Ancient Egyptian high priest cursed and buried alive with flesh-eating scarabs for attempting to resurrect his lover, Anck-su-namun. Resurrected when Evelyn reads the Book of the Dead, he unleashes biblical plagues, hunts those who found the book, and seeks to use Evelyn as a sacrifice. Defeated by Rick, he returns to a mummified state and vows revenge.
Their forbidden love drives the ancient tragedy and Imhotep's resurrection plot.
Imhotep, the high priest, is having an affair with Pharaoh Seti I's mistress, Anck-Su-Namun. He later attempts to resurrect her after her suicide.
Ardeth represents the hereditary resistance against Imhotep.
Ardeth Bay leads the Medjai, who are sworn to prevent Imhotep's return. He later fights Imhotep's resurrected servants.
Seti's murder triggers Imhotep's punishment and burial.
When Seti confronts Imhotep and Anck-Su-Namun about their affair, the two kill him.
Beni survives by serving Imhotep's immediate needs.
Imhotep spares Beni's life after learning that he speaks Hebrew, using him as a translator.
Their final confrontation determines whether the group survives.
Rick confronts Imhotep in the ritual chamber and stabs him after the spell makes him mortal.
Jonathan actively contributes to stopping Imhotep's resurrection plan.
Jonathan helps oppose Imhotep, uses the Book of Amun-Ra to command guards, and participates in Anck-Su-Namun's defeat.
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