AceShowbiz - Mike Myers is making a comeback as Dr. Evil in a fresh Verizon commercial, Superherohype reports. The ad features the iconic villain promoting a fictional wireless service called Menace Mobile, complete with complex pricing plans designed to befuddle customers.

Adding to the nostalgia, Seth Green and Mindy Sterling return as Scott Evil and Frau Farbissina, respectively, with Rob Lowe reprising his role as Number Two, Aol confirms. The storyline unfolds with Dr. Evil’s scheme faltering when his associates reveal they have switched to Verizon’s straightforward wireless offering, the Simplicity Plan, which eliminates activation and upgrade fees, Comingsoon adds.

Mike Myers is best known for portraying multiple characters in Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, including the titular Austin Powers and his nemesis Dr. Evil. His career spans numerous roles dating back to his early work on Saturday Night Live and breakthrough performances like Wayne Campbell in Wayne’s World. Myers has 38 acting credits on record and has previously revived Dr. Evil in a 2022 General Motors spot alongside the same cast members now featured in the Verizon campaign.

This new commercial highlights the continued cultural relevance of Dr. Evil and the enduring appeal of the Austin Powers franchise’s characters. With Mike Myers and his co-stars returning to promote Verizon’s modern wireless plans, it not only entertains longtime fans but also underscores the brand’s message of simplicity in a market often criticized for confusing offers.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Superherohype.