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Gear up for a thrilling ride as renowned director Danny Boyle unleashes his latest post-apocalyptic adventure - the '28 Years Later' trilogy! This eagerly anticipated series is the continuation of the gripping stories started with '28 Days Later' and '28 Weeks Later'. Here's the lowdown on the star-studded cast, release dates, and mind-blowing plot twists:
All-Star Lineup
- 28 Years Later: Get ready for an edge-of-your-seat experience with Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Fiennes, Jack O'Connell, and Alfie Williams as the leading man, Spike. But wait, there's more! Cillian Murphy, best known for his mesmerizing role in 'Oppenheimer', is set to make an appearance in the second installment and is expected to star in the trilogy's grand finale. Murphy is also serving as an executive producer for '28 Years Later'[1][3].
Release Dates
Mark your calendars!
- 28 Years Later: Prepare to witness the chaos unfold on June 20, 2025.
- 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple: Fasten your seatbelts for a adrenaline-pumping ride, set to roll out on January 16, 2026, just seven months after '28 Years Later'[1][3].
Plot Overview
- 28 Years Later: Buckle up for a thrilling journey 28 years after the outbreak of the Rage virus. This installment follows a band of survivors living on a secluded island, connected to civilization by a secure causeway. The narrative takes off as a father-son duo ventures into the lawless mainland to discover the current state of the world[4].
The trilogy orbits around Spike, a young survivor who plays a pivotal role across the series. Each story wraps up while setting the stage for the next[1][3].
- 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple: In this sequel, helmed by Director Nia DaCosta, the saga continues from where '28 Years Later' left off. Catch a glimpse of Cillian Murphy before he takes center stage in the third film[1].
Behind the Scenes
- Directors: Danny Boyle calls the shots for '28 Years Later' and plans to return for the third installment if it's given the green light. 'Captain Marvel 2' director Nia DaCosta guides '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple'[1].
- Writer: Alex Garland has penned all three films in the trilogy[1][4].
- Production Team: Expect to see some familiar faces from the original film's production team, including cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle[4].
[1] Indiewire
[3] Collider
[4] Den of Geek
- Danny Boyle
- Cillian Murphy
- Post-Apocalyptic Thriller
- Alex Garland
- Jodie Comer
- January 16, 2026
- June 20, 2025
- Virus
- Spike
- Rage
- Nia DaCosta
- Ralph Fiennes
- Jack O'Connell
- Anthony Dod Mantle
- Aaron Taylor-Johnson
- Cinematographer
- Writer
- Director
- Production Team
The esteemed director, Danny Boyle, continues his post-apocalyptic tale with the '28 Years Later' trilogy, featuring a star-studded cast that includes Cillian Murphy. Murphy, known for his role in 'Oppenheimer', is set to appear in the second and final installments of the series [1][3]. The much-anticipated trilogy, embedded in the 'movies-and-tv' and 'entertainment' sectors, will release with '28 Years Later' on June 20, 2025, followed by '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple' on January 16, 2026 [1][3]. The saga revolves around the central character, Spike, as written by Alex Garland, with Danny Boyle and Nia DaCosta directing [1][4]. Alongside Garland, expect to see familiar faces from the original film's production team, including cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle [4].
