The highly anticipated trailer for Danny Boyle and Alex Garland’s zombie sequel, 28 Years Later, has finally been released.
- The film marks the third installment of the popular 28 Days Later franchise, with Boyle and Garland returning as director and writer, respectively.
- Newcomers Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, and Ralph Fiennes are featured prominently in the eerie trailer, battling against zombies.
- Original actor Cillian Murphy was speculated to reprise his role, but he is noticeably absent from the trailer and cast list.
- The story explores a world nearly three decades after a virus outbreak, with survivors navigating a quarantined existence.
A significant moment for fans of the 28 Days Later series arrived with the release of the first trailer for the upcoming film, 28 Years Later. Directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland, this installment continues the chilling narrative that began with the original film.
This installment positions Boyle and Garland once again at the helm, following their executive producer roles in the 2007 sequel, 28 Weeks Later. This resurgence of the franchise is viewed with anticipation as they were the creative forces behind its genesis.
The trailer introduces viewers to a fresh cast, featuring Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, and Ralph Fiennes as they confront the terrifying world overrun by zombies. Their performances are expected to bring a new dynamic to the series, which had earlier relied on now-acclaimed actor Cillian Murphy.
Despite earlier reports suggesting Murphy’s return as Jim, his presence is not confirmed in the trailer or promotional material. Speculation is rife on social media about a zombie bearing a resemblance to Murphy’s character, though this remains unverified.
The narrative is set almost three decades after the original outbreak of the rage virus, describing a society under strict quarantine. Survivors have adapted to life amongst the infected, with one group residing on a small, isolated island. Their only link to the mainland is a heavily-guarded causeway, which becomes a focal point when a mission to the mainland reveals unforeseen dangers and revelations about the mutated virus and its impact on humanity.
28 Years Later serves as the first film in a new trilogy, with the sequel, 28 Years Later II: The Bone Temple, already completed under the direction of Nia DaCosta. Notably, the cinematography by Anthony Dod Mantle was accomplished using an iPhone 15 Pro Max, showcasing innovation in film-making techniques. The film will be released under the banners of Columbia Pictures, BFI, DNA Films, and Decibel Films on June 20, 2025.
The upcoming film 28 Years Later promises to expand on the franchise’s legacy with fresh storytelling and compelling performances as it revisits the hauntingly familiar post-apocalyptic world.
