Overview

• Netflix confirmed the U.S. streaming date for the Danny Boyle–directed sequel as September 20, earlier than the typical ~120-day Sony first-window timeline.
• Netflix U.S. is also adding the 2002 original 28 Days Later in the days leading up to the new film’s arrival.
• The release followed a rapid rollout: theatrical on June 20, premium VOD starting July 29, and a 4K Ultra HD Blu‑ray on September 23.
• Written by Alex Garland with Cillian Murphy as executive producer, the film stars Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor‑Johnson, Ralph Fiennes, and breakout Alfie Williams, earning strong notices from outlets such as SlashFilm.
• A follow-up titled 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is slated for January 2026, with reports that Nia DaCosta will direct after Boyle stepped back.