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Danny Boyle Unveils '28 Years Later' Trailer, Confirms Cillian Murphy's Return for Trilogy

The first film of the planned trilogy releases June 20, 2025, with a second installment set for 2026, but funding for the third remains uncertain.

Overview

  • Danny Boyle debuted a new trailer for '28 Years Later' at CinemaCon 2025, showcasing a harrowing post-apocalyptic story set 28 years after the Rage Virus outbreak.
  • Cillian Murphy is confirmed to return in the trilogy but will not appear in the first film, with his role expected in the second or third installments.
  • The film stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, and Ralph Fiennes, with Alex Garland returning as the screenwriter for the trilogy.
  • '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,' directed by Nia DaCosta, will follow as the second installment, slated for release on January 16, 2026.
  • Boyle emphasized the need for audience support to secure funding for the third film, which is currently not guaranteed.