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Sony Moves Forward on Third 28 Years Later Film With Cillian Murphy in Talks and Alex Garland Writing

The go-ahead follows rave early reactions to The Bone Temple, signaling confidence to complete the revived trilogy.

Overview

  • Studio sources say the decision comes after enthusiastic press and fan screenings for 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, which opens January 16, 2026.
  • Series writer Alex Garland is penning the script for the untitled third entry.
  • Cillian Murphy is in talks to reprise Jim, with the Oscar winner also serving as an executive producer on the new films.
  • No director is set, though Danny Boyle has expressed interest in returning to helm the finale.
  • The first two installments were filmed back-to-back, the 2025 revival earned about $151 million worldwide, and recent featurettes plus early reactions highlight a harsher human threat and standout turns from Jack O’Connell and Ralph Fiennes.