28 Years Later Release Date: When Does It Come Out

If you’ve been waiting to see the Rage Virus return to the big screen, 2025 is finally the year. 28 Years Later lands in theaters on June 20, 2025, and streams from July 29 — but fans already have questions about sequels and cast. We’ve gathered the confirmed dates, the streaming details, and what we know (and don’t) about the next two installments.

Theatrical release date: June 20, 2025 · Streaming release date: July 29, 2025 · Director: Danny Boyle · Sequels: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (Jan 16, 2026) · Writer: Alex Garland

The key details for 28 Years Later are summarized below.

Is there a 28 Years Later coming out?

Official release date of 28 Years Later

• The film 28 Years Later was released theatrically in the United Kingdom and the United States on June 20, 2025 (Sony Pictures Entertainment trailer).
• The official Sony trailer states it is “only in theatres 6.20.25” (Sony Pictures Entertainment).
• Rotten Tomatoes confirms the same date (Rotten Tomatoes).

Sequels: The Bone Temple and 28 Years Later 3

• The first sequel, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, is scheduled for theatrical release on January 16, 2026 (Entertainment Weekly).
• A third film is planned; director Danny Boyle has expressed hope to begin filming in 2027 (Deadline).
• The two sequels were reportedly filmed back-to-back with the first film (Fandom).

Where to watch in theaters

• Theatrical distribution is handled by Sony Pictures Releasing / Columbia Pictures (Fandom).
• UK viewers can check ODEON cinemas Ireland for details on Irish and UK screenings.

The release schedule confirms a rapid expansion of the franchise.

Will 28 Years Later be streaming?

Streaming date details

• Rotten Tomatoes lists the streaming release date as July 29, 2025 (Rotten Tomatoes).
• Netflix later made the film available to stream in some territories and plan tiers, stating “you can watch it on Netflix now” (Netflix Tudum).
• The streaming availability is included in Standard or Premium plans (Netflix Tudum).

Availability on Netflix

• Netflix has confirmed the film is part of its library in the United States and certain other regions (Netflix Tudum).
• UK-specific Netflix availability has not been officially announced at this time.

Other streaming platforms

• No announcements have been made about Amazon Prime, Disney+, or other UK streaming services. The July 29 date on Rotten Tomatoes likely refers to digital rental/purchase as well as Netflix.

Director Danny Boyle’s film is assured a streaming audience in the US, but UK details remain pending.

Where can I watch 28 Years Later in the UK?

UK theatrical release

• The film was released in UK cinemas on June 20, 2025 (Rotten Tomatoes).
• ODEON cinemas in Ireland are screening the film (ODEON).

Irish release dates

• Ireland shares the same June 20 release date as the UK (ODEON).
• The film is being shown at ODEON cinemas across Ireland (ODEON).

Streaming in the UK

• No UK-specific streaming date has been confirmed. The July 29 date from Rotten Tomatoes may apply to digital purchase/rental platforms.

The delay in UK streaming deals means theater is the current option for British audiences.

Is Cillian Murphy going to be in 28 Years Later?

Cillian Murphy’s involvement status

• Cillian Murphy is not listed in the cast of 28 Years Later on IMDb (IMDb full credits).
• Netflix’s cast list for the film does not include Murphy (Netflix Tudum).
• Entertainment Weekly reports that Murphy will return as Jim in the sequel The Bone Temple (Entertainment Weekly).

Role speculation

• Given his role as Jim in 28 Days Later, fans expected him to appear in the new film. The sequel’s narrative suggests his character could return in a flashback or cameo.
• Without official confirmation, his role remains speculative.

Other cast members

• The confirmed principal cast includes Jodie Comer (Isla), Aaron Taylor-Johnson (Jamie), Ralph Fiennes (Dr. Kelson), Alfie Williams (Spike), Jack O’Connell (Sir Jimmy Crystal), and others (Netflix Tudum).
• Additional credited roles: Young Jimmy, Jimmy’s Aunty, Jimmy’s Cousin Delilah, and Jimmy’s Sister (IMDb).

The uncertainty around Murphy’s role leaves room for future resolution in the sequel.

Why did 28 Years Later Bone Temple flop?

Box office performance

• 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple has not been released yet — its theatrical date is January 16, 2026 (Entertainment Weekly).
• No box office data exists because the film is still months away from opening.

Critical reception

• No reviews or audience scores are available for The Bone Temple as it has not screened.
• Talk of a “flop” appears to be based on rumor or premature speculation.

Possible reasons for the rumor

• News of a third film being planned before the sequel’s release may have created uncertainty about the sequel’s quality (Deadline).
• The back-to-back production schedule could fuel doubts, but no evidence points to underperformance.

Premature speculation about the sequel’s performance highlights the rush to judge unreleased films.

Timeline

• June 20, 2025 — 28 Years Later theatrical release in US and UK (Sony Pictures Entertainment)
• July 29, 2025 — 28 Years Later streaming release (Rotten Tomatoes)
• January 16, 2026 — 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple theatrical release (Entertainment Weekly)
• 2027 (planned) — 28 Years Later 3 filming (Deadline)

The compact timeline leaves little room for delays, which is unusual for a franchise of this scale.

What’s confirmed and what’s still unclear

Confirmed facts

• Theatrical release: June 20, 2025 (Sony trailer)
• Streaming release: July 29, 2025 (Rotten Tomatoes)
• Director: Danny Boyle; Writer: Alex Garland (Netflix Tudum)
• Main cast: Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Fiennes, Alfie Williams, Jack O’Connell (Netflix Tudum)
• Sequel The Bone Temple releases Jan 16, 2026 (Entertainment Weekly)

What’s still unclear

• Cillian Murphy’s role in the main film — not confirmed, but he is expected in The Bone Temple (Entertainment Weekly)
• UK streaming availability — no official platform announced yet
• The Bone Temple box office and reception — film hasn’t released
• Director Danny Boyle’s hopes to film part 3 in 2027 — not a firm commitment (Deadline)
• Box office earnings for 28 Years Later have not been officially disclosed
• The production budget of 28 Years Later has not been publicly released

“Danny Boyle hopes to film third film next year.”

— Deadline, reporting on the director’s plans for 28 Years Later 3

“Cillian Murphy will return as Jim in 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple.”

— Entertainment Weekly, confirming the actor’s involvement in the sequel

The pattern is clear: the 28 Years Later franchise is moving fast, with back-to-back production and a tight release schedule. The implication for fans is that the wait between installments is short — but the trade-off is that official details on cast and streaming rights often lag behind the theatrical releases. Fans should stay tuned for official confirmations, especially regarding Cillian Murphy’s return in The Bone Temple.

For more on the film’s release timeline, see the full article covering 28 Years Later release date details.

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