Prepare for ’28 Years Later’ by Watching ’28 Days Later’ Today
- Horror News
Emily Bennett- 0
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The overwhelming response to the recently released trailer for 28 Years Later, the highly anticipated sequel in Danny Boyle’s acclaimed horror series, has reignited interest in the original film that started it all. To meet the demand of eager fans, 28 Days Later is now available to buy or rent on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Sky Store.
Directed by Academy Award-winner Danny Boyle (Slumdog Millionaire) and written by Alex Garland (Ex Machina), 28 Days Later took audiences by storm upon its release in 2002. The film follows Jim (Cillian Murphy), who awakens from a coma in a deserted London hospital to discover the city—and much of the world—has been ravaged by the deadly “rage” virus. Joined by fellow survivors Selena (Naomie Harris) and Frank (Brendan Gleeson), Jim must navigate a world teeming with violent infected and grapple with the possibility that humanity’s greatest threat may not be the virus itself, but the survivors it leaves behind.
The film’s unique blend of speculative sci-fi and visceral horror made it a critical and commercial success, earning $84.6 million globally on a modest $8 million budget. Its impact on the horror genre is undeniable, with 28 Days Later often credited with redefining the zombie sub-genre (whether it is a zombie film, it still a subject of debate), and influencing a generation of filmmakers. With an impressive 87% score on Rotten Tomatoes, it remains a fan favourite more than two decades later.
Starring a breakout Cillian Murphy (Oppenheimer), Naomie Harris (Skyfall), Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin), Christopher Eccleston (Doctor Who), and Megan Burns (Liam), 28 Days Later is a tense and harrowing exploration of survival in the face of both external and internal threats. The story’s gritty realism and emotional depth continue to resonate with audiences, making it the perfect rewatch ahead of 28 Years Later, slated for release in June 2025.
With the original film now back on digital platforms, there’s no better time to revisit the haunting, deserted streets of London and experience the terror that captivated audiences worldwide.
28 Days Later is available now to buy or rent on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Sky Store.
28 Days Later trailer
