'28 years later: The temple of bones' has flopped at the box office… at least for now

Projections for January at the box office indicate that it will achieve the best start to the year in years, mainly driven by the releases of Avatar: Fire and Ash and Zootopia 2. However, the situation is not entirely positive; 28 years later: The Temple of Bones has disappointed by grossing only 13 million dollars in the U.S. and 31 million worldwide, a figure that contrasts sharply with the success of its predecessor, which earned 30 million just in its opening in North America. 28 failures later Despite this disappointment, the […]

Projections for the month of January at the box office indicate that it will achieve the best start to the year in years, mainly driven by the releases of Avatar: Fire and Ash and Zootopia 2. However, the situation is not entirely positive; 28 years later: The Temple of Bones has disappointed by grossing only 13 million dollars in the U.S. and 31 million worldwide, a figure that contrasts sharply with the success of its predecessor, which earned 30 million just in its opening in North America.

28 failures later

Despite this disappointment, the U.S. box office has experienced a significant boost, with a total revenue that has already surpassed 431 million dollars, suggesting the possibility of reaching pre-pandemic box office levels. A notable aspect is the performance of Marty Supreme, which has become A24’s highest-grossing film, showing good international prospects.

The Oscar nominations, which are announced this Thursday, could be a boost for films like Hamnet and No Other Option, which have been in theaters for a while and may benefit from increased public interest. However, the month is expected to remain slow in terms of new releases, except for titles like Return to Silent Hill and Without Mercy, which could face tough competition.

In the Spanish market, the situation is more optimistic, as over the weekend 850,000 viewers were reached, exceeding expectations. Despite the lack of success of the second installment 28 years later, the rest of the cinematic landscape shows good performance, with The Assistant remaining strong at the box office. The industry seems to be rebounding, but we will have to wait and see if these numbers hold in the coming weeks.

We can now see the trailer for '28 Years Later: The Temple of Bones', and you need to have a strong stomach for what's coming

Columbia Pictures has unveiled the first trailer for ’28 Years Later: The Temple of Bones’, the continuation of the iconic saga that began with ’28 Days Later’. Directed by Nia DaCosta, the film is set to be released in theaters on January 16, 2026, and will explore a post-apocalyptic England where not only the infected pose a threat, but also the inhumanity of the survivors. Days, weeks, years, and decades The story follows Spike, played by Alfie Williams, who finds himself in a dark dilemma after encountering Sir Jimmy Crystal, a character portrayed by Jack O’Connell, and […]

Columbia Pictures has unveiled the first trailer for ’28 Years Later: The Temple of Bones’, the continuation of the iconic saga that began with ’28 Days Later’. Directed by Nia DaCosta, the film is set to be released in theaters on January 16, 2026, and will explore a post-apocalyptic England where not only the infected pose a threat, but also the inhumanity of the survivors.

Days, weeks, years, and decades

The story follows Spike, played by Alfie Williams, who finds himself in a dark dilemma after encountering Sir Jimmy Crystal, a character portrayed by Jack O’Connell, and his group of acrobatic assassins. On the other hand, Dr. Kelson, played by Ralph Fiennes, faces an unexpected relationship that could have global consequences. The official synopsis highlights that the infected are no longer the greatest threat to survival, suggesting a disturbing return to human nature in times of desperation.

The film will also feature the participation of Emma Laird, Maura Bird, Erin Kellyman, and Chi Lewis-Parry, thus expanding its cast. One of the most anticipated moments is the brief appearance of Cillian Murphy, who reprises his iconic role as Jim; however, his participation will be limited. According to Danny Boyle, director of the first installment and executive producer of this new entry, the character will have a fundamental role in the third part of the trilogy.

The script is by Alex Garland, and the collaboration between Columbia Pictures, DNA Films, and Decibel Films promises a production that combines elements of horror and psychological exploration. This new cinematic adventure seeks not only to continue the story but also to explore the depths of human nature in extreme situations, a recurring theme in the universe of ’28 Days Later’.