Anticipation is growing around the release of 28 years later, the highly anticipated sequel to 28 days later, directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland. Scheduled to hit Spanish theaters on June 20, 2025, the film promises to explore a world devastated by the rabies virus, 28 years after the events of its predecessor. This extended period represents a new vision of the chaos in which survivors must coexist with the infected.
The cast of the film includes well-known actors such as Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, and Ralph Fiennes, while Cillian Murphy, the star of the first installment, appears as a producer. The story unfolds in an environment where a group of people has managed to survive on a fortified island, but their decisions lead them to uncover secrets and horrors that transform their reality.
Since its release in 2002, 28 Days Later became a cultural and commercial phenomenon, grossing $82.7 million on a budget of only $8 million. Its sequel, 28 Weeks Later, although it received mixed reviews, also performed notably at the box office, earning $65 million from a budget of $15 million. This remarkable performance encouraged the return of Boyle and Garland to the franchise after more than two decades.
In a recent interview, Garland commented that Brexit has been a fundamental source of inspiration for the narrative of the new film. He explained that he was not thinking about the Covid-19 pandemic, but he did reflect on how the global perception of the United Kingdom has changed, pointing to a growing disinterest in its reality. This theme could provide a sharp and reflective look at the current social and political situation, combining elements of horror with contemporary social criticism.
