The zombie movie franchise that started with 28 Days Later continues to excite fans with new releases. The original movie, directed by Danny Boyle and starring Cillian Murphy, became famous for its fast-running infected and thrilling story. It influenced many filmmakers and brought new energy to the horror genre. Now, a sequel starring Marvel star Jeremy Renner, 28 Weeks Later, has found a new streaming home on Hulu and will be available in January 2026.
Sequel to Cillian Murphy’s Zombie Movie Finds Home
28 Weeks Later takes place six months after the original Rage virus outbreak. Britain is declared safe, and refugees start returning to their homes. Don, played by Robert Carlyle, and his two children come back as well. However, the situation quickly changes when the kids sneak out to find their mother, accidentally releasing the virus again. This causes chaos and leads to another deadly outbreak, with the infected spreading rapidly across the country.
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The movie was a success when it was first released. It earned more than $72 million worldwide on a $15 million budget. Critics gave it a 73% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, while the audience rated it 66%. People praised the film for its suspense, fast pace, and realistic handheld camera work. Some viewers thought the story focused more on spectacle than on characters, but overall, it remains an exciting and scary watch for horror fans.
The franchise has continued to grow with a new trilogy called 28 Years Later. Directed by Danny Boyle, the first film of this series follows a new group of survivors dealing with the virus years later. It stars actors like Jodie Comer and Aaron Taylor-Johnson and received positive reviews, earning $151 million worldwide. The sequel, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, directed by Nia DaCosta, is set to release in January 2026, with a third movie already in development.
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Fans of the series can now enjoy 28 Weeks Later on Hulu starting January 1. The franchise continues to combine suspense, horror, and thrilling storytelling, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats. With new sequels and talented actors like Jeremy Renner joining the cast, the 28 Days Later universe shows no signs of slowing down. It remains one of the most popular and influential zombie movie franchises in modern cinema.
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