Fans of the original 28 Days Later have been buzzing with excitement as it’s now confirmed that Cillian Murphy, who starred in the 2002 cult classic, will be reprising his role in the highly anticipated sequel 28 Years Later. Directed by Danny Boyle, the new film continues the post-apocalyptic saga that redefined the zombie genre.
For months, speculation ran rampant across social media about whether Murphy would be part of the new project. However, Danny Boyle has cleared the air, confirming Murphy’s involvement in the sequel, which is set to release in 2026 under the title The Bone Temple.
When asked about Murphy’s character, Boyle told IGN, “He is in the second one.” But the director kept further details under wraps to maintain the suspense, joking, “I shouldn’t give away too much. I’ll get killed.”

The upcoming film also features a star-studded cast including Jodie Comer, Ralph Fiennes, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Edvin Ryding, promising a thrilling continuation of the story.
28 Years Later is scheduled to hit theaters on June 20, 2025, and fans are eager to see how the horror and suspense unfold in this next chapter.
With Danny Boyle directing and Cillian Murphy returning, the sequel is set to be a must-watch for horror enthusiasts and fans of the original film alike.