The much-anticipated trailer for 28 Years Later has officially dropped, reuniting acclaimed director Danny Boyle and writer Alex Garland to expand the terrifying universe of 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later. This latest chapter promises an intense journey into a post-apocalyptic world shaped by the rage virus—set to hit theaters on June 20, 2025.
What Will Humanity Become?
The haunting tagline, “What will humanity become?” sets the tone for a chilling exploration of survival, mutation, and human nature. The trailer, underscored by eerie music and fragmented visuals, introduces viewers to the bleak reality of life decades after the outbreak. Cryptic phrases like “there’s no discharge in the war” and unsettling imagery tease the horrors that await. Watch below.
A New Story of Survival
The film’s synopsis reveals a grim yet compelling narrative. Decades after the rage virus escaped a biological weapons lab, quarantine remains a harsh reality. Survivors cling to life on a small island connected to the mainland by a single, fortified causeway. When a member of this community ventures into the mainland, they encounter mutated horrors—both infected and human—that blur the lines between monster and survivor.
A Stellar Cast and Creative Team
Boyle and Garland, the minds behind the original cult classic, bring their storytelling brilliance back to the franchise. Here’s the team behind 28 Years Later:
- Director: Danny Boyle (Slumdog Millionaire, Trainspotting)
- Writer: Alex Garland (Ex Machina, Annihilation)
- Producers: Andrew Macdonald, Peter Rice, Bernard Bellew, Danny Boyle, and Alex Garland
- Executive Producer: Cillian Murphy (Peaky Blinders, Oppenheimer)
The ensemble cast features:
- Jodie Comer (Killing Eve)
- Aaron Taylor-Johnson (Kick-Ass, Bullet Train)
- Jack O’Connell (Unbroken)
- Alfie Williams
- Ralph Fiennes (The Grand Budapest Hotel)
Trailer Breakdown
The trailer opens with a haunting recitation of numbers, blending with images of desolation, fear, and survival. It hints at themes of madness, repetition, and isolation. Mutated infected appear more horrifying than ever, suggesting the virus has continued to evolve. Survivors face not only the infected but also each other, raising questions about how far humanity will go to endure.
Mark Your Calendar
28 Years Later is shaping up to be a harrowing addition to the iconic franchise, blending psychological terror with visceral action. Fans of the original films will not want to miss this next installment when it hits theaters on June 20, 2025.
Will you venture into the dark heart of the mainland? Let us know your thoughts on the trailer!
Watch the trailer:
