It is one of the most anticipated film projects of the year. Firstly because the zombie saga is among the most popular around the world, Alex Garland distinguished himself in 2024 with his Civil War and spectators are impatient to discover what he has in store for us but also and especially… because the first part was carried by Cillian Murphy now at the top of his art. After his coronation for Oppenheimer, the worshipers of 28 days later Many wanted to find him in the shoes of the character who made him famous. The first images of the film, called 28 years laterhad also fueled rumors on this subject. A ghoul with an emaciated face was quickly seen by spectators as a dire omen for the deliveryman who had awakened 28 years earlier after a long coma to discover London devastated. However, his participation has never been confirmed. Moreover, the identity of the actor present in the trailer was revealed shortly after. This is Angus Neill, a British actor currently unknown to the general public. Danny Boyle even discussed this mistake with relatives. “I showed the trailer to my girlfriend and she said people would think it was about Cillian. I ignored his remark. So I have shown humility since then”.
But this absence of Murphy in the trailer was not proof of his non-involvement. A few months before the release of 28 years laterthe producer says more on the subject at Empire. Cillian Murphy was not invited in this new film… But all is not lost. Andrew Macdonald explains working with Danny Boyle and Alex Garland to find a way to get Jim involved. “We wanted him to be involved, he wanted to be involved. He’s not in the first movie, but I hope he is will have some Jim later on the road”. MacDonald nevertheless specifies that Murphy is on board, he acts as executive producer. A mission that allows him to monitor the saga closely, while remaining available if the opportunity arises. Car 28 days later is not only a resurrection, it is also the promise of a new trilogy for fans of zombie frescoes.
The story will focus on a family who lives in a small community of survivors. Jamie (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) and Isla (Jodie Comer) live on an island connected to Great Britain by a submersible bridge. They can only cross it for a few hours a day, when the sea recedes. It will involve following Spike, the couple’s little boy who must confront the harsh reality of the outside world. For the first time in his short life, he will discover what lies beyond his Eden. But things are not going to go as planned. We can imagine that in future films, this little family will end up crossing paths with Jim…
A deadly trilogy
28 Days Later, which is released in cinemas on June 18, 2025is just the beginning of a new version of the franchise. The film, directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland, will follow new characters facing the challenges of survival in this hostile world. From the year 2026, director Nia DaCosta will offer a new film called 28 days later: the temple of bones. The film has already been shot. Finally, a third film whose details still remain secret is under consideration. However, it will only be able to see the light of day in the event of commercial success of its predecessors. After all, as illustrious as it is, the saga has not always been unanimously appreciated by spectators. It is also not a brand with monumental impact; Sony Pictures will have to use its arguments to attract newbies. We can also note that the zombie genre is no longer really at the heart of spectators’ concerns. The last undisputed success of the genre dates from 2016, with The Last Train to Busan by Yeong Sang-Ho. Since then, the proposals have been more sporadic with a few nice surprises here and there. See you next June to find out if 28 years later will manage to revive the audience’s fervor for ghouls.
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