28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is a 2026 post-apocalyptic horror film directed by Nia DaCosta and written by Alex Garland.
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is a 2026 post-apocalyptic horror film directed by Nia DaCosta and written by Alex Garland. It is the direct sequel to 28 Years Later (2025) and the fourth film in the 28 Days Later series. The film stars Ralph Fiennes, Jack O'Connell, and Alfie Williams.
Premise
The film continues the story in a Britain devastated by the Rage virus. It follows Spike, Dr. Ian Kelson, and other survivors as they confront both infected threats and violent human factions.
Production
Nia DaCosta directed the film from a screenplay by Alex Garland. It is part of the same franchise launched by 28 Days Later and continued by 28 Years Later.
Cast
Principal cast members include Ralph Fiennes as Dr. Ian Kelson, Jack O'Connell as Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal, and Alfie Williams as Spike. Erin Kellyman and Chi Lewis-Parry also appear in key roles.
Release
The film was released in the United States on January 16, 2026. It was also made available on streaming through Netflix in 2026.
Key facts
- It is the direct sequel to 28 Years Later (2025).
- It is the fourth installment in the 28 Days Later franchise.
- Directed by Nia DaCosta and written by Alex Garland.
- Cast includes Ralph Fiennes, Jack O'Connell, Alfie Williams, Erin Kellyman, and Chi Lewis-Parry.
- Released in U.S. theatres on January 16, 2026.
The film is relevant to Canadian readers as part of an internationally distributed English-language horror franchise that was also reviewed and covered by Canadian and international entertainment outlets.
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References
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/28_Years_Later:_The_Bone_TempleSupports: Director, writer, cast, franchise position, and basic plot summary.
- IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32141377/Supports: Release date information.
- Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/82622299Supports: 2026 title listing, genre, cast, and plot description.
- Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/28_years_later_the_bone_templeSupports: Director, producers, runtime, U.S. theatrical release date, and streaming release date.