“28 Years Later” (2025) is a gripping post-apocalyptic thriller that continues the story of the terrifying viral outbreak that began in the earlier 28 Days Later franchise. Directed by Danny Boyle, this long-awaited sequel brings back the chilling world of the infected, with new characters, deadly threats, and the promise of intense survival drama.

With Cillian Murphy reprising his iconic role and Aaron Taylor-Johnson joining the cast, the film delves into the aftermath of the devastating Rage virus, exploring how humanity struggles to rebuild in the wake of global collapse.

Set 28 years after the events of 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later, 28 Years Later picks up with a world that has largely recovered from the virus’s initial outbreak, but society remains deeply fractured. The rage-infected population has dwindled, but pockets of survivors still face brutal challenges as they rebuild their lives. The story follows Jim (Cillian Murphy), who has spent years hiding from the remnants of the infected, and a new character, Alex (Aaron Taylor-Johnson), a young man searching for answers in a world that is trying to regain its humanity.

When a mysterious new strain of the Rage virus emerges, more deadly and unpredictable than before, Jim and Alex must navigate a volatile world of scavengers, militarized factions, and a growing wave of infection. As the two men form an uneasy alliance, they are forced to make impossible choices in their desperate attempt to survive and protect the fragile hope for a restored future.