Who knew that one the most effective and most memorable motion pictures of the 12 months could be completely in contrast to something we anticipated it to be? “28 Years Later” (which we reviewed right here) had all of the makings of changing into merely the most recent commonplace zombie film, releasing at a time when nothing new may presumably be completed with this post-apocalyptic style. Might we by no means doubt the dream staff of director Danny Boyle and author Alex Garland once more, who joined forces as soon as once more to recreate the magic of the unique “28 Days Later” over twenty years after the actual fact. As an alternative of a hacky and superficial legacy sequel, we got a soulful and meditative coming-of-age story about accepting the inevitability — and even the wonder — of dying.
After having fun with an immensely profitable run on the field workplace, “28 Years Later” is now set for its highly-anticipated launch on residence media. Viewers might be happy to know that the sequel is now out there to observe on Premium Video On Demand (PVOD) codecs, giving everybody the chance to both buy the movie for $24.99 or hire for $19.99 by means of the net platform of your selection — Fandango at House, Google Play Motion pictures, Amazon, or Apple. Which means you may relive these harrowing sequences between Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s household patriarch Jamie and his younger son Spike (Alfie Williams) searching down contaminated as a ceremony of passage, or revisit the achingly transferring moments between Spike, his mom Isla (Jodie Comer), and the enigmatic Dr. Kelson (Ralph Fiennes) within the so-called Bone Temple. Or, when you’re actually feeling frisky, have a blast yet again with these wild ultimate 5 minutes of “28 Days Later” (after which learn our explainer afterwards when you’re nonetheless confused).
And if all that wasn’t sufficient, followers can now look ahead to an official launch date for the 4K UHD SteelBook, Blu-ray, and DVD launch of “28 Years Later” within the months forward.
28 Years Later will debut on 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD in September
From its first body to its final head-scratching one in essentially the most gonzo ending of the 12 months, “28 Years Later” grabbed maintain of our consideration and refused to let go. Now, we’ve the prospect to pour over each gorgeous shot yet again, because the film is now out there to observe at residence. However for these not glad with a mere digital launch, the bodily media collectors on the market can look ahead to a extra intensive product full of bonus options, behind-the-scenes featurettes, and extra goodies. The 4K UDH SteelBook, Blu-ray, and DVD launch of “28 Years Later” will hit the cabinets of each main retailer on September 23, 2025, with the next specials:
- Days to Years
- Capturing the Chaos
- The Survivors
- Turning into the Contaminated
- Behind the Cameras
And if that weren’t sufficient, followers will not have to attend for much longer for the following entry on this reinvigorated franchise. “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple” might be directed by acclaimed filmmaker Nia DaCosta and is scheduled to launch in theaters early subsequent 12 months on January 16, 2026. Ought to that show profitable, there are plans for a 3rd film to cap off this new trilogy — one that may closely characteristic returning star Cillian Murphy, reprising his function because the bicycle courier Jim from the unique “28 Days Later.” Hopefully, some all-inclusive field set for all of the movies down the road will embrace extra in-depth bonus materials for hardcore film nerds.