28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Trailer Unveils Ralph Fiennes’ Fight and Cillian Murphy Cameo

The long-awaited sequel 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple has finally unveiled its debut trailer, offering a chilling glimpse into the next chapter of the acclaimed post-apocalyptic saga. Directed by Nia DaCosta and penned by Alex Garland, the film shifts focus to Ralph Fiennes’ Dr.

Kelson, a character caught between survival and discovery in a world that refuses to heal decades after the initial outbreak. The footage teases not only his harrowing struggle but also the hint of a mysterious figure – or force – that could reshape the fragile balance of this devastated society.

One of the biggest surprises is the confirmation that Cillian Murphy will return, albeit briefly, as Jim, the survivor who anchored the original 28 Days Later. Murphy, who also serves as executive producer, is expected to play a more substantial role in the third installment, but his cameo here provides continuity that fans have been longing for. The trailer also nods to characters whose fates were left ambiguous in 28 Years Later, ensuring this sequel picks up the dangling threads from the last film’s provocative ending.

The franchise has come a long way since Danny Boyle and Garland’s original vision redefined the infected genre. While 28 Years Later surprised many with its $150.4 million global box office haul and critical acclaim – IGN praised it as a “potent and timely exploration of cultural strife” with a rare 9/10 score – there remains debate among fans about the creative direction. Some feel Boyle’s absence from the director’s chair leaves the trilogy uneven, and others question the wisdom of planning a three-part arc without secured backing for its final chapter. Still, with DaCosta’s distinct voice and Garland’s continued involvement, the series shows no signs of losing its ability to unsettle and provoke.

Set for release on January 16, 2026, The Bone Temple looks ready to test the boundaries between horror, survival, and human morality once again. Whether audiences embrace this darker and more experimental turn remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the infected are not done haunting our screens, and neither is the story that began more than two decades ago.