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Sony Greenlights Third 28 Years Later Film as Cillian Murphy Enters Talks

Positive early reactions to The Bone Temple, following the first film’s strong box office, prompted the move.

Overview

  • Alex Garland is writing the screenplay for the untitled trilogy capper, according to multiple reports.
  • Cillian Murphy is in talks to reprise Jim and has served as an executive producer on the first two entries.
  • Danny Boyle is widely expected to return to direct the finale, though no director has been officially confirmed.
  • Nia DaCosta directs 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, which is set for theatrical release on January 16, 2026.
  • Sony filmed the first two installments back-to-back and waited to approve the third after 28 Years Later grossed about $151 million worldwide and early Bone Temple screenings drew strong buzz.