“28 Years Later” dominates the global box office with $150M+! Now streaming—find out where you can watch the horror hit at home.
The wait is over! After devastating the global box office with an astonishing $150 million only a few weeks post-release, 28 Years Later is now available to watch in the comforts of your own home! Danny Boyle’s long-awaited return to the post-apocalyptic horror world has captivated global audiences—and fans can now relive the chaos, fear, and real emotion all over again from various digital platforms.
A Record-Breaking Horror Comeback
After two decades, 28 Years Later is proof that good horror franchises never die—they just metamorphose. Following 28 Days Later (2002) and 28 Weeks Later (2007), this third installment shattered into theaters and grossed $150 million worldwide—within weeks. Not a bad feat considering horror movies typically attract modest budgets and loyal niche fans. Much of the credit is owed to Danny Boyle, who returned to helm the project after taking time off on the second film. With Alex Garland returning to write the third, Boyle and Garland’s original team added the authenticity and vision that long-time fans could truly appreciate.
That Moment When: What’s the Story For 28 Years Later?
28 Years Later takes place almost 3 decades after the first being introduced to a world crippled by the Rage virus that rippled throughout the divided UK. However, 28 Years Later thrusts the audience back into a bleak new reality with little left of the past. Lives are hanging on by an already thin thread, and the remaining pockets of survivors now face more contexts for survival, including the danger of being human and infected with life.
Doctor Rachel Kimani (Letitia Wright), our fresh lead and new Dr. Kimani (horror filmmaking’s new star), is on a journey to discover a terrifying truth: the Rage virus has mutated in such a way that it will become harder to detect—and harder to destroy for future generations.
As Doctor Kimani joins a fractured resistance movement to expose the cover-up targeting the mass infection of citizens, we are taken on a nerve-tingling, action-paced, eerie, emotional voyage full of twists and turns.
International Success Story: Why 28 Years Later has been an international box office hit
While it may seem impressive to pass a milestone of $150 million, it is also monumental for the genre. Here’s why this film resonated with audiences worldwide:
Built-in audience: For fans of the two previous films, they waited over 15 years for any continuation. Nostalgia plus curiosity made them super fans overnight.
Timely issues: Many of us still experience the reality of pandemics. 28 Years Later makes tapping into palpable fears about contagion, alienation, and survival seem effortless.
Stunning visuals: While Danny Boyle’s gritty, frenetic style is still present, it has been enhanced with new, upgraded visual effects.
Star power: Again, Letitia Wright (with our reappearing character Imogen Walsh, played by Naomi Harris) turns in emotionally impactful performances.
Star power: Letitia Wright stands shoulders above the rest with powerhouse performances with Naomi Harris, back as Imogen Walsh.
Smart marketing: The teaser campaign dropped during Super Bowl 2025 and already amassed over 100 million views in less than 7 days. Those numbers are huge!
What Critics Are Saying
Critics have been raving about the film being “a masterclass in tension and terror” (Rolling Stone) and “the best horror sequel in decades” (Empire Magazine).
Some highlighted reviews include the following:
Rotten Tomatoes 89% Fresh
Metacritic 76/100
Letterboxd 4.2/5 rating
Fans are raving on social media about standout moments, emotional performances, and the surprise mid-credits twist (don’t worry, no spoilers here!).
Where Can You Watch 28 Years Later?
As of July 30, 28 Years Later is streaming digitally and is available on several platforms, such as:
Apple TV+
Amazon Prime Video
Google Play Movies
Vudu
YouTube Movies
You can rent or purchase the film in HD or 4K Ultra HD, and some platforms even give you great bonus content like behind-the-scenes and a director’s commentary.
If you prefer physical media, you’re in luck because Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD are slated to release in mid-August, and will include bonus exclusive deleted scenes, and a collectors steelbook.
Is This the End—or the Beginning of More?
Is 28 Years Later the end of a series or the start of a new trilogy? While Danny Boyle hasn’t officially said anything regarding a fourth film, in interviews, he has indicated that he would be open to the idea of continuing if the idea was right.
Legacy: How it pays homage to 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later
One of the things that 28 Years Later does incredibly well is honor the past. The film adds in callbacks to past characters, musical themes (yes, we get “In the House – In a Heartbeat”), and visual motifs that any long-time fan would instantly identify.
But it also takes a bold step in a new direction, introducing us to new faces, new worldbuilding, and a more emotionally mature trajectory.
The best way to think about it? The Last of Us meets Children of Men, along with the speedy horror DNA from the first films still intact.
Final thoughts: A must-see horror tour-de-force
If you are a fan of horror that not only shocks you, but stays in your conscience, then 28 Days Later is your next must-see. Proving with record-shattering box office success, emotional storytelling, and gut-wrenching suspense, that sequels can be just as good—if not better than what came before.
FAQs
When was 28 Years Later released?
The anticipated 28 Years Later hit theatres in early July 2025, and then digitally streamed on July 29, 2025.
How much has 28 Years Later made at the box office?
28 Years Later has grossed over $150 million worldwide, quickly becoming one of the highest-grossing horror films of 2025.
Where can I stream 28 Years Later?
28 Years Later is available to rent or buy digitally on the platforms below:
Amazon Prime Video
Apple TV+
Google Play Movies
Vudu
YouTube Movies
Is there a Blu-ray or DVD release?
Yes, there will be! The Blu-ray and 4K UHD release is expected to arrive in mid August 2025 and will include bonus features like deleted scenes and director commentary.
Who is in the cast of 28 Years Later?
The cast includes:
Letitia Wright as Dr. Rachel Kimani
Naomie Harris reprises her role as Imogen Walsh
(A cameo role by Cillian Murphy)
Also, some new characters from the Resistance.
Is the Rage virus different in this movie?
Yes, the virus has mutated, making it harder to detect and even more dangerous than before. This evolution (or mutation) adds a new level of suspense and dread!