Original Creators of Zombie Sequel '28 Years Later' Confirm Upcoming Release
Danny Boyle and Alex Garland, the original creators of 28 Days Later, are teaming up once again to bring us an eagerly awaited zombie sequel, 28 Years Later Get ready for another gripping and thrilling installment in this iconic series
The zombie film 28 Days Later is a beloved classic known for popularizing fast zombies. The original braintrust behind the 2002 movie and its 2007 sequel, 28 Weeks Later, is reuniting to create 28 Years Later, the first installment in a new trilogy. Director Danny Boyle and writer Alex Garland plan to start shopping the movie rights to studios and streaming platforms soon. Boyle will direct the first film and Garland will write all three, with both also serving as producers.
Rumors have long circulated about another sequel, with the potential title 28 Months Later. However, the creators are now looking to move years ahead to continue the story of the plague that began in the original movie, which helped spark the modern fascination with zombie media. Without this film, properties like Left 4 Dead, The Walking Dead, and World War Z may not even exist, or would be vastly different. Both Boyle and Garland have gone on to achieve significant success since their 2002 collaboration. Boyle has directed award-winning films like Slumdog Millionaire and 127 Hours, while Garland has created critical hits such as Ex Machina and the miniseries Devs.
With the project in its early days, there's no release date to report just yet, but stay tuned as this promising sequel finds a home.
Editor's P/S
As a passionate fan of the original "28 Days Later" and its sequel "28 Weeks Later," I am thrilled to hear about the upcoming release of "28 Years Later." The original film was a groundbreaking masterpiece that redefined the zombie genre with its fast-paced action, intense atmosphere, and thought-provoking themes. The sequel, while not as well-received, still had its moments and left me wanting more.
The news of Danny Boyle and Alex Garland reuniting to create a new trilogy in the series has me filled with excitement and anticipation. Boyle's exceptional directorial skills and Garland's brilliant storytelling abilities make them the perfect team to bring this beloved franchise back to life. I can't wait to see how they expand upon the original story and explore the long-term effects of the devastating virus that turned London into a nightmarish wasteland.
