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It has been 20 years since Cillian Murphy first graced the screen as the bike courier Jim in the apocalyptic horror film 28 Days Later. Fans have been eagerly awaiting news of a potential sequel to the beloved movie, and now, a teaser for 28 Years Later has been released, leaving Cillian Murphy’s fate uncertain.
In the original film, Jim managed to survive the deadly “rage virus” outbreak against all odds. The film ended with hints of a potential sequel, paving the way for 28 Weeks Later to be released in 2007. Now, after more than a decade, fans will finally get to see what has happened to their beloved characters in 28 Years Later.
The teaser for the upcoming film shows Cillian Murphy’s character standing behind Jodie Comer’s character in a field, looking weathered and worn. While many fans had hoped for Murphy’s return to the franchise, his name is notably absent from the film’s posters, raising questions about his role in the upcoming movie.
The trailer introduces viewers to a new group of survivors, played by Killing Eve’s Jodie Comer, The Fall Guy’s Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Conclave’s Ralph Fiennes, as they navigate a world overrun by zombies. The film is set roughly three decades after the events of the previous film, with the survivors living in isolation on a remote island to avoid infection.
One member of the group sets out on a journey to the mainland and uncovers horrifying secrets that have transformed survivors and infected individuals alike. The tagline for the film, “Time didn’t heal anything,” suggests that the horrors of the “rage virus” are far from over.
The teaser opens with children watching Teletubbies on an ancient TV, setting a creepy and unsettling tone. As chaos ensues, the characters are thrown into battle against the infected, with scenes of destruction and violence playing out against the backdrop of Rudyard Kipling’s war poem, Boots.
The trailer also hints at a potential return of Cillian Murphy’s character, with mysterious messages written on a farmhouse that could be referencing Jim. As Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s character navigates the dangerous landscapes, he encounters chilling scenes of devastation and death, hinting at the horrors that await the survivors.
Fans have been divided over the teaser, with some praising the return to the world of 28 Days Later and others expressing concern over potential spoilers. Despite the mixed reactions, anticipation for 28 Years Later is at an all-time high, with fans eagerly counting down the days until its release on June 20.
With a talented cast and a compelling storyline, 28 Years Later promises to be a worthy addition to the beloved franchise. As fans wait anxiously to see what fate awaits Cillian Murphy’s character, one thing is certain: the world of 28 Days Later is more terrifying and thrilling than ever before.
