Cillian Murphy is returning to the 28 Days Later franchise, reprising his role as Jim in the highly anticipated 28 Years Later. However, fans were shocked when the trailer revealed Murphy’s character as a zombie. The original 2002 film ended with Jim seemingly rescued alongside other survivors, but the new storyline hints at a grim fate for the beloved protagonist.
The film, directed by Danny Boyle and co-written by Alex Garland, features a new cast including Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, and Ralph Fiennes. Murphy’s zombie appearance sparked widespread reactions online, with fans expressing horror and intrigue at seeing the former hero turned into one of the infected. Comments on platforms like Reddit highlighted the emotional weight of such a transformation.
The trailer, which also teases callbacks to iconic moments from the earlier films, has intensified anticipation for the movie’s release. The franchise is set to expand further, with 28 Years Later Part II: The Bone Temple already confirmed, promising a new era of post-apocalyptic storytelling.
Scheduled for release on June 20, 2025, 28 Years Later marks a chilling return to the series that redefined the zombie genre and launched Murphy’s career. Fans are eager to see how the story unfolds and what led to Jim’s haunting transformation.
