28 Weeks Later (2007)
The Rage virus returns with a vengeance in this relentless British horror sequel directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo.
28 Weeks Later - Movie Information
- Original Title: 28 Weeks Later
- Release Year: 2007
- Directed by: Juan Carlos Fresnadillo
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror, Thriller, Sci-Fi
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 1h 39m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): April 26, 2007 (United Kingdom - 18), May 11, 2007 (United States - R), August 30, 2007 (Germany - 18), September 19, 2007 (France - 16), May 10, 2007 (Australia - MA 15+), June 1, 2007 (Brazil - 18), June 1, 2007 (Mexico - C), September 28, 2008 (Italy - VM14), June 28, 2007 (Spain - 18)
- Alternative Titles: 28 tygodni później (PL), 28 Wochen später (DE), 28 týdnů poté (CZ), 28 semanas después (ES), 28 Days Later 2 (UK), 28 viikkoa myöhemmin (FI), 28 أسبوعا لاحقا (SA), มหาภัยเชื้อนรกถล่มเมือง (TH)
- Production Companies: DNA Films, Figment Films, UK Film Council, Fox Atomic, Koan, Sogecine
- Production Countries: United Kingdom, Spain, United States of America
28 Weeks Later - Plot
Twenty-eight weeks after the spread of a deadly rage virus, the inhabitants of the British Isles have lost their battle against the onslaught, as the virus has killed everyone there. Six months later, a group of Americans dare to set foot on the Isles, convinced the danger has passed. But it soon becomes all too clear that the scourge continues to live, waiting to pounce on its next victims.
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28 Weeks Later - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Juan Carlos Fresnadillo
Main Cast
- Robert Carlyle
- Rose Byrne
- Jeremy Renner
- Harold Perrineau
- Catherine McCormack
- Mackintosh Muggleton
- Imogen Poots
- Idris Elba
- Amanda Walker
- Shahid Ahmed
Writers
- Rowan Joffé
- Juan Carlos Fresnadillo
- Jesús Olmo
- Enrique López Lavigne
Producers
- Allon Reich
- Enrique López Lavigne
- Andrew Macdonald
- Bernard Bellew
28 Weeks Later - FAQs
Where can you stream 28 Weeks Later?
28 Weeks Later is available to stream on Hulu, Shudder, and AMC+. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region.
Is 28 Weeks Later a direct sequel to 28 Days Later?
Yes, 28 Weeks Later is the direct sequel to Danny Boyle's 28 Days Later (2002). It picks up six months after the original film's events, following a new group of survivors as the Rage virus resurfaces in a supposedly safe zone in London.
Who are the main actors in 28 Weeks Later?
The film stars Robert Carlyle as Donald Harris, Rose Byrne as Scarlet, Jeremy Renner as Sergeant Doyle, Harold Perrineau as Flynn, Idris Elba as General Stone, Catherine McCormack as Alice, and Imogen Poots and Mackintosh Muggleton as the Harris siblings.
What is the ending of 28 Weeks Later explained?
In the finale, Andy — who carries the Rage virus but remains asymptomatic — escapes to France, unknowingly spreading the infection to continental Europe. The closing shot of infected sprinting toward the Eiffel Tower confirms the virus has broken containment and gone global.
What is 28 Weeks Later rated and why?
28 Weeks Later is rated R in the United States. The rating reflects the film's intense and sustained sequences of graphic violence, gore, and disturbing imagery involving the Rage virus, as well as strong language and scenes of peril throughout.
Who directed 28 Weeks Later?
28 Weeks Later was directed by Spanish filmmaker Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, marking his English-language debut. Danny Boyle, director of the original 28 Days Later, stepped back to serve as executive producer, allowing Fresnadillo to bring his own distinct visual style to the sequel.
How long is 28 Weeks Later?
28 Weeks Later has a runtime of 99 minutes (1 hour and 39 minutes). The film maintains a relentless pace throughout, with critics frequently noting that its tight runtime contributes to the unrelenting tension and sense of dread.
What movies are similar to 28 Weeks Later?
Fans of 28 Weeks Later often enjoy 28 Days Later (2002), [REC] (2007), Dawn of the Dead (2004), The Girl with All the Gifts (2016), 30 Days of Night (2007), and the upcoming 28 Years Later (2025). These films share themes of viral apocalypse, survival horror, and relentless tension.
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