Sun Jan 04 18:50:00 UTC 2026: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

“28 Weeks Later” Heads to Hulu Just as Zombie Franchise Revival Gains Steam

LOS ANGELES, CA – Zombie fans rejoice! “28 Weeks Later,” the pulse-pounding sequel to Danny Boyle’s genre-defining “28 Days Later,” will be available for streaming on Hulu starting January 2026. This announcement comes as the franchise experiences a major resurgence, fueled by the success of Boyle’s recent installment, “28 Years Later,” and the anticipation surrounding the upcoming “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple.”

Directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, “28 Weeks Later” picks up six months after the initial Rage virus outbreak in Britain. With the country declared safe for resettlement, refugees begin to return, only to find the virus reignited with terrifying consequences. Starring Robert Carlyle and Jeremy Renner, the film garnered praise for its intense pacing, immersive cinematography, and frightening depiction of the infected. While some critics felt it prioritized spectacle over character development, the movie earned over $72 million worldwide and holds respectable ratings of 73% from critics and 66% from fans on Rotten Tomatoes.

The franchise momentum is undeniable. “28 Years Later,” written by Alex Garland, successfully introduced a new cast and compelling storyline, earning $151 million worldwide and critical acclaim with an 89% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film stars talents like Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jack O’Connell, Alfie Williams, and Ralph Fiennes.

Sony’s confidence in the franchise is evident, with “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,” directed by Nia DaCosta, already slated for release in January 2026 and a third “28 Years Later” film in development. Adding to the excitement, Cillian Murphy, who executive-produced the recent films, is rumored to make an on-screen return in the upcoming third installment.

With “28 Weeks Later” hitting Hulu and multiple new films on the horizon, the “28 Days Later” universe is poised for a major zombie renaissance. Fans can revisit the chaos and terror of the outbreak when “28 Weeks Later” premieres on Hulu in January 2026.

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