28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Holds Strong Amid January Horror Surge

Nia DaCosta’s 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple continues its impressive theatrical run, standing out as one of January 2026’s strongest cinema performers.

The film, a sequel to 2025’s 28 Years Later, pushes the franchise further into darker territory, earning praise for its atmosphere, intense gore, and performances from Ralph Fiennes, Jack O’Connell, and Alfie Williams. Cillian Murphy returns to the franchise as a producer.

Set in a post–Rage Virus Britain, the story follows Spike as he joins Sir Jimmy Crystal’s gang, while Dr. Kelson uncovers unsettling truths about survivors in a fractured world. The film builds on the legacy of the original 2002 classic while raising the stakes for a new generation.

Its success highlights horror’s dominance during a typically slow theatrical period and fuels speculation about the franchise’s long-term future.