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It has been 28 long years since fans last witnessed the terrifying world of 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later. Now, with the upcoming release of 28 Years Later, the fate of Cillian Murphy’s character, Jim, remains uncertain. The highly anticipated sequel to the iconic horror films is set to hit theaters next summer, leaving fans on the edge of their seats with the recently released teaser.
In 28 Days Later, Cillian Murphy’s Jim managed to survive the apocalyptic outbreak against all odds. Many fans were left wondering if Jim would return in the third installment of the series, especially after catching a glimpse of what appeared to be a zombie version of him. In the teaser for 28 Years Later, Jim is seen standing behind Jodie Comer’s character in a field, looking weathered and worn – a stark reminder of the horrors he has endured.
While Murphy is listed as an executive producer on Sony Pictures’ website, his name is notably absent from the posters for the new film. This has left fans questioning whether Jim will play a significant role in the upcoming sequel or if his fate will remain a mystery.
The trailer for 28 Years Later introduces viewers to a new cast of characters, including Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ralph Fiennes, as they battle against hordes of zombies in a post-apocalyptic world. The film picks up roughly three decades after the events of the previous film, with the “rage virus” that infected humans escaping from a biological weapons lab.
The story follows a group of survivors who have been living in isolation on a remote island to avoid the infection. When one of them ventures back to the mainland, they uncover dark secrets and horrors that have transformed the survivors and infected alike. The film’s tagline, “Time didn’t heal anything,” sets the tone for the dark and suspenseful sequel.
The teaser trailer opens with children watching Teletubbies at home before chaos ensues, setting the stage for the harrowing events that unfold. Battle scenes are interspersed with shots of a remote island littered with wooden crosses and prayer beads, hinting at the dark forces at play.
As the camera pans across the eerie landscape, the words “Behold he is coming with the clouds” and “Jimmy” are scrawled in white paint on a farmhouse – a possible reference to Murphy’s character. The trailer then shifts focus to Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s character, who navigates the treacherous terrain armed with a bow and arrow, while Comer holds a baby in her arms.
The teaser hints at the return of a zombie figure, possibly Jim, amidst a clearing filled with skulls and other ominous symbols. Fans on social media have been quick to point out the chilling vibes of the trailer, with some joking about Murphy’s appearance and others expressing concern over potential spoilers.
28 Years Later marks the return of writer Alex Garland and director Danny Boyle, who played pivotal roles in revitalizing the zombie genre with the original films. Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, who directed and co-wrote 28 Weeks Later, takes the helm for the third installment, promising to deliver an intense and thrilling cinematic experience for fans.
As the release date for 28 Years Later approaches, anticipation continues to build among fans eager to see what horrors await in the latest chapter of the iconic horror franchise. Will Cillian Murphy’s Jim make a triumphant return, or will his fate remain shrouded in mystery? Only time will tell as audiences prepare to once again enter the terrifying world of 28 Days Later.
