Danny Boyle’s 28 Years Later is proving to be a major box office success, crossing the $100 million milestone worldwide. Despite facing stiff competition from big releases like Brad Pitt’s F1 and M3GAN 2.0, the third installment in the 28 Days Later franchise is now the most successful entry to date.
Strong Global Performance
According to Box Office Mojo, 28 Years Later has earned $52 million internationally, with another $50 million coming from the U.S. market. The film had a solid second weekend in the U.S., bringing in $2.9 million on Friday, $3.8 million on Saturday, and $2.9 million on Sunday. Overseas markets like the UK, Mexico, Australia, and South Korea have significantly contributed to its strong performance.
Franchise’s Best-Ever Numbers
The latest zombie drama has already surpassed its predecessors. The original film, 28 Days Later (2002), made $74.9 million, while the sequel, 28 Weeks Later (2007), grossed $72.3 million worldwide. With $103 million and counting, 28 Years Later is now officially the highest-grossing film in the franchise.
Box Office Ranking in 2025
Currently, 28 Years Later ranks 16th in the 2025 worldwide box office chart. Leading the list are titles like Ne Zha 2, A Minecraft Movie, Lilo & Stitch, and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. Still, Boyle’s zombie sequel outperforms several other major films including The Accountant 2 and Karate Kid: Legends.
Plot and Cast
The film’s story follows a group of survivors quarantined on an island nearly 30 years after the rage virus outbreak. When one member ventures into the mainland, he uncovers terrifying mutations and buried secrets.
28 Years Later stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, Jack O’Connell, Alfie Williams, and Ralph Fiennes.
