There’s One 28 Weeks Later Character Alex Garland Wants to Bring Back (But There’s a Very Good Reason Why He Can’t)

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Alex Garland and Danny Boyle, the masterminds behind the groundbreaking horror movie “28 Days Later,” are delving back into their world marked by rage-induced chaos with a fresh trilogy titled “28 Years Later“. The upcoming trilogy includes Cillian Murphy reprising his memorable role as Jim in the second installment, “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple“. Fans are eagerly discussing which characters from the series’ past might resurface. During an exclusive chat with ComicBook about the upcoming films, screenwriter Garland expressed a unique affinity for a particular character from “28 Weeks Later,” though he admitted that their return might not be feasible due to narrative constraints.

When asked about reprising characters, Garland directly expressed his desire to bring back Jeremy Renner, saying, “He’s the man I’d choose to come back. I think I have a soft spot for him, yes.” He then went on to praise Renner’s acting skills and his work in the 2007 sequel, stating, “Working with him as an actor is always a pleasure. I just really enjoy watching him, and he was fantastic in that movie.” Boyle, however, simply stated that they haven’t discussed the possibility yet.

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In the gripping movie “28 Weeks Later,” I assumed the role of Sergeant Doyle, a Delta Force sniper. I joined forces with a band of survivors, even including young children, during a devastating resurgence of the Rage Virus in London. Sadly, the events that unfolded within the storyline made it impossible for my character to return. As Garland eloquently expressed, “If I were to choose one character to bring back, it would be Jeremy Renner, but his character perished in that film, standing tall amidst flames.

What Is The New 28 Years Later Trilogy

In a week, we’ll be witnessing a major expansion of the renowned horror series with “28 Years Later” as its starting point, which is the first installment of a new trilogy conceived by the original creative team. The director of the groundbreaking “28 Days Later”, Danny Boyle, will be back at the helm for this first chapter. The writer of the original, Alex Garland, will write the scripts for all three planned films in the series. The film simply titled “28 Years Later” is set for a cinematic release this week. Following closely, the second film in the saga, “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple”, is scheduled for 2026. For the second installment, Nia DaCosta (known for “Candyman” and “The Marvels”) will step up to direct, with Danny Boyle set to direct the final movie in the “28 Years Later” trilogy.

28 Years Later is a story set on an isolated island, connected to the mainland by a heavily guarded bridge. Residents on this island have constructed a post-apocalyptic lifestyle for themselves due to their seclusion. However, when one member ventures out to the mainland, they stumble upon secrets concerning the infected and other survivors. The film’s primary cast includes Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, Ralph Fiennes, Alfie Williams, Erin Kellyman, and Jack O’Connell. In simpler terms, the movie takes place on an isolated island where residents have established a post-apocalyptic life for themselves. When one resident goes to the mainland, they discover secrets about the infected and other survivors. The main cast members are Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, Ralph Fiennes, Alfie Williams, Erin Kellyman, and Jack O’Connell.

28 years after its initial release, the movie is now playing in theaters. On January 16, 2026, you’ll find “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple” hitting the screens.

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2025-06-21 00:09