The cast of Danny Boyle’s ’28 Years Later,’ the long-awaited sequel to the 2002 cult classic ’28 Days Later,’ continues to grow with the addition of three renowned actors: Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ralph Fiennes. The highly anticipated film will once again be directed by Boyle and written by Alex Garland, who penned the screenplay for the original. Plot details remain shrouded in secrecy, adding to the intrigue surrounding the project.
The upcoming installment will be part of a planned trilogy, with Nia DaCosta reportedly in talks to helm the second film. Boyle, Garland, and original producer Andrew Macdonald will reprise their producing roles alongside Peter Rice and Bernie Bellew. Cillian Murphy, who starred in the original film, will return as an executive producer, although his involvement as an actor has yet to be confirmed.
Comer, an Emmy Award winner for her captivating performance as Villanelle in ‘Killing Eve,’ will soon grace the big screen in ‘The Bikeriders’ alongside Austin Butler and Tom Hardy. Taylor-Johnson, known for his roles in ‘Bullet Train’ and ‘Nocturnal Animals,’ has a trio of highly anticipated films releasing this year: ‘The Fall Guy,’ ‘Kraven the Hunter,’ and ‘Nosferatu.’ Fiennes, a veteran actor with an illustrious career, was recently seen in Wes Anderson’s ‘The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three More.’ He is set to star in ‘The Return’ and ‘Conclave.’
The casting of Comer, Taylor-Johnson, and Fiennes further elevates the excitement for ’28 Years Later.’ Their remarkable talent and diverse acting styles promise to bring depth and complexity to the film. As production gears up, fans eagerly await further updates and the eventual release of this highly anticipated sequel.
