28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (Part 2) – Release Date, Parents Guide & IMAX vs. Dolby Review

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December 27, 2025

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (Part 2) – Release Date, Parents Guide & IMAX vs. Dolby Review

⚡ Quick Update: The Bone Temple is officially Part 2 of the new trilogy. It releases in theaters on January 16, 2026.

⚠️ Parents Warning: Rated R (USA) / 18 (UK). This movie contains extreme gore, intense zombie violence, and pervasive language. It is NOT suitable for children.
Official style poster for 28 Years Later Part 2: The Bone Temple (2026) featuring a biohazard symbol designed with a bone aesthetic

In my opinion, The rage virus is back, and so is the franchise that changed zombie movies forever. Danny Boyle and Alex Garland have returned to unleash a new trilogy, starting with 28 Years Later.

But the release schedule is unusual. Unlike typical franchises that wait years between sequels, Part 2: The Bone Temple is hitting theaters almost immediately. Fans in the US and UK are confused about the timeline, the cast, and who is directing which movie.

Watch: Official Trailer (2026)

Release Date: When is Part 2 Coming?

  • Theatrical Release: January 16, 2026 (Global)
  • Director: Nia DaCosta (taking over from Danny Boyle for Part 2).
  • Runtime: Rumored to be 1 hour 50 minutes.

The Trilogy Roadmap: Explained

This is not just one movie. It is a three-part event. To help you understand the order, we created this roadmap based on confirmed reports.

Movie Title Release Date Key Details
Part 1: 28 Years Later Summer 2025 (Out Now) Directed by Danny Boyle. The return of the Rage Virus.
Part 2: The Bone Temple Jan 16, 2026 Directed by Nia DaCosta. Focuses on the "Cults" of the apocalypse.
Part 3: The Finale Late 2026 / 2027 In Production. The end of Jim's story.

Best Format to Watch: IMAX, Dolby, or Standard?

This movie was filmed using a mix of High-End Digital Cameras and iPhone 15 Pros (a franchise tradition to create a "gritty" look). This makes choosing a theater tricky.

FORMAT RANKING WHY IT IS GOOD/BAD
#1 WINNER
IMAX (Laser) 		Best Audio Experience. The "Rage" sound effects and John Murphy's iconic score are massive. IMAX speakers make the jump scares terrifying. The gritty visuals look huge on the expanded screen.
#2 VISUALS
Dolby Cinema 		Best Contrast. This movie has many dark, night-time scenes in the "Bone Temple." Dolby Vision prevents these scenes from looking grey or muddy.
#3 AVOID
Standard / Drive-In 		Not Recommended. The "shaky cam" style of this movie can look blurry on cheap screens. You will miss the details in the dark scenes.

Parents Guide: Is it Safe for Kids?

Absolutely NOT. Unlike Marvel movies, this is a brutal horror film.

  • Gore: Extreme. Eye-gouging, biting, dismemberment, and piles of "bones" are central to the plot.
  • Intensity: The "Infected" run fast. The tension is relentless and will cause nightmares for younger viewers.
  • Language: Over 50 uses of the F-word.
  • Age Recommendation: 17+ Only.

Cast: Is Cillian Murphy in Part 2?

Yes. Cillian Murphy returns as Jim. However, the cast expands to include:

  • Jodie Comer (The Survivor)
  • Ralph Fiennes (The Cult Leader)
  • Aaron Taylor-Johnson (The Soldier)

For the full confirmed cast list and production updates, check the official 28 Years Later IMDb page.

Are you watching The Bone Temple on Day 1? Let us know if you picked IMAX or Dolby in the comments!