’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ First Reactions Tease “One of the Best Horror Movies of the Last Decade”

By George & Josh Bate

28 Years Later shook audiences with its striking visual flair and powerful emotions, especially in a gut-wrenching third act. Now, just six month after Danny Boyle’s return to the rage virus, select fans and critics have got their hands on the highly anticipated follow-up – 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple.

The film from director Nia DaCosta and writer Alex Garland hits theaters on January 16, 2026 but is already being described as “brutally audacious,” “phenomenal,” and “one of the best horror movies of the last decade.” Check out some initial reactions to the film below….

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