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28 Years Later (2025)

English · Horror / Thriller · 115 min · 15
★ 6.6 Solid 2,980 ratings
▸ Worth a watch
Released 19 Jun 2025
Page updated 24 Sept 2026

28 Years Later is streaming in the UK on Sky Go, Now TV Cinema.

The verdict

28 Years Later is a solid, watchable English film that mostly delivers on what it promises. It holds a 6.6/10 on TMDB from 2,980 ratings, right around average territory. It runs a manageable 115 minutes. In the UK you can stream it on Sky Go, Now TV Cinema.

Should you spend 1h 55m on it?

1h 55m of English horror with a thriller streak, not one for younger kids. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.

Why
6.6/10 from 2,980 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
Skip if
dread and jump scares aren't what you want tonight
Best for
An ordinary evening in

Story

Twenty-eight years after the Rage virus outbreak, a heavily-defended island survives connected to the mainland by a single causeway. When one of the group leaves the island into the dark heart of the mainland, he discovers secrets, wonders, and horrors that have mutated not only the infected but other survivors as well.

Good to know

Runtime1h 55m
Watch with family?15 · Older kids & up
GenreHorror / Thriller
LanguageEnglish
Best screenStream at home

Director

Danny Boyle

Cast

Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Jamie
Alfie Williams
Alfie Williams
Spike
Ralph Fiennes
Ralph Fiennes
Dr. Kelson
Jodie Comer
Jodie Comer
Isla
Jack O'Connell
Jack O'Connell
Sir Jimmy Crystal
Chi Lewis-Parry
Chi Lewis-Parry
Samson

Where to watch in the UK

Sky GoNow TV Cinema

Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.

Rent or buy
Apple TV StoreRakuten TVAmazon VideoSky Store

Availability as of 24 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.

Trailer

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Frequently asked

Is 28 Years Later worth watching?
Worth a watch. It rates 6.6/10 on audience ratings. 1h 55m of English horror with a thriller streak, not one for younger kids. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
Where can I watch 28 Years Later?
You can stream 28 Years Later in the UK on Sky Go, Now TV Cinema.
When is 28 Years Later coming to streaming?
28 Years Later is already streaming in the UK on Sky Go, Now TV Cinema.
Is 28 Years Later family friendly?
28 Years Later is rated 15. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is 28 Years Later in?
28 Years Later is an English film (Horror / Thriller).
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