28 Days Later
Runtime
113 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Type
Movie
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28 Days Later (2002)

British Movie2002Rating 7.2
📌 Available on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies and STARZPLAY🛡️ Adults 18+
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A man awakens in an empty hospital to a world transformed by viral terror, where London has become a battlefield of the infected. In 28 Days Later, survival demands forming unlikely bonds with other survivors while navigating the unbearable contradiction of humanity's darkest impulse. Every interaction becomes a test of trust, every shelter a fragile promise against the chaos outside. What unfolds is not merely a story of escape, but a mirror held up to what we are willing to become when civilization crumbles.

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EnergyRising and charged
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ExperienceGrowth, power, and escalation
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Runtime
113 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Type
Movie
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⭐ 77/100📊 4 sources🕒 2026-06-16
IMDb7.5/10539.4K votes75
Rotten Tomatoes87%87
Metacritic73/10073
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DirectorDanny Boyle
WritingAlex Garland
CastCillian MurphyNaomie HarrisBrendan GleesonMegan BurnsChristopher Eccleston
ProductionAndrew Macdonald
MusicJohn MurphyGlenn FreemantleOrin Beaton
CinematographyAnthony Dod MantleMarcel ZyskindPeter Mountain

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🔥Huge commercial success10.3x
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🔥 Huge commercial success

Revenue reached a very high multiple of the production cost

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The release delivered $82.8M against a reported budget of $8M to finish with a positive commercial result based on its return multiple.
💹 Return multiple: 10.3x📈 ROI: +935%🧾 Huge commercial success
💰Budget
$8M8 million USD
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🌍Worldwide revenue
$82.8M82.8 million USD
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+$74.8M+74.8 million USD
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Budget
$8M
Revenue
$82.8M
Commercial gap
+$74.8M
Budget: $8M • Revenue: $82.8M • Commercial gap: +$74.8M ROI +935%
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Director: Danny Boyle

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1What is the plot of 28 Days Later?
A man awakens in a darkened hospital corridor to discover that London has transformed into a living graveyard controlled by a mysterious infection. The film follows his journey of survival and confrontation with the terrifying new reality surrounding him.
2What is the duration and release year of the film?
The film runs for 113 minutes and was released in 2002, directed by Danny Boyle.
3Is the film suitable for young viewers?
The film is a horror and thriller that contains violent and frightening scenes, making it intended for adult viewers rather than young children.
4What genres does this film belong to?
The film combines three genres: horror, thriller, and science fiction, making it a multi-dimensional work that incorporates elements from each category.
5Who are the main cast members of the film?
The film features Cillian Murphy, Naomoi Harris, Brendan Gleeson, Megan Burns, and Christopher Eccleston in leading roles.

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