28 Years Later Earns $2.1 Million in Preview Screenings
The sequel to the acclaimed post-apocalyptic horror film has finally arrived. Titled “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,” the film earned an impressive $2.1 million during its preview screenings. This marks a significant start for the movie, which is expected to attract substantial box office returns over the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend.
Box Office Projections for “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple”
“The Bone Temple” is projected to gross between $20 million and $22 million during the extended holiday weekend. This early performance shows promise, especially when compared to its predecessor, “28 Years Later,” which earned $5.8 million in previews and debuted with $30 million in June 2022.
Strong Performance Compared to Predecessor
- “28 Years Later” grossed $70 million in North America.
- Globally, it reached $150 million against a budget of $60 million.
- The sequel has a budget of $63 million.
Director Nia DaCosta takes over from Danny Boyle for this follow-up. The film continues the story crafted by writer Alex Garland, exploring the aftermath of the previous film and its infamous zombie outbreak.
Returning and New Cast Members
The sequel brings back Ralph Fiennes as the unsettling doctor Ian Kelson. Jack O’Connell resumes his role as cult leader Jimmy Crystal. Additionally, the young actor Alfie Williams returns, along with new faces Erin Kellyman and Emma Laird, alongside original star Cillian Murphy.
Competition at the Box Office
“28 Years Later: The Bone Temple” will compete with “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” the threequel in James Cameron’s blockbuster series. “Avatar: Fire and Ash” is expected to earn between $18 million and $19 million in its fifth weekend. Previous “Avatar” films have dominated the box office, each exceeding $2 billion globally.
This exciting sequel continues to build anticipation in the horror genre. With a solid preview performance and competition in the mix, viewers are eager to see how “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple” will fare in the coming weeks.
