28 Days Later
Directed by Danny Boyle · 2002 ·
Is 28 Days Later worth watching?
Yes. 28 Days Later (2002) earns a 78% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
- Apple TV+
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Where to watch 28 Days Later by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Prime Video |
| Indonesia | Catchplay, Vidio |
| Japan | Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT |
| Turkey | MUBI, TV+ |
| United States | Apple TV+ |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (87/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (85%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (73/100).
- Celluloid Score 78% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded horror, thriller, sci-fi pick
Not ideal for
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Is 28 Days Later worth watching?
Yes — 28 Days Later earns a 78% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded horror, thriller, sci-fi pick. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
Boyle’s rage-virus landmark made Murphy a star — still the modern zombie film’s nervous system.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is 28 Days Later about?
Twenty-eight days after a killer virus was accidentally unleashed from a British research facility, a small group of London survivors are caught in a desperate struggle to protect themselves from the infected. Carried by animals and humans, the virus turns those it infects into homicidal maniacs -- and it's absolutely impossible to contain.
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Critic Reviews
28 Days Later (2002) Review: Rage in an Empty London
★★★★☆
28 Days Later is Danny Boyle's raw, fast-moving British outbreak horror, a film that reshaped the modern zombie story even if its final act divides viewers.
Yes. It is a lean, frightening and influential survival horror that still grips, best for genre fans who can live with a rough digital look and a divisive last act.
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28 Days Later: frequently asked questions
Is 28 Days Later worth watching?
Yes. 28 Days Later (2002) has a Celluloid Score of 78%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch 28 Days Later?
In the United States, 28 Days Later streams on Apple TV+ with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video in India; Catchplay, Vidio in Indonesia; Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; MUBI, TV+ in Turkey. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is 28 Days Later?
28 Days Later runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).
What is 28 Days Later rated?
28 Days Later is rated R in the United States, 18 in the UK, A in India, MA 15+ in Australia and 18A in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in 28 Days Later?
28 Days Later is directed by Danny Boyle and stars Cillian Murphy, Naomie Harris, Brendan Gleeson, Megan Burns, Christopher Eccleston.
What is the Metascore for 28 Days Later?
Metacritic's Metascore for 28 Days Later is 73 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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