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28 Years Later Crushes Tenet, Becomes Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Top-Grossing Film

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As a movie critic, I’m thrilled to share that “28 Years Later” has made a significant impact at the box office, surpassing a Christopher Nolan project and setting a new benchmark in Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s impressive filmography. Directed by the masterful Danny Boyle, this horror drama is the latest addition to the “28 Days Later” franchise. The story follows a courageous young boy who ventures out from his secluded sanctuary into an unpredictable world, where he encounters rage-infected humans upon discovering the mainland.

Alongside Taylor-Johnson, the cast of “28 Years Later” also features Alfie Williams, Jodie Comer, and Ralph Fiennes, as reported by Deadline. It’s projected that the movie will earn approximately $60 million domestically during its third weekend, representing a 56% drop and generating around $4.3 million over three days. This means “28 Years Later” is on track to surpass Taylor-Johnson’s previous film, Tenet, which grossed a total of $58.5 million domestically in its theatrical run.

What Overtaking Tenet Means For 28 Years Later

The Movie Was Released At A Better Time

Outperforming Tenet domestically implies that 28 Years Later may have profited from its advantageous release timing. Christopher Nolan, an Academy Award winner, directed this gripping sci-fi thriller. It boasts a captivating narrative and a strong cast consisting of the likes of Taylor-Johnson, John David Washington, Robert Pattinson, among others.

Despite opening during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 when movie theater attendance was reduced, Tenet still earned over $365 million at the box office. However, compared to some of Nolan’s other recent releases, Tenet is considered a relative disappointment. On the other hand, 28 Years Later belongs to a popular genre series, and it remains to be seen how its final box office earnings will compare.

When it first hit the screens, the movie made approximately $30 million, setting a new record for the 28 Days Later series. It has also crossed over $100 million worldwide, outperforming another Taylor-Johnson film, Kraven the Hunter, which Sony released in 2024, and is expected to maintain a robust box office performance.

Our Take On The 28 Years Later Box Office

How Much Further Can It Go?

The financial triumph of “28 Years Later” is a victory for Taylor-Johnson, given his earlier horror hit, “Nosferatu,” where he played Friedrich Harding. The zombie film is expected to surpass “Shanghai Knights” shortly, further boosting Taylor-Johnson’s list of highest-grossing films.

As a cinephile, I’ve noticed that with each new summer blockbuster hitting theaters, the box office earnings for “28 Years Later” seem to be tapering off. Keeping an eye on its box office performance remains crucial, given the mixed reactions it has garnered from both critics and audiences. For instance, while it boasts an 88% Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes, the Popcornmeter score stands at a more modest 63%, reflecting a divide in opinions between critics and viewers alike.

I can hardly contain my excitement as a die-hard fan! Taylor-Johnson is back in “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,” hitting screens on January 16, 2026. The numbers associated with this sequel will play a crucial role in determining its success or failure—and ultimately shaping how “28 Years Later” contributes to the illustrious legacy of our beloved lead actor.

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2025-07-06 15:09

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