28 Years Later: What Happens After the Credits in The Bone Temple?
As suspense builds around 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, fans are desperate to know if the post-apocalyptic thriller holds any post-credits surprises after Dr. Kelson’s game-changing discovery and Spike’s high-stakes turn with Jimmy Crystal’s gang. Will the story linger on after the final frame? Here’s what you need to know before you leave the theater.
Alright, so you just finished watching '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple' (or maybe you haven’t seen it yet and you’re already plotting your bathroom strategy for the last act—no judgment). Either way, the big question making the rounds is: do you need to hang out through the credits for some surprise scene? Let’s break it all down.
Should You Stick Around After the Credits?
Short answer: No, you’re free to bolt the second the credits roll. There’s zero post-credits, mid-credits, or sneaky end-of-credits footage. The filmmakers either value your bladder or just figured the movie wrapped things up well enough that they didn’t need a Marvel-style tag to hint at the next chapter. So when the lights start coming up, you’re not missing anything if you head for the exit.
Remind Me—What’s This Movie About Again?
This round, we’re in post-apocalyptic mode (no shock there). Nia DaCosta’s behind the camera, and the story centers on Dr. Ian Kelson, who stumbles on a discovery that could shift the course of the entire world. Meanwhile, Spike gets himself tangled up with Jimmy Crystal’s gang—a choice that, let’s be honest, comes with all sorts of complications he could probably do without. The flick is self-contained and doesn’t leave a pile of loose threads, which probably explains the lack of mid-credits teasers.
Who’s in the Cast?
- Ralph Fiennes as Dr. Ian Kelson (yes, that Ralph Fiennes—he’s everywhere)
- Jack O'Connell as Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal
- Alfie Williams as Spike
- Erin Kellyman as Jimmy Ink
- Chi Lewis-Parry as Samson
- Emma Laird as Jimmima
- ...plus a few other faces you might recognize
What’s Next for the Franchise?
If you’re bummed about the lack of a post-credits tease, there is some good news floating around. Back in December 2025 (yeah, that’s less than a year ago if you’re reading this in 2026), Deadline reported that Sony is definitely working on a third movie to finish this trilogy. There’s no official title or premiere date yet, but apparently it’s in motion.
Cillian Murphy—the guy from the very first '28 Days Later'—is reportedly in talks to come back. Alex Garland is working on the script. But, and this is key, Sony hasn’t officially confirmed anything, so take it with the usual pinch of internet salt until they do.
Nia DaCosta’s Take
If you were wondering what it was like for DaCosta stepping in after Danny Boyle led this franchise for years, she summed it up pretty well in an interview:
'Obviously, I have a reverence for the first film. I have a reverence for Danny’s work, but I have no interest and no capacity to imitate it because he’s unique. No one wants to see my version of a Danny Boyle movie, that's boring as hell. I can't do that sh*t, I don't want to do that.'
Honestly, can’t argue with that.
So, bottom line: once the credits hit, your time in the theater is officially over—unless you just really like watching names scroll. And keep an eye out for that mysterious third film…eventually.