28 Years Later” Trailer Zombie Not Cillian Murphy
’28 Years Later’ Zombie Mishap: It’s Not Cillian Murphy!
Fans of the iconic “28 Days Later” franchise were sent into a frenzy this week after the trailer for the long-awaited sequel, “28 Years later,” dropped. While the trailer garnered rave reviews for its chilling atmosphere and intense action, a brief shot of a gaunt zombie rising from a field sparked confusion and disappointment among some viewers.
Many mistook the emaciated figure for a cameo appearance by Cillian murphy,who starred in the original 2002 film and is producing the new trilogy. The rumor mill went into overdrive, with fans lamenting what they perceived as a spoiler.
Though, sources have now confirmed that the zombie in question is not Murphy, but art dealer and model Angus Neill.
Neill, who stands at an imposing 6’2″ with a 28-inch waist, spoke to The Guardian about his experience working on the film. “Danny [Boyle, the director] told me he’d always had me in mind for the role,” Neill shared. “So we met up, hit it off, and I agreed to take part. On set he has an extraordinary ability to hypnotize you, and working with him on the film was a very, very intense experience.”
The confusion highlights the immense anticipation surrounding Murphy’s involvement in the new trilogy.While he is rumored to have a brief appearance in the first film, his role is expected to expand in the subsequent installments.
“28 Years Later,” starring Jodie Comer,Aaron Taylor-Johnson,Ralph Fiennes,and Jack O’Connell,is set to hit theaters in June 2025. The second film, directed by nia DaCosta, has already been completed.
Cillian Murphy Zombie Rumor Debunked: ’28 Years Later’ Flesh-Eating Figure Revealed
Confusion and excitement gripped fans of the “28 Days Later” franchise when the trailer for “28 Years Later” dropped this week. The appearance of a gaunt zombie rising from a field sparked a frenzy, with many believing it to be a surprise cameo by Cillian Murphy, star of the 2002 original.
However, sources have confirmed the zombie in question is not Murphy but art dealer and model angus Neill.
Neill,who stands at a towering 6’2″ with a 28-inch waist,shared his experience working on the film with The Guardian. “Danny [boyle, the director] told me he’d always had me in mind for the role,” Neill explained.”So we met up, hit it off, and I agreed to take part. on set he has an extraordinary ability to hypnotize you, and working with him on the film was a very, very intense experience.”
Despite the confusion, anticipation remains high for Murphy’s involvement in the new trilogy. While rumors suggest a brief appearance in the first film, his role is expected to expand in subsequent installments.
“28 Years Later” is set to hit theaters in June 2025 and stars Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-johnson, Ralph Fiennes, and Jack O’Connell. The second film, directed by Nia DaCosta, has already been completed.