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$40 Million Action Sequel Stalled by ’28 Years Later’ at Box Office


In the year 2025, the landscape of father-centric films has surprisingly thrived, with notable titles like The Accountant 2, The Amateur, and A Working Man achieving commendable success at the box office. However, one film that stood out for its underperformance is the action sequel Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, featuring Gerard Butler. This sequel barely recouped its reported budget globally, failing to match the success of its predecessor, and thus cannot be labeled a true blockbuster hit. Recently, it was surpassed on the 2025 charts by another sequel, 28 Years Later, directed by Danny Boyle.

With the addition of over $3 million earned on Tuesday, the zombie horror film has now exceeded the impressive $65 million mark in global box office earnings. This places it ahead of Den of Thieves 2, which wrapped up its box office run at approximately $58 million. The action film, helmed by Christian Gudegast, who also directed the first installment, had a production budget estimated at $40 million. Both films have garnered a significant fan base, often likened to the crime dramas crafted by Michael Mann. Currently, Den of Thieves 2 holds a 62% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an even higher 79% audience score, highlighting its appeal among viewers.

The film’s popularity with audiences was evident from the moment it debuted on streaming platforms. Similar to its predecessor, whose success in home video sales directly influenced its sequel, Den of Thieves 2 has consistently remained a top fixture on various streaming charts for multiple weeks. Additionally, Gerard Butler is currently featured in the live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon, which has impressively grossed around $370 million worldwide within just a couple of weeks. Recently, How to Train Your Dragon outperformed 28 Years Later, which debuted in the second spot on the domestic charts.

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Exciting News: A Sequel to ’28 Years Later’ Has Already Been Filmed

The newly released movie has received rave reviews, currently boasting an impressive 89% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes. However, audience reception has been less favorable, reflected in a 64% audience score on the same platform. The film, which stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, Ralph Fiennes, and newcomer Alfie Williams, had a production cost of approximately $60 million. It is on track to become the franchise’s first installment to surpass the coveted $100 million mark this weekend. Additionally, a follow-up titled 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is slated for release in January. Movie enthusiasts can catch 28 Years Later in theaters and stay tuned to Collider for further updates.


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28 Years Later

Release Date

June 20, 2025

Runtime

126 minutes

Director

Danny Boyle

Producers

Alex Garland, Andrew Macdonald, Bernard Bellew




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