Is 28 Weeks Later scary?

MyCinema has not rated 28 Weeks Later for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, thriller, and science fiction film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch 28 Weeks Later in the US?

28 Weeks Later streams on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, and 3 more, is free on Tubi TV, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is 28 Weeks Later?

28 Weeks Later runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

Is 28 Weeks Later suitable for kids?

28 Weeks Later is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB20071h 39mHorror / Thriller / Science Fiction

28 Weeks Later

Name: 28 Weeks Later
Genre: Horror, Thriller, Science Fiction
Released: 2007-04-26
Duration: 99 min

When days turn to weeks...

Twenty-eight weeks after the spread of a deadly rage virus, the inhabitants of the British Isles have lost their battle against the onslaught, as the virus has killed everyone there. Six months later, a group of Americans dare to set foot on the Isles, convinced the danger has passed. But it soon becomes all too clear that the scourge continues to live, waiting to pounce on its next victims.

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28 Weeks Later at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 39m

At 1h 39m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Horror · Thriller · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under horror, thriller, and science fiction.

US availability

6 subscriptions · 1 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 6 subscription services: Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, and 3 more. Free or ad-supported on Tubi TV. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.6 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 5,921 votes, a positive audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch 28 Weeks Later tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 39m.
It is included with Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, and 3 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 5,921 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Is 28 Weeks Later scary?: MyCinema has not rated 28 Weeks Later for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, thriller, and science fiction film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch 28 Weeks Later in the US?: 28 Weeks Later streams on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, and 3 more, is free on Tubi TV, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is 28 Weeks Later?: 28 Weeks Later runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
Is 28 Weeks Later suitable for kids?: 28 Weeks Later is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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