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Bone Temple's Flop Should End Hollywood's Most Annoying Trend
By Jonathan Klotz
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The moment Samuel L. Jackson’s Nick Fury turned up after the credits of Iron Man was the moment that entertainment changed forever. Every film had to be part of a larger universe, with each one teasing that the next would be bigger and better. The natural end result of this trend has been studios filming multiple movies back-to-back and planning from the beginning that, no matter the audience reaction, this will be another epic universe of interconnected films.
The long-awaited 28 Years Later ran headfirst into both trends, ending with a tease for the second film in a trilogy, and then 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple fell flat months later when confused audiences rejected it as too much, too soon, and too confusing.
The Bone Temple Doesn’t Sound Like A Sequel
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple picks up right where 28 Years Later leaves off and devotes its entire runtime to Spike (Alfie Williams) and the Jimmys, a strange gang based on the British personality Jimmy Saville (in the film’s timeline, Saville’s sex crimes were never exposed). The film itself is a great entry in the growing franchise by keeping the story’s focus tight on the group, which starts off as larger than you’d expect for a horror film, but quickly gets whittled down. It culminates in an insane sequence set to Iron Maiden’s Number of the Beast that proves Ralph Fiennes can do anything. The problem isn’t with the film, The Bone Temple is well worth watching, but the problem comes from Hollywood’s fascination with milking every aspect of every successful film before anyone knows it’s a hit or not.
Thankfully for everyone involved, 28 Years Later was a hit during the summer of 2025. It would have been awkward for the already filmed and edited sequel if the first film had crashed and burned. Unfortunately, the summer of 2025 was only a few months ago, and the general audience didn’t think 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple was a sequel only six months later. Hollywood’s “everything is a franchise” hubris finally caught up with it, and the result was a truly unique horror film that earned less domestically than Tron: Ares.
2 Fast 2 Furious is a stupid name for a movie, but it makes it clear that it’s a sequel. M3GAN 2.0 was another disaster, but the 2 is right there. The Bone Temple doesn’t denote it’s a sequel, especially since the Bone Temple itself was a major part of the first film. It sounds like a director’s cut version of the first film.
Fans Rejected The Jimmy Gang Months Ago
Working against 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is the first appearance of the Jimmys at the end of the first film. Watching a group of color-coordinated tracksuit-clad survivors ripping apart infected like post-apocalyptic Power Rangers was such a tonal shift from the rest of the film’s meditation on grief and death that it immediately turned off a part of the film’s fanbase. Which is unfortunate, because the cast and crew had a three-week break between wrapping one film and starting another back in 2024, long before the public reaction to the wild twist.
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple earned $13 million domestically during its opening weekend and a total of $46 million, which isn’t bad, but it’s lagging significantly behind 28 Years Later. An estimated budget of $68 million means that director Nia DaCosta’s follow-up to The Marvels is again going to bring in a respectable sum for most films, but the budget kills it. Once again, the talented DaCosta was saddled with bringing the studio’s vision to life, no matter what the fans said they wanted.
The Bone Temple underperforming won’t stop studios from purposely stretching out stories into multiple movies, and it won’t stop the trend of filming movies back-to-back before anyone knows what the fanbase is going to latch onto. 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple ends with another tease for the third, and hopefully, final film. Years of Marvel post-credit teases that have gone nowhere haven’t left audiences waiting for every film to promise a bigger, better sequel; it’s done the opposite, and now audiences roll their eyes out of annoyance. Studios need to cut their losses and go back to focusing on telling one great story before any other fan-favorite franchises fall victim.
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The Logitech G Pro X Superlight wireless gaming mouse is now only $90 — save $60 at Amazon
TL;DR: The Logitech G Pro X Superlight wireless gaming mouse is down to just $89.99 at Amazon, saving you $60 on its usual $149.99 list price
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Going to a well-known brand for a lightweight gaming mouse is usually best. You’re generally getting higher build quality for intense play over long periods of time — and Logitech has a new deal that offers quality in adundance. As of Feb. 10, the Logitech G Pro X Superlight has dropped to $89.99 on Amazon, marking a steep $60 discount on one of the most popular esports mice on the market.
That price represents 40% off its regular list price and pushes the Superlight into a much more accessible bracket for players who want pro-grade performance without paying full premium pricing.
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Designed in collaboration with top esports professionals, the Pro X Superlight focuses on speed, precision, and minimal weight above all else. It weighs under 63 grams, nearly 25% lighter than Logitech’s standard Pro Wireless mouse — while still promising a rock-solid build quality. As for components, it features Logitech’s Hero 25K sensor, offering ultra-precise tracking up to 25,600 DPI with no smoothing, filtering, or acceleration.
Connectivity is handled via Logitech’s Lightspeed wireless technology, which delivers a fast and reliable connection suitable for high-level competitive play. You also get five programmable buttons, large PTFE feet for a smooth glide, and long battery life that can last days of regular gaming on a single charge. With that low latency and light build, paired with your quick reflexes, you’ll have the tools in your arsenal to take on fast-paced shooters like Counter-Strike 2, Fortnite, and Call of Duty with ease.
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You can also grab the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro wireless gaming mouse for around the same price at $89. As for more from Logitech, the G305 range of gaming mice are also on sale, with at least $20 off.
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Dunkin is giving away free iced coffee on Feb. 9 — use this promo code to qualify
Did you catch the Dunkin’ ad during the Big Game? Dunkin’ reimagined Good Will Hunting as a sitcom, including cameos from the likes of Jennifer Aniston, Matt LeBlanc, Jason Alexander, Ted Danson, Alfonso Ribeiro, Jaleel White, and Jasmine Guy. It was a welcome hit of ’90s nostalgia.
During the commercial, Dunkin’ announced that it would be giving away 1.995 million free iced coffees of any size to customers who use the code GOODWILLDUNKIN in the Dunkin’ app on Feb. 9. Simply download the Dunkin’ app to your smartphone (it’s free) and use the code at the checkout. It’s that easy.
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It’s worth noting that this offer is only valid while supplies last and you’re limited to a single redemption.
Dunkin’ has also dropped a collection of authentic vintage and ’90s-inspired clothing that very much fits the vibe of the commercial. This exclusive drop features vintage windbreakers, denim jackets, workout sets, and much more. The entire collection is available to shop now but items are selling out fast.
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National Pizza Day 2026 is here — celebrate with deals and freebies from 7-Eleven, Chuck E. Cheese, and more
Monday, Feb. 9 is National Pizza Day. What’s that? This is news to you? You don’t have us fooled. This is one of the biggest days of the year for foodies. Don’t pretend for a second that you haven’t been eyeing up this date for months.
The great news for lovers of dough and melted cheese is that a bunch of popular retailers run promotions on National Pizza Day, including Chuck E. Cheese, Grubhub, Papa Johns, and Pizza Hut. That means you can celebrate this occasion with a cheap slice. We’ve tracked down everything that’s out there and lined up a selection of standout offers for your consideration.
If you want to make the most out of National Pizza Day 2026, check out some of the best freebies and discounts we found below.
National Pizza Day deals
7-Eleven
7Rewards and Speedy Rewards members can buy one pizza and get another for just $3. Plus, use the code DELIVERY10 to get $10 off any first-time orders of $20 or more on the 7NOW Delivery app.
California Pizza Kitchen
Get $10 off $40+ orders at select California Pizza Kitchen locations with the code WINTER10 at checkout.
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Cheez-It
On National Pizza Day, get Cheez-It Duoz Pesto and Mozzarella and Cheez-It Snap’d Margherita Pizza for 20% off plus free shipping with the code PIZZA20.
Chuck E. Cheese
Until Feb. 12, celebrate National Pizza Day with a $5 large one-topping pizza with a games purchase. Fun Pass holders can score this deal without a games purchase.
Grubhub
On National Pizza Day, enjoy BOGO on six-piece wings with orders of at least $15 at Popeyes, get $7 off orders of $30+ at Pizza Hut, and get 25% off orders of $30+ at 7-Eleven. Plus, all Amazon Prime Grubhub+ members can use the code GET10 at the checkout to get $10 off a $30 order.
Papa Johns
Get the XL NY Style Pizza for $11.99 on National Pizza Day.
Papa Murphy’s
Get $10 off $25+ orders with the code PZDAY26.
Pizza Hut
Join Hut Rewards to get a free large one-topping pizza on your next order through the Pizza Hut app. Place a qualifying order through the app or online with a minimum purchase of $7.99 and Hut Rewards members will get a coupon for the free pizza within 24-48 hours in the app.
The Logitech G Pro X Superlight wireless gaming mouse is now only $90 — save $60 at Amazon
Dunkin is giving away free iced coffee on Feb. 9 — use this promo code to qualify
