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14-Year-Old Alfie Williams Returns as Spike in 'The Bone Temple'

12/20/2025

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Alfie Williams, a 14-year-old actor from Newcastle upon Tyne, reprises Spike.
The Bone Temple is directed by Nia DaCosta and releases in UK cinemas on January 16.
Williams describes his character’s journey as a regression back to fear after confronting the infected.
He has been physically preparing for the role.
Williams notes a guitar gift from Aaron Taylor-Johnson and expresses gratitude for Stephen Graham’s support.

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Story summary

Alfie Williams, a 14-year-old actor from Newcastle upon Tyne, reprises Spike.
The Bone Temple is directed by Nia DaCosta and releases in UK cinemas on January 16.
Williams describes his character’s journey as a regression back to fear after confronting the infected.
He has been physically preparing for the role.
Williams notes a guitar gift from Aaron Taylor-Johnson and expresses gratitude for Stephen Graham’s support.