'Fast and Furious' Franchise Celebrates 25 Years at Cannes, Final Film Set for 2028
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The 'Fast and Furious' franchise marked its 25th anniversary with a special screening at the Cannes Film Festival, attended by stars including Vin Diesel and Jordana Brewster. Vin Diesel announced the 11th and reportedly final film, 'Fast Forever', is scheduled for release in March 2028. The franchise, which has grossed over $7 billion, will also expand with a new television show on Peacock.
Facts First
- The franchise's 25th anniversary was celebrated with a sold-out midnight screening at Cannes.
- Vin Diesel announced the final film, 'Fast Forever', is scheduled for theatrical release in March 2028.
- The franchise will expand through a new television series on Peacock.
- The series has grossed over $7 billion across 11 feature films over 25 years.
- Louis Leterrier is set to return as director for the final film.
What Happened
A special midnight screening of the 2001 film 'The Fast and the Furious' was held at the Cannes Film Festival to celebrate the franchise's 25th anniversary. The sold-out event was attended by cast members Vin Diesel, Jordana Brewster, Michelle Rodriguez, and Meadow Walker, the daughter of late co-star Paul Walker. The audience gave the cast an extended standing ovation. During the festival, Vin Diesel announced that the 11th and reportedly final film in the series, titled 'Fast Forever', is scheduled for release in theaters on March 17, 2028. He also announced at an NBCUniversal event that the franchise will expand through a new television show on Peacock.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of the long-running action series, you can look forward to the planned conclusion of the main film saga in 2028 and new stories through a forthcoming television series. The final film's development appears to be moving forward, with a screenwriter and director reportedly attached.
What's Next
The final film, 'Fast Forever', is scheduled for release in March 2028. Director Louis Leterrier, who directed 'Fast X', is set to return, and screenwriter Michael Lesslie has reportedly joined the project. The franchise may also continue to grow through the announced television series on Peacock.