As a long-time fan of the Fast & Furious franchise who grew up watching these films and even had a few “Dom Toretto” moments during my own street racing days, I can’t help but feel a mix of excitement and concern about the upcoming finale. Vin Diesel’s Thanksgiving post paints a picture of chaos behind the scenes, which is not exactly what one wants to hear before the final lap.
As a devoted fan of the Fast & Furious series, I was taken aback by a heartfelt Thanksgiving message from none other than our beloved Dom Toretto himself. However, the tone he set for the upcoming finale of this action-packed saga isn’t exactly sunshine and rainbows.
Initially, the Fast & Furious series wasn’t expected to reach such massive popularity in Hollywood, given its roots from a 1998 article about unlawful street racing. The initial film, debuting in 2001, started a sequence of four movies that primarily adhered to the original concept and remained true to real-life street racing. However, Fast Five, released a decade later, steered the franchise towards an entirely new path. This shift was marked by the introduction of numerous new characters, as well as the main cast getting involved in espionage, heists, and complex stunts reminiscent of James Bond films.
Despite the trajectory of this franchise experiencing significant success at the box office with hits like Furious 7 grossing an impressive $1.5 billion worldwide, future installments are reportedly facing internal conflicts, as suggested by Diesel’s recent Instagram post during Thanksgiving. It seems that the upcoming 11th movie may be grappling with disagreements among the team members, each with their unique expectations for the production.
I’ve been hearing conflicting messages: Universal wants FastX2 by March 2026, while Concast insists on two final movies. To top it off, the writer from Fast Five sent me an image asking for a resolution between DOM and HOBBS. All I want is to return to authentic street racing, realistic stunts, and a reunion of that amazing brotherhood. Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving…
Can the ‘Fast & Furious’ Franchise End on a High?
The larger a well-known Intellectual Property (IP) like Fast X grows, the more individuals take an interest in its development. After such a significant financial investment, which unfortunately resulted in less than satisfying returns, Universal is especially committed to achieving their goals with Fast 11. However, what was initially expected to be the conclusion of the series has already been altered multiple times.
Amidst clashes of personalities, potential sequels stacking up, and a lack of agreement on the ideal direction forward, tensions might escalate for Vin Diesel, the numerous returning stars, the possible Hobbs and Reyes spinoff (if it materializes), and whatever follows that. Given the chaotic nature of Fast X due to late-stage director swaps and production delays, it appears that Fast 11 will not reach its conclusion without encountering its own obstacles.
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2024-11-28 18:33