Summary:
- The release of the 11th installment of the “Fast & Furious” franchise has been postponed to summer 2026 due to industry strikes, with filming resuming late this year.
- Director Louis Leterrier aims to conclude the series in Los Angeles, capturing its origins, while “Fast X” introduces a menacing new villain, escalating the stakes for Dom’s family.
The 11th installment of the “Fast & Furious” franchise, a sequel to last year’s “Fast X,” has had its release date shifted from April 2025 to summer 2026. Director Louis Leterrier attributed this delay to significant setbacks caused by last year’s SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes, which postponed the start of filming to later this year.
Leterrier shared with Collider, “It’s happening very, very soon. I’m able to shoot a little horror movie this summer. I’m finishing my horror movie on September 15th, and I start Fast on September 16th.”
Tyrese Gibson, who reprises his role as Roman Pearce, also commented on the delays during a conversation with CBR, saying, “Because of the strike, both strikes, there were some real delays in writing and getting the film up on its feet. I’m hearing that we’re going to get it going right at the top of the year in 2025.”
The franchise aims to elevate the movie to new heights, as highlighted by Gibson, and this is underscored by the return of major stars such as Gal Gadot and Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson.
Johnson confirmed his unexpected return last year and shared on Instagram that he will be reprising his role as Luke Hobbs in his solo spin-off film, which will serve as a setup for “Fast X: Part II.” Gadot’s return is especially notable, considering her character Gisele Yashar was presumed dead but shockingly reappeared in the final scene of the latest film.
“Fast X: Part 2” is now scheduled for a 2026 cinema release. Meanwhile, “Fast X” is available for purchase or rental on platforms like Prime Video, iTunes, and the Microsoft Store.
What Are Leterrier’s Plans for Concluding the Series?
Director Louis Leterrier shared plans to bring the final “Fast & Furious” movie back to Los Angeles, the original setting of the franchise, symbolizing a full-circle moment and a return to its roots. He expressed excitement about concluding the series in its inaugural location, stating, “That’s what we wanna do. We wanna bring it back home, and still have a great big journey to tell.” He confirmed he knows how the series will ultimately end.
In “Fast X,” Dom is pitted against Dante, a new villain played by Jason Momoa, who is the son of a former adversary. This installment escalates the stakes with unprecedented chaos and danger to Dom’s life. The film reaches a climax as Dom fiercely protects his son from Dante’s relentless attacks, amidst scenes reminiscent of a warzone.
Stay updated with Collider for more on the final chapter of the “Fast & Furious” series. “Fast X” is currently available for streaming on Prime Video in the U.S.
