The Fast and the Furious franchise has been a force to be reckoned with since its inception back in 2001. The late Paul Walker and Vin Diesel led the charge, taking the action film from its humble beginnings in street racing to a grand saga of spies and heists. Now, after a successful run spanning over a decade, the franchise is all set to conclude with its 12th installment, Fast Forever, in 2028.
Nearly a decade ago, on April 14, 2017, The Fate of the Furious hit theaters and made history. Directed by F. Gary Gray, the film saw Diesel reprising his iconic role alongside Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, who had joined the franchise in 2011. The movie set an impressive record for the highest-grossing weekend at the time, raking in over $532 million globally.
Breaking records left and right, The Fate of the Furious became the biggest box office opener of all time, surpassing major hits like Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Jurassic World. With a worldwide total gross of over $1.2 billion, the film cemented its place as one of the highest-grossing releases of 2017.
While the franchise saw immense success, it also marked a bittersweet moment as it was the first film released after Paul Walker’s tragic passing in 2013. Walker, a core part of the franchise legacy, continues to be remembered even after his untimely death.
The Fate of the Furious follows the adventures of Dom and his crew as they face unexpected challenges, testing their loyalty and unity. Starring a stellar cast including Jason Statham, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, and Charlize Theron, the film garnered critical acclaim and box office success.
In the grand scheme of the Fast and the Furious universe, The Fate of the Furious ranks high, coming in at number 3 on the list. With Furious 7 taking the top spot, each installment brings its own unique flair to the franchise.
As the Fast and the Furious series draws to a close with Fast Forever on the horizon, we can’t help but look back at the impact it has had on the action film genre. From humble beginnings to global domination, the franchise has kept audiences on the edge of their seats, proving that fast cars and thrilling adventures never go out of style.
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