The Fast & Furious franchise is preparing to take a leap that will mark a turning point in its history: live-action television. According to Deadline, a new series based on the film universe has been greenlit for production, although details regarding its cast or plot remain unknown.
The announcement comes at a key moment for the saga, which is currently planning the conclusion of its main cinematic chapter with the release of Fast Forever, scheduled for 2028. The expansion into streaming aims to keep the franchise alive and reach new audiences while this transition on the big screen is completed.
A production led by Vin Diesel
The first season of this series, currently without an official title, will air in the United States on Peacock. This means that viewers in Spain will have to wait to watch it via Skyshowtime, the platform that distributes the American network's content in the country.
Vin Diesel, a historic face of the saga, will serve as executive producer for this first season and will lead the development of the story. He will be joined by showrunners Mike Daniels and Wolfe Coleman. At the moment, no actors from the films have been officially confirmed for the television project.
Not the first foray into the series format
This is not the first time Fast & Furious has experimented with the television format. The saga previously tested these waters with Fast & Furious: Spy Racers, an animated series released on Netflix that ran for six seasons and was aimed at a younger audience than the films usually attract.
That production served as a proof of concept both to explore streaming and to expand the franchise's fan base, although its relationship with the narrative canon of the main films remains a subject of debate among fans.
The context: Fast Forever and the future of the saga
The announcement of this new series coincides with the preparation of the franchise's eleventh film, Fast Forever, which is planned for release in 2028. This installment aims to close the plot threads left open after Fast & Furious X, released in 2023.
Vin Diesel himself has hinted in the past at unconventional ideas for the future of the saga, even mentioning his interest in incorporating soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo into one of the installments. Although there is no confirmation regarding the series' cast, Diesel will remain linked to the Fast & Furious universe as a producer.
What to expect from the new series
For now, no information has been revealed about the plot, tone, or potential stars of the production. It has also not been confirmed whether there will be any direct connection to the main characters from the films or if the series will explore new stories within the same universe.
What does seem clear is that Peacock is betting on capitalizing on the enormous track record of the franchise, which over more than two decades has established itself as one of the most profitable action cinema sagas worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will the new Fast & Furious series premiere?
The first season will air in the United States on Peacock. In Spain, it will be available via Skyshowtime.
Who is producing the series?
Vin Diesel will be the executive producer for the first season, alongside showrunners Mike Daniels and Wolfe Coleman.
Is it known which actors will participate?
So far, the participation of any actors from the main films in the television project has not been confirmed.
Is this the first Fast & Furious series?
No. Previously, Fast & Furious: Spy Racers was released, an animated series on Netflix with six seasons, aimed at a younger audience.
What is the relationship between this series and the films?
The announcement coincides with the preparation of Fast Forever, the eleventh film in the saga, scheduled for 2028, which will close the plot threads left open in Fast & Furious X.
Is there a release date for the series?
At the moment, a specific release date has not been announced, as the project has just been greenlit for production.
