Fast and Furious Movies in Order: The Ultimate Guide

The Fast and Furious franchise has become one of the most popular and successful movie series in recent history. The movies feature high-octane action sequences, incredible stunts, and a cast of memorable characters that fans have grown to love.

In this article, we will take a look at the Fast and Furious movies in order, from the first movie to the most recent release.

The High-Speed Journey: A Look at the Fast and Furious Movies in Order

1. The Fast and the Furious (2001)

The first movie in the franchise introduced us to the world of street racing and the characters who populate it.

The movie centers around an undercover cop named Brian O'Conner (played by Paul Walker) who infiltrates a gang of street racers led by Dominic Toretto (played by Vin Diesel). The movie was a box office success and launched a franchise that would go on to span multiple sequels.

2. 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)

The second movie in the franchise sees Brian O'Conner teaming up with another undercover cop, Roman Pearce (played by Tyrese Gibson), to take down a drug lord in Miami.

The movie was directed by John Singleton and introduced new characters such as Tej Parker (played by Ludacris).

3. The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006)

The third movie in the franchise takes place in Tokyo and follows a new character named Sean Boswell (played by Lucas Black) as he gets involved in the world of drift racing.

The movie features a cameo by Vin Diesel at the end, setting up the events of later movies.

4. Fast & Furious (2009)

The fourth movie in the franchise sees the return of Vin Diesel as Dominic Toretto, who teams up with Brian O'Conner to take down a drug cartel.

The movie also features the return of several characters from the first movie, including Letty Ortiz (played by Michelle Rodriguez).

5. Fast Five (2011)

The fifth movie in the franchise takes the action to Brazil, where Dominic Toretto and his crew plan a heist to steal money from a drug lord.

The movie introduces Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson to the franchise as a federal agent who is hot on the crew's trail.

6. Fast & Furious 6 (2013)

The sixth movie in the franchise sees Dominic Toretto and his crew teaming up with federal agent Luke Hobbs (played by Dwayne Johnson) to take down a group of mercenaries led by Owen Shaw (played by Luke Evans).

The movie also features the return of Letty Ortiz, who was believed to be dead.

7. Furious 7 (2015)

The seventh movie in the franchise sees Dominic Toretto and his crew being targeted by a rogue special forces agent named Deckard Shaw (played by Jason Statham), who seeks revenge for his brother's defeat in the previous movie.

The movie was notable for its emotional tribute to Paul Walker, who died in a car crash before the movie was completed.

8. The Fate of the Furious (2017)

The eighth movie in the franchise sees Dominic Toretto turning against his crew and teaming up with cyberterrorist Cipher (played by Charlize Theron).

The movie introduces new characters such as Eric Reisner (played by Scott Eastwood) and features incredible action sequences, including a chase scene involving a submarine.

9. F9 (2021)

The most recent movie in the franchise sees Dominic Toretto and his crew facing off against Dominic's estranged brother, Jakob (played by John Cena), who seeks to use a powerful weapon to destroy the world. 

The movie also features flashbacks to the early days of the franchise and introduces new characters such as Elle (played by Anna Sawai).

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In conclusion, the Fast and Furious franchise has evolved from a movie about street racing to a full-blown action franchise with a loyal fan base.

The series has produced some of the most iconic characters in modern cinema, including Dominic Toretto and Brian O'Conner, and has spawned numerous spin-offs and merchandise. With the release of F9, the franchise shows no signs of slowing down, and fans can't wait to see what's next for their favorite characters. 

Whether you're a fan of high-octane action or simply enjoy watching fast cars, the Fast and Furious franchise has something for everyone.