We examine the chronological and release order of Universal Pictures’ well-known driving and action saga in honor of the premiere of Fast X.
As the upcoming release of Fast X approaches, it’s a good opportunity to reflect on the chronological and release order of the various films within the Fast & Furious saga. Like many long-standing franchises with numerous sequels, keeping track of the installments spanning years or even decades can sometimes feel overwhelming. However, the Fast & Furious universe is relatively straightforward in comparison. In this case, the saga features nine main films starring prominent actors such as Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez, and Jordana Brewster. As the series progressed, it also welcomed additional celebrities like Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham, Jason Momoa, and more. Let’s explore the recommended order to watch these nine films, both in terms of their chronological events and their release dates.
In what order to watch the Fast & Furious saga?
In the case of Fast & Furious, following the release order of the different films provides a natural and organic progression to experience the unfolding action and character development. This approach also allows you to witness the franchise’s transformation from its origins in street racing to the realm of extraordinary and breathtaking vehicular stunts.
Moreover, the introduction of charismatic actors like Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham, starting with the fifth installment, marks a significant turning point for the series. Their inclusion contributes to the franchise’s embrace of blockbuster-level visual spectacle, amplifying the excitement with their dynamic performances. This shift is particularly evident in their on-screen camaraderie, which has yielded remarkable results in subsequent movies. Their chemistry eventually led to the creation of the spin-off franchise, Hobbs & Shaw, a testament to the enduring appeal and potential of the Fast & Furious universe.
Fast & Furious Saga Release Order
- The Fast and the Furious (2001)
- 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)
- The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006)
- Fast & Furious (2009)
- Fast Five (2011)
- Fast & Furious 6 (2013)
- Furious 7 (2015)
- The Fate of the Furious (2017)
- Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019)
- F9 (2021)
- Fast X (2023)
Another way to look at the Fast & Furious saga is in chronological order, although it can be a bit confusing because of the third part, Tokyo Race. An attempt to create its own universe that took place years after the main action and added Vin Diesel’s cameo at the end. It wasn’t until the sixth numbered installment that the definitive chronology was made clear; although seeing technology from ten years ago in terms of cell phones, screens and more between the third and sixth installments might not be the most natural thing to do. Anyway, here is the chronological order of the Fast & Furious series.
Fast & Furious saga Chronological order
Another way to watch Fast & Furious saga movies is using a cronological order.
- The Fast and the Furious (2001)
- 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)
- Fast & Furious (2009)
- Fast Five (2011)
- Fast & Furious 6 (2013)
- The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006)
- Furious 7 (2015)
- The Fate of the Furious (2017)
- Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019)
- F9 (2021)
- Fast X (2023)
Special mention for several spin-off products from the main Fast & Furious saga, such as the 2003 short film Turbo-Charged Prelude and the 2009 short film The Bandoleros, as well as the Netflix animated series Fast & Furious Spy Racers (2019-2020).
