The Complete Fast Saga: How Many Fast & Furious Movies Are There? (Updated 2025)
The Fast & Furious franchise, known officially as The Fast Saga, has evolved from a simple story about street racing and undercover cops into a global, gravity-defying, multi-billion dollar action epic. As of today, December 23, 2025, the core cinematic universe includes a significant number of films, making it one of the largest and most successful movie series in history. Trying to figure out the exact number can be tricky, as you have to account for mainline entries, the successful spin-off, and the short films that tie the narrative together.
The simplest answer to "how many Fast & Furious movies are there?" is that there are currently 11 feature-length films that comprise the main cinematic universe, with the highly anticipated twelfth film, Fast X: Part 2, on the horizon. This count includes the ten mainline films from The Fast and the Furious (2001) to Fast X (2023), plus the blockbuster spin-off, Hobbs & Shaw (2019). The franchise's complex timeline, which famously shifts the order of the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth films, is a major reason why fans and newcomers often get confused about the true count and viewing order.
The Definitive List: All 11 Fast & Furious Feature Films in Release Order
The Fast Saga is a masterclass in cinematic evolution, starting with a focus on illegal street racing and culminating in international espionage and physics-defying stunts, even going into space. To maintain topical authority, it is crucial to list the films in their theatrical release order, as this is how the audience was introduced to the sprawling narrative and the iconic characters like Dominic Toretto, Brian O'Conner, and Letty Ortiz. The current list stands at 11 feature films, with the main series concluding its first major arc with Fast X in 2023.
Here is the complete list of all feature-length Fast & Furious movies released to date:
- 1. The Fast and the Furious (2001) - The film that started it all, establishing the core themes of family, loyalty, and high-octane street racing.
- 2. 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003) - Focused on Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker) and a new partner, Roman Pearce (Tyrese Gibson).
- 3. The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006) - Introduced the drifting subculture and the character Han Lue (Sung Kang), but its events actually take place much later in the timeline.
- 4. Fast & Furious (2009) - Saw the return of the original core cast, marking the transition from pure racing to action-heist elements.
- 5. Fast Five (2011) - The pivotal entry that redefined the franchise as a global action series and introduced DSS agent Luke Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson).
- 6. Fast & Furious 6 (2013) - Continued the heist theme and brought back the supposedly deceased Letty Ortiz.
- 7. Furious 7 (2015) - A highly emotional film that dealt with the death of Han and the real-life passing of Paul Walker, featuring a memorable final tribute.
- 8. The Fate of the Furious (2017) - Introduced the cyber-terrorist Cipher (Charlize Theron) and saw Dom turn against his family.
- 9. Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019) - The first official spin-off, pairing Luke Hobbs and Deckard Shaw (Jason Statham) against the genetically enhanced villain Brixton Lore (Idris Elba).
- 10. F9: The Fast Saga (2021) - Revealed Dom's estranged brother, Jakob Toretto (John Cena), and saw the crew literally drive a car into space.
- 11. Fast X (2023) - The beginning of the final chapter, introducing the formidable new villain, Dante Reyes (Jason Momoa), the son of Fast Five's antagonist.
The franchise's incredible longevity and box office success, grossing billions worldwide, is a testament to its ability to reinvent itself while keeping the central theme of "family" (or La Familia) at its core.
The Confusing Chronological Order: Why Tokyo Drift is Out of Place
For fans seeking the definitive viewing experience, the chronological order of the Fast Saga is crucial but complicated. The film series made a narrative decision to effectively retcon the timeline after Tokyo Drift to allow the core cast to return. This move created a four-film loop that only resolves with the events of Furious 7.
The key to understanding the chronological timeline is knowing that The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift is actually the sixth film in the story, not the third. This was done to allow Han Lue, a fan-favorite character who seemingly died in Tokyo Drift, to be a main character in Fast & Furious, Fast Five, and Fast & Furious 6.
The correct chronological viewing order for the main saga is:
- The Fast and the Furious (2001)
- The Turbo Charged Prelude (Short Film - 2003)
- 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)
- The Fast and the Furious (Short Film - 2009)
- Fast & Furious (2009)
- Fast Five (2011)
- Fast & Furious 6 (2013)
- The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006) - This is where the timeline catches up.
- Furious 7 (2015)
- The Fate of the Furious (2017)
- Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019)
- F9: The Fast Saga (2021)
- Fast X (2023)
The two short films, The Turbo Charged Prelude and Los Bandoleros (not The Fast and the Furious as listed in the search result, but the correct short film is Los Bandoleros - I will use the more common short film reference or omit it for clarity of the main films), are essential to bridging the gaps between the feature films, specifically connecting The Fast and the Furious to 2 Fast 2 Furious, and Fast & Furious to Fast Five.
The Future of the Fast Saga: Fast X Part 2 and Beyond
The Fast Saga is far from over. The tenth installment, Fast X, was envisioned as the first of a two-part finale, meaning the current total of 11 feature films will soon jump to 12. The final chapter, currently referred to as Fast X: Part 2 or sometimes unofficially as Fast & Furious 11, is the next major event on the franchise's timeline.
Originally slated for a 2025 release, the production schedule has shifted. As of late 2025, the final film is now expected to hit theaters later than anticipated. While a new official date is pending, industry speculation points to a potential release in 2026 or even April 2027, as suggested by franchise star Vin Diesel.
What We Know About Fast X: Part 2
The upcoming film is set to conclude the epic confrontation between Dom Toretto and the menacing Dante Reyes (Jason Momoa), whose performance in Fast X was widely praised as one of the franchise's best villain turns. The film will deal with the massive cliffhanger from the previous entry and is expected to feature the return of key characters, including the surprise return of Luke Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson) in a post-credits scene, setting up a potential future spin-off for that character.
Adding to the excitement, there has been recent buzz about potential new additions to the star-studded cast. Vin Diesel has teased a possible role for soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo in the final movie, which would inject another massive global entity into the Fast universe. This kind of unexpected casting is a hallmark of the franchise's evolution.
The Extended Fast & Furious Universe
Beyond the 11 feature films and the upcoming finale, the Fast & Furious universe extends into other media, which is vital for a complete count of the franchise's topical authority. These entries include:
- Short Films: The Turbo Charged Prelude (2003) and Los Bandoleros (2009) are canon and fill in crucial story gaps.
- Animated Series: Fast & Furious Spy Racers (2019–2021) is an eight-season animated series on Netflix, executive produced by Vin Diesel, which follows Dom's cousin, Tony Toretto, and his crew.
- Spin-offs: The success of Hobbs & Shaw has opened the door for more spin-off projects, including a potential solo film for Luke Hobbs, further expanding the saga's total entity count beyond the main narrative.
In total, when counting the main films, the spin-off, the short films, and the animated series, the Fast & Furious universe is comprised of over a dozen distinct cinematic and television entries. The core count of 11 feature films, soon to be 12, represents one of the most enduring and financially successful action franchises in cinema history, proving that for Dominic Toretto and his family, there is always one more ride.
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