Vin Diesel announced that Fast and Furious 11 is planned for April 2027. Speaking at Fuel Fest in California, he set three conditions for the film, including a return to Los Angeles, car culture, and Brian O’Conner. The film may digitally recreate Paul Walker’s character for the last installment.
Vin Diesel has shared key details about the upcoming and final Fast and Furious 11 movie. Speaking at a car event in California, he confirmed that the eleventh installment of the long-running series is aiming for a 2027 release. He also outlined specific terms he set for its production.
Release Date
Vin Diesel attended Fuel Fest, a car-focused event in Pomona, California, on Saturday night. He appeared alongside co-stars Tyrese Gibson and Cody Walker. While speaking to fans, Diesel confirmed that Fast and Furious 11 is expected to release in April 2027. He said the studio had approached him with the idea, and he agreed under certain conditions.
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Vin Diesel’s Three Conditions
Diesel revealed the three main conditions he placed before agreeing to the timeline. First, he said the movie must return to Los Angeles, the location where the franchise began. Second, he wanted the film to focus again on street racing and car culture. Lastly, Diesel said the story must include the return of Brian O’Conner, the character originally played by Paul Walker.
Return of Brian O’Conner
Paul Walker, who played Brian O’Conner, died in a car accident in 2013 at the age of 40. Diesel did not clarify how the character would return. If Brian O’Conner appears in the film, the production will likely use digital effects or body doubles to include him. Paul Walker’s brothers, including Cody Walker, have previously helped create scenes using similar techniques.
Performance of Last Installment
The most recent film in the series, Fast X, released in May 2023. It earned over $700 million worldwide. The film had a production cost of around $340 million. The cast included Vin Diesel, Jason Momoa, Michelle Rodriguez, Alan Ritchson, Brie Larson and Rita Moreno. It was promoted as the first half of a two-part story.
Confirmed Cast Members
Despite being promoted as part one of a two-part saga, it remains unclear if “Fast and Furious 11” will directly follow the events of “Fast X.” The gap between the two releases will be four years. No plot details or returning cast members besides Diesel have been officially confirmed so far.
Fan Response
Fans at the event responded with interest to the announcement. Diesel’s mention of returning to street racing and Los Angeles was well received. The possibility of seeing Brian O’Conner again also drew reactions, though some uncertainty remains. The franchise has maintained strong fan interest over the years, and the final film is expected to attract global attention.