"Fast and Furious: How to Watch in Chronological Order"

As one of the longest movie franchises of all time, the Fast and Furious series has undergone a remarkable evolution. Starting with relatively modest street racing films, it has grown into a pinnacle of over-the-top Hollywood action, amassing nearly $2 billion USD at the global box office. With twelve films in total, including nine mainline entries, one spinoff, and two short films, the series has woven a complex narrative that can be challenging to follow. To help you navigate this thrilling saga, we've created a comprehensive guide on how to watch the Fast and Furious movies in chronological order. For those who prefer to watch them as they were released, we've included a second list at the end of the article. Note that we're not including the animated series Fast & Furious: Spy Racers in this guide, as it's not crucial to the main storyline.

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The Fast and Furious Movies in (Chronological) Order

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How Many Fast and Furious Movies are There?

There are currently a total of 12 Fast and Furious movies, including 2 short films and an animated series. The upcoming Fast and Furious 11, also known as Fast X: Part 2, is anticipated to wrap up the main storyline. However, spinoffs and additional projects may continue to expand the universe. For more details on where to stream each film, check out our comprehensive guide.

How Long to Watch All Fast and Furious Movies

Embarking on a Fast and Furious movie marathon will consume nearly a full day of your time. If you plan to watch the entire franchise over a weekend, be prepared to spend almost 23 and a half hours immersed in high-speed action and family drama.

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Fast and Furious Movies in Chronological Order

1. The Fast and the Furious (2001)

The saga begins with the original film, 2001's The Fast and the Furious. This action-packed movie follows undercover cop Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker) as he infiltrates a crew of carjackers led by Dom Toretto (Vin Diesel). Brian becomes entangled in the world of illegal street racing, forming bonds with Dom and his sister Mia Toretto (Jordan Brewster), and ultimately choosing loyalty over his duty. The film introduces key characters like Letty Ortiz (Michelle Rodriguez), Dom's love interest.

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The Fast and The FuriousUniversal PicturesJun 22, 2001PG-13

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2. The Turbo Charged Prelude for 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)

The Turbo Charged Prelude for 2 Fast 2 Furious bridges the gap between the first and second films, showing Brian O’Conner's journey from LA to Miami. This six-minute short film features no dialogue but showcases a series of thrilling races. While not essential to the plot, it adds depth to Brian's character.

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3. 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)

2 Fast 2 Furious is unique as it's the only film in the series without Dom Toretto. It introduces new characters Roman Pearce (Tyrese Gibson) and Tej Parker (Chris “Ludacris” Bridges). The plot follows Brian and Roman as they go undercover to take down a drug lord, earning their freedom in return. Eva Mendes joins the cast as Monica Fuentes, Brian's new love interest, who briefly reappears in Fast Five.

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2 Fast 2 FuriousUniversal PicturesJun 6, 2003PG-13

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