Fast and Furious: Chronological Viewing Guide

As one of the longest movie franchises of all time, The Fast and Furious series has transformed from its humble beginnings as a street racing saga into a global phenomenon of high-octane action, grossing nearly $2 billion USD worldwide. The franchise has now expanded to include twelve films, with nine mainline entries, one spinoff, and two short films, creating a complex narrative that can be challenging to follow. With the latest installment, Fast X, now available to stream on Amazon, we've crafted this comprehensive guide to help you watch the Fast and Furious movies in chronological order.

At the end of this article, you'll also find a list of the films ordered by their release dates, should you prefer to watch them in the sequence they were released. Note that we do not include the animated series Fast & Furious: Spy Racers in our guides, as it is not integral to the ongoing narrative of the film series.

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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 twelve Fast and Furious movies, two short films, and an animated series. The upcoming Fast and Furious 11, also known as Fast X: Part 2, is slated to wrap up the main storyline, although the universe may expand with spinoffs and side projects. Check out our guide on where to watch every Fast and Furious movie for detailed streaming options.

How Long to Watch All Fast and Furious Movies

Embarking on a Fast and Furious movie marathon will consume almost a full day of your time. If you plan to binge-watch the entire franchise over a weekend, be prepared for a viewing experience that lasts nearly 23 and a half hours.

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Fast and Furious Movies in Chronological Order

1. The Fast and the Furious (2001)

The franchise's journey begins with The Fast and the Furious, released in 2001. This film introduces us to the action-packed world of street racing and carjacking, with Paul Walker playing undercover cop Brian O'Conner, tasked with infiltrating a crew led by Vin Diesel's Dominic Toretto. As Brian delves deeper into the world of illegal street racing, he forms bonds with Dom and his sister Mia Toretto (Jordan Brewster), ultimately choosing loyalty over duty. The film also introduces Michelle Rodriguez as Letty Ortiz, Dom's love interest, a character who becomes a series staple.

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The Fast and The FuriousUniversal Pictures

Jun 22, 2001PG-13

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

This six-minute short film, The Turbo Charged Prelude for 2 Fast 2 Furious, bridges the gap between the first and second films, showing Brian O'Conner on the run from the law, making his way from LA to Miami. It features no dialogue and focuses primarily on racing scenes. While not essential, it adds context to Brian's journey.

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3. 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)

2 Fast 2 Furious marks the only mainline film without Dominic Toretto. Instead, it introduces new characters Roman Pearce (Tyrese Gibson) and Tej Parker (Chris "Ludacris" Bridges). The plot follows Brian O'Conner and Roman as they go undercover to take down a drug lord in exchange for clear records. Eva Mendes's character, Monica Fuentes, also makes an appearance, becoming a brief love interest for Brian, and she returns in Fast Five.

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2 Fast 2 FuriousUniversal Pictures

Jun 6, 2003PG-13

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