Seven years after it tore up the box office, the high-octane spin-off that nobody saw coming has finally found a new home. Hobbs & Shaw, the 2019 Fast & the Furious offshoot that paired Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham, is now streaming on Hulu, giving subscribers a chance to revisit one of the most delightfully bonkers action spectacles of the decade.
Directed by David Leitch, the man behind Bullet Train and Atomic Blonde, the film swaps Vin Diesel's street-racing family for an unlikely buddy duo. Johnson's Luke Hobbs, a no-nonsense DSS agent, and Statham's Deckard Shaw, a former special forces operative with a cheeky streak, are forced to team up when Shaw's sister—MI6 agent Hattie—becomes the target of a cyber-enhanced terrorist. The result is a globe-trotting, explosion-filled romp that leans harder into sci-fi than its predecessors, with a deadly programmable virus threatening to wipe out humanity if it falls into the wrong hands.
A Star-Studded Cast and a Sci-Fi Twist
The film boasts an impressive ensemble, with Idris Elba delivering a menacing turn as the augmented villain Brixton Lore, Vanessa Kirby bringing fierce energy as Hattie, and Eiza González, Cliff Curtis, Helen Mirren, and Eddie Marsan rounding out the cast. The chemistry between Johnson and Statham is the real draw, their constant bickering providing both laughs and adrenaline-pumping action sequences.
While Hobbs & Shaw may have been a departure from the street-racing roots of the franchise, it proved that the Fast universe could expand in wild new directions. The film grossed over $760 million worldwide, cementing its status as a major hit and spawning talk of sequels that have yet to materialize.
Leitch and Statham Reunite for a Meta Adventure
Fans of the duo will be pleased to know that Leitch and Statham are teaming up again for the intriguingly titled Jason Statham Stole My Bike. In a recent interview with Collider, Leitch revealed that Statham will play a heightened version of himself, in the vein of Being John Malkovich or The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent. The director promised a comedic, heartfelt story that's different from other meta movies, saying, "We're just really trying to capture something comedic and fun."
As you dive into Hobbs & Shaw on Hulu, you might also want to check out Hulu's underrated action series that blends SWAT and SEAL Team for another dose of adrenaline. And if you're in the mood for more high-octane thrills, our list of the most fun R-rated action movies is a great place to start.
With its mix of explosive set pieces, witty banter, and a surprisingly heartfelt core, Hobbs & Shaw remains a standout in the action genre. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer, now is the perfect time to stream it on Hulu.
