Vin Diesel is revving up excitement for the final chapter of the Fast & Furious saga. The franchise star took to Instagram to share a behind-the-scenes video from the set of Fast Forever, the 11th and final installment, which is currently filming in Los Angeles. In the clip, Diesel thanked fans for their patience and support, saying, "I'm on set. People are grinding. Incredible crews are working."
The Fast & Furious franchise has been a box office juggernaut for over two decades, earning nearly $7.5 billion globally across 11 films. That's an average of $680 million per movie—a remarkable feat considering the first film, 2001's The Fast and the Furious, grossed just $206 million worldwide. The series hit its peak with 2015's Furious 7, which earned over $1.5 billion, fueled in part by the tragic death of star Paul Walker during production.
Set to hit theaters in 2028, Fast Forever will mark the end of the road for the franchise's main storyline. Fan favorites like Jason Statham's Deckard Shaw and Dwayne Johnson's Luke Hobbs are expected to return, alongside Diesel's Dom Toretto. Louis Leterrier is directing, with Christina Hodson and Michael Lesslie penning the script—though the writing process hasn't been without controversy.
In his Instagram video, Diesel acknowledged the long wait for fans, saying, "You've been patient to the industry, you've been patient to the studio, and you've been patient with me. Over the past three and a half years, we've been grinding to try to make the most amazing finale." He added, "I can feel your support, and that means the world to me. So, let me get back to this filming, and just know that I hope to make you all proud."
The Fast & Furious universe isn't ending with the big screen. During an NBCUniversal upfront presentation in May, it was announced that four TV projects are in development for Peacock. While details are scarce, Mike Daniels is set to write the pilot for the first series. For now, all eyes are on the 2028 film, but fans can expect plenty more high-octane content down the road.
As the franchise gears up for its grand finale, Diesel's set video is a reminder of the passion and dedication behind the scenes. With a legacy spanning 27 years, Fast Forever promises to be a fitting tribute to the family that made it all possible.
