How to Watch the ‘Fast and Furious’ Movies in Order
Unlike the races, the Fast and Furious series does not run in a straight line. This article will guide you on how to watch the Fast and Furious films in both their release and chronological order, covering everything from the original trilogy that started in 2001 to the latest installments.
How to Watch the ‘Fast and Furious’ Movies in Order of Release
Follow the high-octane adventures of the Fast and Furious team in the order the movies were released in theaters. This is the most straightforward way to experience the evolution of the series.
| Movie | Release Date | Where to Watch |
|---|---|---|
| The Fast and the Furious | 2001 | Peacock |
| The Turbo Charged Prelude to 2 Fast 2 Furious | 2003 | YouTube |
| 2 Fast 2 Furious | 2003 | Peacock |
| The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift | 2006 | Peacock |
| Los Bandoleros | 2009 | Vimeo |
| Fast & Furious | 2009 | Peacock |
| Fast Five | 2011 | Peacock |
| Fast & Furious 6 | 2013 | Peacock |
| Furious 7 | 2015 | Max |
| The Fate of the Furious | 2017 | Rent or buy |
| Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw | 2019 | Rent or buy |
| F9: The Fast Saga | 2021 | Freevee |
| Fast X | 2023 | Amazon |
Dominic Toretto may live his life a quarter mile at a time, but you’ll need some serious planning to marathon the entire series. With a total runtime of 23 hours and 25 minutes, it’s best to split your viewing into a few sessions.
How to Watch the ‘Fast and Furious’ Films in Chronological Order
For binge-watchers who prefer to experience the Fast and Furious saga in chronological order, follow this guide. This order includes two official short films, two spinoffs, and another little-known origin story that aligns the narrative correctly.
| Movie | Timing | Where to Watch |
|---|---|---|
| The Fast and the Furious | Retconned to 2004 | Peacock |
| The Turbo Charged Prelude to 2 Fast 2 Furious | 2004, post-First film | YouTube |
| 2 Fast 2 Furious | Within five years | Peacock |
| Los Bandoleros | 2009, pre-Fast & Furious | Vimeo |
| Fast & Furious | 2009 | Peacock |
| Fast Five | 2011 | Peacock |
| Fast & Furious 6 | 2013 | Peacock |
| The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift | 2014 | Peacock |
| Furious 7 | 2014, post-Tokyo Drift | Max |
| The Fate of the Furious | 2017 | Rent or buy |
| Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw | Between 2017-2019 | Rent or buy |
| F9: The Fast Saga | 2019 | Freevee |
| Fast X | 2021, 10 years after Fast Five | Amazon |
Is ‘Better Luck Tomorrow’ Connected to ‘The Fast and the Furious’?
Justin Lin directed “Better Luck Tomorrow” (2002) before he took the helm for “Tokyo Drift” and other movies in the lineup. This film can be interesting to watch as it features Han Lue (Sung Kang) and serves as an unofficial origin story for the character. Though not officially part of the Fast & Furious franchise, many fans and Lin consider it part of Han’s backstory.
To include it in your chronological viewing, place it directly after the first “The Fast and the Furious.”
- Watch ‘Better Luck Tomorrow’ on Pluto
Is the ‘Fast and Furious’ Series Ending?
The follow-up to “Fast X,” which is currently in development for a 2026 release, is expected to conclude the mainline series. However, multiple spinoffs are also in the works. While a sequel to “Hobbs & Shaw” has been canceled, an alternate project titled “Hobbs & Reyes” will feature Dwayne Johnson and Jason Momoa, bridging “Fast X” and its sequel.
Additionally, Zach Dean, the screenwriter for “Fast X,” is developing a standalone film within the Fast universe. A female-led spinoff is also in the pipeline, with writers Lindsey Anderson Beer, Nicole Perlman, and Geneva Robertson-Dworet involved.
Enjoy the ride through the Fast and Furious saga, whether you watch it by release date or chronologically!
