As one of the longest-running movie franchises, the Fast and Furious series has transformed from humble street racing films to the epitome of Hollywood's high-octane action blockbusters, amassing nearly $2 billion USD at the global box office. Over the course of twelve films—comprising nine mainline entries, one spinoff, and two short films—the saga has woven a complex narrative that can be challenging to follow. With the latest installment, Fast X, now streamable 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 arranged by their release dates, should you prefer to watch them in that order. Note that we will not be covering the animated series Fast & Furious: Spy Racers, as it doesn't significantly impact 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?

Currently, there are a total of 12 Fast and Furious movies, alongside two short films and an animated series. Fast and Furious 11 (also known as Fast X: Part 2) is anticipated to wrap up the main storyline, although spinoffs and side projects might continue. For details on where to watch these films, refer to our guide on streaming options.

How Long to Watch All Fast and Furious Movies

Embarking on a Fast and Furious movie marathon will consume nearly a full day. If you're planning to binge-watch the entire series over a weekend, be prepared for a total runtime of almost 23 and a half hours.

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Fast and Furious Movies in Chronological Order

1. The Fast and the Furious (2001)

The journey begins with the original film, The Fast and the Furious (2001). This action-packed debut introduces us to Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker), an undercover cop tasked with infiltrating a crew of carjackers led by Dom Toretto (Vin Diesel). 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 marks the debut of Michelle Rodriguez as Letty Ortiz, 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)

This short film, The Turbo Charged Prelude for 2 Fast 2 Furious, follows Brian O'Conner as he escapes from Los Angeles to Miami before the events of 2 Fast 2 Furious. The six-minute silent film features several races and serves as a bridge between the first two films, though it's not essential viewing.

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3. 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)

2 Fast 2 Furious is the only mainline film without Dom Toretto. It introduces Roman Pearce (Tyrese Gibson) and Tej Parker (Chris "Ludacris" Bridges). Brian O'Connor and Roman go undercover to bring down a drug lord in exchange for clearing their criminal records. Eva Mendes plays Monica Fuentes, a new love interest for Brian who briefly reappears in Fast Five.

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2 Fast 2 FuriousUniversal PicturesJun 6, 2003PG-13

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