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Fast X

Fast X is a 2023 American action film directed by Louis Leterrier and released by Universal Pictures.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Fast X is a 2023 American action film directed by Louis Leterrier and released by Universal Pictures. It is the tenth main instalment in the Fast & Furious franchise and a sequel to F9 (2021). The film stars Vin Diesel as Dominic Toretto, with Jason Momoa as the vengeful Dante Reyes.

Plot

The story centres on Dominic Toretto and his team facing Dante Reyes, who seeks revenge for his father’s death and the loss of his family’s fortune. The conflict draws in the broader Fast & Furious ensemble as the franchise moves toward a multi-part conclusion.

Production

Fast X was directed by Louis Leterrier from a screenplay by Dan Mazeau and Justin Lin, with story contributions from Zach Dean. The film was produced by Neal H. Moritz, Vin Diesel, Justin Lin, Jeff Kirschenbaum, and Samantha Vincent. Universal Pictures handled production and distribution.

Release

The film premiered in Rome on May 12, 2023, and was released in the United States on May 19, 2023. It was released theatrically in English and given a PG-13 rating in the United States. Fast X was also released theatrically in Canada as part of the global rollout for Universal Pictures’ Fast & Furious franchise.

Reception

The film was met with mixed reviews. Critics generally praised the action sequences and Jason Momoa’s performance, while criticism focused on the screenplay and story structure. Fast X grossed about $714 million worldwide.

Key facts

  • Tenth main instalment in the Fast & Furious franchise.
  • Directed by Louis Leterrier.
  • Stars Vin Diesel as Dominic Toretto and Jason Momoa as Dante Reyes.
  • Released in theatres on May 19, 2023.
  • Grossed about $714 million worldwide with mixed reviews.
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Canadian context

Fast X was released theatrically in Canada as part of the global rollout for Universal Pictures’ Fast & Furious franchise.

Frequently asked questions

What is Fast X?
Fast X is a 2023 American action film and the tenth main film in the Fast & Furious series.
Who directed Fast X?
It was directed by Louis Leterrier.
Who are the main stars of Fast X?
The cast includes Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Ludacris, John Cena, Jason Momoa, Charlize Theron and others.
What is Fast X about?
Dom Toretto and his family are targeted by Dante Reyes, who wants revenge for his father’s death and the loss of his fortune.
When was Fast X released?
It premiered on May 12, 2023, in Rome and opened in U.S. theatres on May 19, 2023.
Was Fast X successful at the box office?
Yes. It grossed about $714 million worldwide, though reports describe it as falling short of break-even.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fast_X
    Supports: Director, writers, franchise placement, cast, plot, premiere date, U.S. release date, worldwide box office, critical reception
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/fast_x
    Supports: Director, rating, genre, theatrical release date, runtime, box office, streaming date
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5433140/plotsummary/
    Supports: Plot summary involving Dom Toretto and the Rome chip mission
  4. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/fast-x/umc.cmc.2lj6d47e7094s6ss83j0uppdm
    Supports: Plot premise, director, runtime