The Fast & Furious franchise is expanding to television as Peacock greenlights a new scripted series slated to premiere in 2028, coinciding with the theatrical release of the film Fast Forever. Variety reported that franchise star Vin Diesel will serve as executive producer alongside Sam Vincent, Neal H. Moritz, Pavun Shetty, Chris Morgan, and Jeff Kirschenbaum, while Mike Daniels and Wolfe Coleman lead the project as co-showrunners, writers of the pilot, and executive producers.
Peacock Greenlights Scripted Series for 2028 Premiere
Peacock has officially greenlit the scripted television series, locking in a 2028 debut that lines up directly with the franchise’s upcoming eleventh film, Fast Forever. Vin Diesel first announced that the project was in development during NBCUniversal’s Upfront event in New York, stating that fan desire to expand legacy characters and stories drove the move into television. Daniels and Coleman are handling writing and running duties for the show, which stands as one of four series planned within the wider Fast & Furious universe under creators including Nick Wooton, Charmaine DeGraté, Joe Henderson, and Ingrid Escajeda.
Vin Diesel Details Universal Pictures Negotiations
Vin Diesel credited Donna Langley taking charge of NBCUniversal’s television operations last year as the turning point that convinced him the franchise’s international appeal and character integrity would remain protected on the small screen. IGN Africa reported that the actor spoke further about the final film at Fuel Fest, detailing how he negotiated with Universal Pictures to bring the finale back to Los Angeles, return the narrative to street racing and car culture, and reunite the characters of Dom and Brian O’Conner. While the actor mentioned bringing back the late Paul Walker’s character, Walker’s brother previously raised the possibility of using artificial intelligence for the role rather than portraying his sibling directly.
Box Office Legacy and Future Production Plans
The Fast & Furious franchise has grossed more than $7 billion at the global box office across 11 films, cementing its status as one of Universal’s most lucrative properties. Fast Forever is directed by Louis Leterrier and follows the 2023 release Fast X. The upcoming television slate represents a major structural shift for the intellectual property as it moves beyond traditional cinematic releases into episodic storytelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is showrunning the new Fast & Furious TV series?
Mike Daniels and Wolfe Coleman serve as co-showrunners, pilot writers, and executive producers for the Peacock series.
When will Fast Forever release in theaters?
Universal Pictures has scheduled the theatrical release of Fast Forever for March 17, 2028.
How many total TV projects are planned for the franchise?
The television expansion encompasses four different series planned for the Fast & Furious universe, managed by various creative teams.
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