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Metro
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Huge movie franchise drops on Netflix starring beloved late actor
Netflix has quietly dropped seven huge films from one of the biggest movie franchises of all time – and they all star a beloved late actor. The Fast and Furious franchise, which first started 24 years ago, has produced a whopping 10 films in its main story and one spin-off movie, Hobbs & Shaw. Starring – among many others – Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez, and Jason Statham, the Fast and Furious franchise has grossed over $7billion (£5.2bn) at the global box office. And on Saturday, Netflix sneakily dropped seven films from the franchise, which all star late actor Paul Walker, as well as spin-off movie Hobbs & Shaw. That means Netflix viewers in the UK can now watch The Fast and the Furious, 2 Fast 2 Furious, Fast & Furious: Tokyo Drift, Fast Five, Fast & Furious 6, Fast & Furious 7, and Hobbs & Shaw. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. However, rather curiously, despite the recent Netflix drop, Fast & Furious – the fourth film in the series – is still not available to watch on Netflix in the UK. Walker – who played Brian O'Connor in the Fast and Furious series – was the passenger in a Porsche GT travelling at 90mph when it spun out of control, killing both Walker and his driver friend Roger Rodas. At just 40 years old, Walker's death saddened millions of movie fans across the world, and 2015 film Fast & Furious 7 was dedicated to his memory. After starring in the 90s teen comedy She's All That, Walker joined the Fast and Furious series for its very first film – 2001's The Fast and the Furious. He then appeared in sequel films 2 Fast 2 Furious and Fast & Furious after skipping the third film Tokyo Drift, which featured almost none of the original cast and was an informal prequel film to the main series. After apparently being reluctant to reprise his role for the fourth film, Walker was fully on board for films five and six, which saw the Fast and Furious achieve its best-ever box office finishes. Walker hadn't finished filming for Fast & Furious 7 by the time of his death, resulting in his brothers Caleb and Cody standing in for him while producers used CGI to add the final touches. In an emotional farewell scene – constructed after Walker's death – his character Brian drives off into the sunset while Vin Diesel's character Dom Toretto rides alongside him. The tearjerker moment helped Fast & Furious 7 become the best-reviewed film of the entire franchise at the time, and the song playing in the scene – See You Again by Wiz Khalifa – reached number one in the UK and US charts. More Trending While the Fast and Furious main series has carried on since then, reaching 10th film, Fast X, in 2023, some fans consider Fast & Furious 7 to be the end of an era for the franchise. To date, the 82% score on Rotten Tomatoes for Fast & Furious 7 still makes it the most highly rated and critically acclaimed film in the whole series. While it wasn't made available on Netflix this time around, the fourth film Fast & Furious – which stars Walker as Brian in his third appearance in the series – is available on Amazon Video. View More » Watch seven Fast and Furious films on Netflix. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Hidden gem streaming service offers British thrillers for half Netflix's price MORE: Period drama branded 'fantastic' available to stream on Netflix MORE: Amanda Holden suffers blow as controversial Netflix show axed despite storming global charts
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ludacris says next 'Fast and Furious' film will be a "big one" for the franchise's 25th year
The Fast and Furious series may be racing toward a big finish. Actor-rapper Ludacris , during a recent event in Los Angeles, spoke to PEOPLE about his upcoming projects, including what could be his final ride in the long-running action series. Ludacris, whose real name is Christopher Bridges, confirmed he's working on one more Fast and Furious movie, which is expected to mark the franchise's 25th anniversary in 2026. The first Fast and Furious film was released in June 2001. "One more Fast and Furious because it's the 25-year anniversary," the 47-year-old star said. "So those are the two big things right now... But that whole 25-year anniversary is definitely a big deal," he added. Ludacris joined the series in 2 Fast 2 Furious in 2003, where he played Tej Parker. He most recently appeared in Fast X, which came out in 2023 and made over \$700 million worldwide, according to PEOPLE. Earlier in 2024, the actor spoke to PEOPLE about the future of the franchise, saying, "A lot of other franchises, they may end, but they don't really end... It's almost like the beginning of something new, so I don't feel like it'll ever truly end either, but you never know." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo In the same interview in 2024, the rapper hinted at the fact that Fast X might not be the last movie. "The last one was open-ended, so to speak. It kind of left people hanging," he told PEOPLE. "I feel like we are definitely going to come back at some point very soon to surprise everyone. Will it be the last? I don't know, but we shall see." The franchise, known for its action-packed car chases and focus on family, also stars Vin Diesel , Michelle Rodriguez , Jordana Brewster, Tyrese Gibson, and Dwayne Johnson. The late Paul Walker was also a key part of the series. Vin Diesel has previously said the next film, Fast X: Part 2, will be the final chapter. He called it a "celebration of the incredible family we've built together." "This grand finale is not just an ending; it's a celebration of the incredible family we've built together," he wrote on Instagram at the time. An official release date for Fast X: Part 2 has not been announced.
Mint
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Ludacris says next Fast and Furious film will be a 'big one' for the franchises 25th year
Los Angeles [US], June 29 (ANI): The Fast and Furious series may be racing toward a big finish. Actor-rapper Ludacris, during a recent event in Los Angeles, spoke to PEOPLE about his upcoming projects, including what could be his final ride in the long-running action series. Ludacris, whose real name is Christopher Bridges, confirmed he's working on one more Fast and Furious movie, which is expected to mark the franchise's 25th anniversary in 2026. The first Fast and Furious film was released in June 2001. "One more Fast and Furious because it's the 25-year anniversary," the 47-year-old star said. "So those are the two big things right now... But that whole 25-year anniversary is definitely a big deal," he added. Ludacris joined the series in 2 Fast 2 Furious in 2003, where he played Tej Parker. He most recently appeared in Fast X, which came out in 2023 and made over \$700 million worldwide, according to PEOPLE. Earlier in 2024, the actor spoke to PEOPLE about the future of the franchise, saying, "A lot of other franchises, they may end, but they don't really end... It's almost like the beginning of something new, so I don't feel like it'll ever truly end either, but you never know." In the same interview in 2024, the rapper hinted at the fact that Fast X might not be the last movie. "The last one was open-ended, so to speak. It kind of left people hanging," he told PEOPLE. "I feel like we are definitely going to come back at some point very soon to surprise everyone. Will it be the last? I don't know, but we shall see." The franchise, known for its action-packed car chases and focus on family, also stars Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, Tyrese Gibson, and Dwayne Johnson. The late Paul Walker was also a key part of the series. Vin Diesel has previously said the next film, Fast X: Part 2, will be the final chapter. He called it a "celebration of the incredible family we've built together." "This grand finale is not just an ending; it's a celebration of the incredible family we've built together," he wrote on Instagram at the time. An official release date for Fast X: Part 2 has not been announced. (ANI)
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
GTA 6 or Fast & Furious? Fans say Jason resembles Paul Walker in the action-packed trailer
Rockstar Games' second GTA 6 trailer has got the fans buzzing, not just about the high-octane action. The fans are fixated on Jason , the protagonist, whose action-hero swagger and rugged charm are drawing some uncanny comparisons to the Late Fast & Furious star . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now While the Rockstar Games have chosen to stay silent, social media is flooded with theories, reels, comments, and even debates, with many calling it to be an intentional homage. Fans react to Jason's look, calling him Brian O'Conner, aka Paul Walker Fans call Jason's Brian O'Conner aka Paul Walker From the slicked-back hair to his rugged charm, the moment Jason made an appearance on the screen, fans started linking him with the iconic Fast & Furious character, Paul Walker. Most of them are already convinced that Rockstar Games draws inspiration from Walker's character. The social media has erupted with side-by-side edits of Jason's trailer moments and the memorable scenes of Brian O'Conner from 2 Fast 2 Furious. A user took on X to share, 'He look so much like Brian (Paul walker) I'm changing his name from Jason to Brian.' While another user added, "Anyone else getting the feeling that Jason might actually be a cop? We know he's ex-army, but I don't know what it is about him, he's giving Paul Walker f&f1 vibes,' comparing Jason to the Walker's role in first Fast & Furious movie. A user even said that while the delay in release sucks, he's stuck with the idea of Jason being inspired by 2 Fast 2 Furious. The comment read, "Gta delay sucks but this trailer further reinforces my head canon that Jason is paul walkers character from 2 fast 2 furious.' Connecting to it, a fan even called him to be young Paul Walker, saying, 'Ironic because the male reminds me of a cop and I'm not really sure why, maybe it's because he kinda looks like a young Paul Walker.' Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Another user commented that he believed Jason to be Walker after it was pointed out, but he doesn't have blonde hair or blue eyes. However, he did show some convincing that the character takes up some inspiration from Fast and Furious. His comment read, 'Someone pointed out how similar he looks to Paul walker and now I'm convinced that part of the inspo for this game was 2 fast 2 furious. And before anyone says dumb shit, I know he's not blonde with blue eyes, it's something else about him.' Some fans are not even sure who they should compare Jason to— Paul Walker, Ben Affleck, or Logan Paul? If this is not a perfection to fuel the needed action amidst the fans and their running wild theories, no idea what would be. Fans are not sure whether to compare Jason to Paul Walker, Ben Affleck, or Logan Paul?(Image via YouTube/Blauski) The comparisons didn't just stop at the appearance. The high-speed chases shown in the trailer, apart from the heists and the Fast Five-styled vault-dragging sequence, all have together convinced that Rockstar Games is tipping the hat to the franchise. GTA 6 is a perfect crime-heist fans' heaven Official Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer 2 just launched. The details and story are amazing! Or better to say, GTA is Fast & Furious: Vice City Edition, as beyond the looks of Jason, the action sequence from the GTA 6 trailer feels like it's ripped right out of the Fast & Furious movie. The standout moment even featured the truck hauling the massive crate through streets— a clear nod to the infamous bank vault scene of Fast Five. Even Jason's military background and tactical precision traits are reminiscent of Walker's undercover cop persona. GTA 6 Trailer 2 Reaction, Facts, and Theories | GTFM The fans are speculating if Rockstar Games have intentionally leaned into a Fast aesthetic, trying to blend some over-the-top vehicle mayhem with the signature crime drama of GTA. If so, GTA VI can definitely deliver one of the most cinematic heist gameplay of the series yet. With almost over a year until the game's release, the hype for the game will continue to build. Whether it is intentional or not, the resemblance between Jason and Paul Walker has already cemented him as the fan favorite.
Arabian Post
28-04-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
Denmark's Nuclear Power Fund Eyes €350 Million Amid Energy Transition
Denmark is launching a new nuclear power fund aiming to raise €350 million to support the development of small modular reactors and advanced nuclear technologies. This initiative comes as the country seeks to diversify its energy mix and meet growing electricity demands driven by the expansion of data centres and the electrification of heavy industries. The fund is backed by a coalition of Danish pension funds, private investors, and energy firms, marking a significant shift in Denmark's energy strategy. Traditionally, Denmark has been a leader in renewable energy, particularly wind power, and has maintained a policy of not pursuing nuclear energy. However, the increasing energy needs of data centres and industrial sectors have prompted a reevaluation of this stance. Data centres, which require vast amounts of electricity to power and cool their operations, are a significant factor in the rising demand. The global surge in artificial intelligence applications has further intensified this need, as AI models necessitate substantial computational power. In Denmark, major tech companies are planning to build large-scale data centres, with some projects aiming to consume up to 960 megawatts of electricity. This escalation in energy consumption is challenging the capacity of existing renewable sources to meet demand consistently. The proposed nuclear fund aims to address this challenge by investing in SMRs, which are smaller, more flexible nuclear reactors designed to provide reliable, low-carbon electricity. SMRs are seen as a potential solution to the intermittency issues associated with renewable energy sources like wind and solar, offering a stable power supply to complement these variable sources. Supporters of the fund argue that nuclear energy can play a crucial role in Denmark's transition to a low-carbon economy. They point to the need for a diverse energy portfolio that includes both renewable and nuclear sources to ensure energy security and meet emission reduction targets. The fund's proponents also highlight the potential for Denmark to become a leader in nuclear innovation, leveraging its strong industrial base and expertise in energy technologies. See also Lego Unveils Pink Honda S2000 from 2 Fast 2 Furious However, the initiative has faced criticism from environmental groups and some political factions. Opponents contend that the focus should remain on expanding renewable energy sources and improving energy efficiency rather than investing in nuclear power. They express concerns about the long-term management of nuclear waste and the high costs associated with nuclear infrastructure. The Danish government's role in the fund is primarily regulatory, ensuring that investments comply with national energy policies and safety standards. While the government has not provided direct funding, it has expressed openness to the development of nuclear technologies that align with Denmark's climate goals.
