Dwayne Johnson Confirms Return for Next 'Fast and Furious' Film

Fast and Furious Franchise: Dwayne Johnson Confirms Return as Hobbs in Upcoming Film

Hollywood actor Dwayne Johnson, known for his role in the 'Fast and Furious' franchise, recently made an appearance in the end credit scene of 'Fast X', which greatly heightened fans' anticipation for the upcoming movies in the immensely popular series.

In a video shared on Thursday, the star of 'Jumanji' confirmed that he will be reprising his character Luke Hobbs in the untitled film of the 'Fast and Furious' series. Taking to Twitter, he posted the video and stated, "HOBBS IS BACK. And he just got lei'd." Luke Hobbs will be making a comeback in the Fast & Furious franchise.

The overwhelming global response to Hobbs' return in 'Fast X' has deeply moved us. The next Fast & Furious installment will feature a standalone HOBBS movie, which will serve as an exciting new chapter and set the stage for 'FASTX: Part II'.

Last summer, Vin [Diesel] and I resolved our differences and focused on unity and commitment, always prioritizing the franchise, characters, and the FANS we adore. I have always embraced an "Audience First" approach in my career, and that will remain my guiding principle.

Congratulations to my Fast Family and Universal Studios for the tremendous success of 'FAST X', and as always, Hobbs and @SevenBucksProd are eager to contribute in taking the Fast franchise to thrilling new horizons for fans across the globe. "Daddy's gotta go to work" ~ HOBBS."

Hope you’ve got your funderwear on…

HOBBS IS BACK.
And he just got lei’d 🌺😈

Luke Hobbs will be returning to the Fast & Furious franchise.

Your reactions around the world to Hobbs’ return in Fast X have blown us away 🤯🙏🏾🌍

The next Fast & Furious film you’ll see the… pic.twitter.com/vvtBgTBOnl

— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) June 1, 2023

According to an article from Variety, a well-known US media outlet, the script for the untitled film in the 'Fast and Furious' series was written by Chris Morgan, a longtime collaborator with the franchise.

Although specific details about the plot were not disclosed, insiders familiar with the project revealed that the new movie will serve as a bridge between the events of the recently released 'Fast X' and the upcoming 'Fast X: Part II'.

In his previous appearance as Hobbs, Dwayne Johnson was seen in 'Fast & Furious: Hobbs and Shaw', co-starring Jason Statham and Idris Elba. Johnson's next project is the film 'Red One'. After he shared the video announcing his return, fans expressed their excitement in the comment section with red hearts and fire emoticons.

Comments such as "Glad to have you back! Pumped to see where the new movie goes" and "Good Stuff Bro!" flooded in. One enthusiastic fan simply wrote, "YESSSSSSSSSSSSSS."

Directed by Louis Leterrier, 'Fast X', the franchise's 10th film, was released on May 19 and garnered an overwhelmingly positive response from fans. The movie featured a star-studded cast including Vin Diesel, Jason Momoa, Jason Statham, John Cena, Brie Larson, Jordana Brewster, Nathalie Emmanuel, Sung Kang, Scott Eastwood, Michael Rooker, Daniela Melchior, Alan Ritchson, Helen Mirren, and Cardi B in leading roles.