Los Angeles: Hollywood star Vin Diesel said that the Fast and Furious saga is ending after two more films following the upcoming ninth installment, F9, which releases in theaters June 25. He said Universal Pictures wants to close out the saga in two parts. The actor said the final two films could potentially release in 2023 then 2024.
"Every story deserves its own ending," said Diesel during a press junket for F9 when asked about the franchise's future. Despite the end of the saga, he said the Fast and Furious cinematic universe will continue on.
When Diesel told his daughter about the franchise's conclusion, the actor said she began shedding tears. "I know people are going to feel like it doesn't have to end, but I think all good things should," he said. "There are reasons for a finale. I think this franchise has deserved it."
Diesel has starred as Dominic Toretto since the franchise's inaugural film The Fast and Furious in 2001. The movies have become big earners at the domestic and international box office, with the past two films each making more than $1 billion.