Ludacris Teases Upcoming Projects And The End Of One Iconic Movie Franchise

Ludacris is teasing a serious finale for the “Fast & Furious” franchise, hinting that the long-lasting motion collection will exit with a bang subsequent summer time.

Ludacris, who has performed the fan-favorite character Tej Parker since 2003’s “2 Quick 2 Livid,” revealed that he’s already engaged on “yet another Quick and Livid” movie to mark the 25-year anniversary of the unique film’s launch in 2001.

Throughout an unique interview on the Waymo x Uber occasion, the rapper, actor, and “Quick & Livid” star spoke with PEOPLE about his upcoming initiatives and what followers can count on from the beloved franchise.

“So these are the 2 large issues proper now,” the rapper mentioned, referencing each his new music and the upcoming “Quick and Livid” movie. Followers can count on the ultimate film to hit theaters in 2026, probably across the similar time the primary movie debuted in June 2001.

Though the actor has hinted at a grand conclusion to the collection, he additionally acknowledged that the “Quick & Livid” franchise could not really “finish.”

“Plenty of different franchises, they might finish, however they do not actually finish,” Ludacris instructed PEOPLE in 2024. “It is nearly like the start of one thing new, so I do not really feel prefer it’ll ever really finish both, however you by no means know.”

The “Quick & Livid” franchise has turn into a cultural phenomenon, recognized for its high-octane motion, thrilling automotive chases, and the themes of household and loyalty that run by means of its plotlines.

The franchise initially kicked off with “The Quick and the Livid” in 2001, starring Vin Diesel as Dom Toretto and Paul Walker as Brian O’Conner. The collection has since developed right into a multi-billion-dollar world sensation, with the most recent installment, “Quick X,” grossing over $700 million worldwide.

This success has made it one of many highest-grossing movie franchises of all time.

Along with Ludacris, the “Quick & Livid” franchise boasts an ensemble forged that features Michelle Rodriguez (Letty Ortiz), Tyrese Gibson (Roman Pearce), Jordana Brewster (Mia Toretto), and the late Paul Walker. The late actor’s efficiency as Brian O’Conner grew to become iconic within the collection, and his tragic loss of life in 2013 led to an emotional send-off in “Livid 7.”

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, who joined the collection in “Quick 5”, additionally grew to become a serious a part of the franchise, although his involvement in future movies has been extra unsure.

“Quick & Livid” has garnered quite a few accolades, together with MTV Film + TV Awards, Teen Alternative Awards, and a Individuals’s Alternative Award.

The collection has been praised for its groundbreaking portrayal of multiculturalism and its various forged, which has helped make the movies resonate with audiences worldwide. Its concentrate on motion and adrenaline-pumping stunts, mixed with heartfelt moments about household, has made it a fan favourite.

Vin Diesel not too long ago surprised followers at FuelFest in Southern California by revealing the discharge window for the ultimate movie within the “Quick & Livid” franchise.

The action-packed saga is ready to conclude in April 2027, and, in response to Deadline, Diesel confirmed that the movie might be set in Los Angeles, bringing the collection again to its roots.

Diesel has beforehand used social media to advocate for the discharge of “Quick X 2,” the sequel to 2023’s “Quick X,” which grossed over $700 million globally.

The sequel has been touted as the ultimate chapter within the franchise, providing an emotional conclusion to the “Quick & Livid” saga that started in 2001.