This billion-dollar blockbuster franchise begins with a magazine article that inspires Universal to make a movie about the underground world of illegal street racing.
After the success of "The Fast and the Furious," a sequel is imminent; Vin Diesel and director Rob Cohen are replaced by director John Singlton and rising star Tyrese Gibson.
After the medicore reception of "2 Fast 2 Furious," Universal risks it all on a brand-new creative team, a younger cast, and a new kind of racing.
Universal breaks the mold; with bigger and better stunts, international locations and one of Hollywood's biggest stars, the franchise hopes the new direction pays off.
Halfway through filming, the ultimate tragedy takes place; the family pulls together to give their brother one last ride.
The death of Paul Walker creates uncertainty for the franchise. Universal is locked in a game of escalating spectacle. The films continue to pull in billions.
