Fast & Furious universe expands with four TV shows coming to Peacock

The Fast & Furious franchise is shifting into television overdrive with four new shows coming to Peacock. According to Vin Diesel at the NBC Universal upfront presentation, via Deadline, the expansion marks the biggest move yet for the action franchise as it branches beyond cinema into streaming.

What we know about the Fast & Furious TV shows

According to sources close to the project, Peacock has only one show officially set up so far, with the remaining three in various stages of development at Universal Television. Vin Diesel confirmed his involvement as executive producer alongside Sam Vincent through their One Race production company.

The writing team includes Mike Daniels, known for Sons of Anarchy and The Vampire Diaries, and Wolfe Coleman from 9-1-1: Lone Star. Both writers previously collaborated on 2016's Shades of Blue. Original Film's Neal Moritz and Pavun Shetty are executive producing, joined by franchise regulars Chris Morgan and Jeff Kirschenbaum.

No casting details, release dates, or specific show titles have been announced. It's unclear whether Diesel will appear on screen in any of the series, though his producer role suggests significant creative involvement.

Why Fast & Furious is expanding to TV now

According to Diesel, the move to television addresses a decade of fan requests for deeper character exploration. "As you all know, we are very precious about these movies but over the last decade, we've realized that the fans have wanted more, they wanted us to expand the legacy characters, their stories," he said at the upfront.

The timing coincides with a longer gap between theatrical releases. Fast X premiered in 2023, whilst the next mainline film, Fast Forever, won't arrive until 2028 — breaking from the franchise's usual one-to-two-year release cycle. This creates space for television content to keep the Fast & Furious timeline active between major films.

The franchise's complex mythology and extensive character roster — built over 11 films since 2001 — provides ample material for multiple series exploring different storylines and time periods.

What this means for the franchise

This television expansion signals the Fast & Furious universe's evolution into a multi-platform entertainment property, similar to Marvel or Star Wars. With the Fast & Furious universe expanding into four TV shows, the move creates excitement through bigger world-building and keeps the franchise active beyond the films, while the lack of clear details also makes it feel a bit uncertain and risks stretching the series too far if the new stories don't stand out on their own.

The shows could explore untold backstories, side characters who've appeared briefly in films, or entirely new corners of the Fast family's world. Given the franchise's global appeal and action-heavy format, television offers opportunities for longer character development that two-hour films can't provide.

However, the success will depend on maintaining the franchise's signature blend of action, family themes, and increasingly outlandish stunts within television's budget constraints and episodic format.

UAE streaming availability unclear

Peacock isn't directly available in the UAE, raising questions about local distribution for these Fast & Furious shows. UAE fans might need to wait for licensing agreements with regional platforms like OSN+, StarzPlay, or potentially Netflix.

The franchise has strong following in the UAE, where the films regularly perform well at box office. Local streaming platforms have previously secured rights to major Universal content, suggesting these shows will likely find their way to UAE audiences through existing distribution partnerships, though timing may differ from the US Peacock release.

When and where to watch

Peacock hasn't announced release dates for any of the four Fast & Furious TV shows. The first series is the furthest along in development, but even that remains without a confirmed premiere window.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Fast & Furious TV shows are coming to Peacock?

Four Fast & Furious TV shows are planned for Peacock, according to Vin Diesel's announcement at the NBC Universal upfront. Only the first show is currently set up, with three others in development.

Will Vin Diesel be in the Fast & Furious TV shows?

It's unclear if Vin Diesel will act in the shows, but he's confirmed as executive producer through his One Race production company alongside franchise veterans.

When will the Fast & Furious TV shows be released?

Peacock hasn't announced release dates for any of the four shows. The first series is furthest along in development but still lacks a confirmed premiere window.

Can I watch Fast & Furious TV shows in the UAE?

Peacock isn't available in the UAE, so local availability will depend on licensing agreements with regional streaming platforms like OSN+ or StarzPlay.

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