Top Ten Actors We Want to See In the Fast & the Furious Series
2015's 'Furious 7' was a bigger success than anyone could have predicted. I, being a long-time fan of the series, was especially pleased with the overall reception of what has been the best feature in the series so far. And now, thanks to the 1.5 billion dollars it's made at the global box office, we're sure to be getting an eighth installment. But with the devastating loss of Paul Walker, the franchise is likely going to attempt to bring back as many series veterans as they can to fill the void. So who do we want to see return? That's what this list is here for, folks!
Samuel Leroy Jackson is an American actor and film producer. He achieved prominence and critical acclaim in the early 1990s with films such as Jungle Fever, Patriot Games, Amos & Andrew, True Romance, Jurassic Park and his collaborations with director Quentin Tarantino including Pulp Fiction, Jackie... read more I don't think it would matter what role he'd play. It would be stupendous to see him as a villain or as a new ally to the crew.
Dame Helen Lydia Mirren, is an English actor. Mirren began her acting career with the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1967, and is one of the few performers who have achieved the Triple Crown of Acting, having won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 2007, after two previous nominations, for her performance... read more Both Mirren, herself, and Vin Diesel have been very vocal about their desire to have her star in the franchises' eighth installment. It's been reported that she'd likely play the vengeful mother of Owen and Deckard Shaw, which would be awesome!
She was already in Fate of the Furious, and is confirmed for both Hobbs and Shaw, and Fast 9
Edward Thomas Hardy, CBE is an English actor and film producer. Originally a model, Hardy made his film debut in Ridley Scott’s Black Hawk Down. Tom Hardy is on course to being one of the most acclaimed actors of today's generation and his many talents would surely not go to waste if added to a series as awesome as 'Fast & Furious'.
Zoë Yadira Saldaña Nazario (born June 19, 1978) is an American actress and dancer. Following her performances with the theater group Faces, Saldana made her screen debut in a 1999 episode of Law & Order. Yes, I know, she's a busy person these days. What with 'Guardians of the Galaxy' and 'Star Trek' and the 'Avatar' sequels all happening already. But she's be a great fit, I think you'd agree.
Benedict Timothy Carlton Cumberbatch is an English actor and film producer who has performed in film, television, theatre and radio. His ability to be a really interesting villain is common knowledge, these days, so why not? The series has done well with British villains before (the Shaw brothers) and could easily fir him into the picture.
Michael John Douglas (born September 5, 1951), professionally known as Michael Keaton, is an American actor. He is best known for portraying the DC Comics superhero Bruce Wayne / Batman in the films Batman (1989) and Batman Returns (1992), and is set to reprise the role in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU)... read more After rejuvenating his career with his incredible performance in 2014's 'Birdman', it seems like a transition into another big franchise would be the next logical step for the veteran actor. And we'd all love to see it happen.
Speaking of recent award winning actors, why not J. K. Simmons? Everyone loves him! And I mean everyone. Of course, we'd all love for him to be J. Jonah Jameson again first so if he's not otherwise busy, please feel free to join this series.
Scarlett Johansson (born November 22, 1984) is an American actress, model, and singer. She made her film debut in North.Johansson is considered one of Hollywood's modern sex symbols, and has frequently appeared in published lists of the sexiest women in the world. As of February 2017, she is... read more
Her ever-bad ass self would be perfect for the franchise, and you know it. It would certainly be an effective box office draw, for one.
James Geoffrey Ian Norton is an English actor best known for playing Reverend Sydney Chambers in the ITV period crime series Grantchester and Prince Andrei Bolkonsky in the 2016 BBC mini series adaptation of Leo Tolstoy's novel War and Peace.
Julia Fiona Roberts is an American actress and producer. She became a Hollywood star after headlining the romantic comedy Pretty Woman, which grossed US$464 million worldwide. There are endless ways to get a brilliant actress like Julia Roberts into a series of this calibre. Hey, they did it with Kurt Russell.
The Newcomers
Dustin Neil Diamond (January 7, 1977 – February 1, 2021) was an American actor, director, stand-up comedian, musician, and occasional professional wrestler, best known for his role as Samuel "Screech" Powers throughout the Saved by the Bell franchise.
Christian Charles Philip Bale (born 30 January 1974) is an English actor. Known for his versatility and physical transformations for his roles, he has been a leading man in films of several genres. He has received various accolades, including an Academy Award and two Golden Globe Awards. Forbes magazine... read more
Matthew Paige "Matt" Damon is an American actor, film producer and screenwriter. He is ranked among Forbes magazine's most bankable stars and is one of the highest-grossing actors of all time.
Mia Wasikowska (pronounced Vashikovska) is an Australian actress best known for starring as Alice Kingsleigh in Johnny Depp and Tim Burton's adaptation of Alice in Wonderland.
Saoirse Úna Ronan is an Irish and American actress. She is a two-time Academy Award nominee; receiving a Best Supporting Actress nomination for Atonement, and a Best Actress nomination for Brooklyn.
Dakota Blue Richards is an English actress. Her debut was in the film The Golden Compass, as the lead character Lyra Belacqua.
Aiden Turner is an Irish actor best known for playing Kili in Peter Jackson's The Hobbit prequels and Ross Poldark in the 2015 BBC revival series Poldark, in which a scene involving topless reaping won him an army of female fans.
Eleanor May Tomlinson (born 19 May 1992) is an English actress, known for her roles as Princess Isabelle in Jack the Giant Slayer (2013), Isabel Neville in The White Queen, and Demelza Poldark in Poldark.
Christopher Michael "Chris" Pratt is an American actor. He came to prominence from his television roles, including Bright Abbott in Everwood and Andy Dwyer in the NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation.
Chris Hemsworth is an Australian actor. He is best known for his roles as Kim Hyde in the Australian TV series Home and Away and as Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films Thor, The Avengers, Thor: The Dark World, Avengers: Age of Ultron Thor: Ragnarok, Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame.
James Edward Franco is an American actor and filmmaker. His first prominent acting role was the lead character Daniel Desario on the short-lived cult hit television program Freaks and Geeks.
Justin Drew Bieber (born March 1, 1994) is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer. He currently resides in Ontario, Canada and is Christian. He is the son of author Pattie Mallette... read more
Denzel Hayes Washington, Jr. is an American actor and filmmaker. He has received three Golden Globe awards, a Tony Award, and two Academy Awards: Best Supporting Actor for the historical war drama film Glory and Best Actor for his role as a corrupt cop in the crime thriller Training Day.
Hugh Michael Jackman (born October 12, 1968) is an Australian actor, producer and musician. Jackman has won international recognition for his roles in major films, notably as superhero, period, and romance characters.
Robert John Downey Jr. (born April 4, 1965) is an American actor and producer. His career has included critical and popular success in his youth, followed by a period of substance abuse and legal troubles, and a resurgence of commercial success in middle age.
Keanu Charles Reeves (born September 2, 1964) is a Canadian actor, director, producer, and musician. He gained fame for his starring role performances in several blockbuster films, including comedies from the Bill and Ted franchise.