Vin Diesel welcomes riders to 'Fast & Furious' roller coaster

New Fast & Furious-themed ride set to open at Universal Studios Hollywood this summer

Feb. 5, 2026 at 6:47pm

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Universal Studios Hollywood announced the opening of a new Fast & Furious-themed roller coaster called 'Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift' this summer. The ride will feature narration by Vin Diesel and allow passengers to ride in muscle cars that drift while propelling forward.

Why it matters

The new Fast & Furious ride is part of Universal's ongoing efforts to expand its theme park attractions based on popular film franchises. The Fast & Furious movies have a massive global fanbase, so this new ride is expected to be a major draw for the theme park.

The details

The Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift roller coaster will replace previous attractions at Universal Studios Hollywood, including a vehicular stunt show and a 360-degree video screen that the studio tram tour drove through. The ride was first announced in 2024, and construction on the track was visible during the park's Fan Fest Nights in May. Universal also announced an Orlando edition of the ride set to open in 2027.

  • The Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift roller coaster will open at Universal Studios Hollywood this summer.
  • Universal first announced the coaster in 2024 and released a preview video in June.
  • The track was visible under construction during May's Fan Fest Nights.
  • An Orlando edition of the ride is set to open in 2027.

The players

Vin Diesel

American actor who narrates the trailer for the new Fast & Furious roller coaster.

Universal Studios Hollywood

Theme park located in Universal City, California, that is announcing the opening of the new Fast & Furious-themed roller coaster.

Universal Studios Orlando

Theme park located in Orlando, Florida, that is also set to open a Fast & Furious-themed roller coaster in 2027.

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What they’re saying

“You ready? Buckle up for the next chapter of Fast & Furious at Universal Studios Hollywood.”

— Vin Diesel

What’s next

The 11th installment of the Fast & Furious film franchise is set for release on March 17, 2028.

The takeaway

The new Fast & Furious roller coaster is the latest example of how major film franchises are being leveraged to create immersive theme park experiences for devoted fans. This ride is expected to be a major draw for Universal Studios Hollywood as it continues to compete with other theme parks for blockbuster attractions.