Ben je fan van 'Fast & Furious 8' (2017) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series vol actie, spanning en adrenaline? In dit artikel vind je 10 titels die dezelfde opwinding bieden als deze blockbuster. Of je nu houdt van razendsnelle achtervolgingen, intense gevechten of verhalen over trouw en verraad, deze lijst heeft iets voor jou!

The Italian Job (2003)
Beschreibung: A heist film with clever car chases, teamwork, and a focus on Mini Coopers, blending action with humor and strategy.
Fakt: The film's iconic Mini Cooper chase scene was filmed in Los Angeles and featured real stunts. It's a remake of the 1969 film of the same name.


2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)
Beschreibung: Centers around illegal street racing and undercover police work, with a strong emphasis on fast cars and high-stakes action.
Fakt: This was the first film in the franchise not to feature Vin Diesel. The movie's climax was filmed in Miami's MacArthur Causeway.


The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006)
Beschreibung: Explores the underground world of drift racing in Tokyo, combining car culture with a coming-of-age story and intense racing sequences.
Fakt: The film introduced drifting to a wider audience. It was originally intended to be a standalone movie with no connection to the main series.


Drive (2011)
Beschreibung: A stylish neo-noir with intense car chases and a focus on a getaway driver, blending action with deep character study and atmospheric tension.
Fakt: The film's minimalist style was inspired by 1980s neo-noir films. The iconic scorpion jacket worn by the protagonist became a cultural symbol.


Fast & Furious (2009)
Beschreibung: High-octane action with a focus on street racing, heists, and family dynamics. Features intense car chases and a blend of crime and loyalty themes.
Fakt: The film marked the return of the original cast after a seven-year hiatus. It was shot in multiple locations including Los Angeles, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic.


Fast Five (2011)
Beschreibung: Shifts focus to heists and teamwork, blending high-speed chases with elaborate action set pieces and a strong ensemble cast.
Fakt: The film's climactic train heist scene used real trains and minimal CGI. It was the first in the series to surpass $600 million at the box office.


Fast & Furious 6 (2013)
Beschreibung: Features over-the-top action sequences, including a tank chase and a runway scene, while maintaining themes of family and loyalty.
Fakt: The film's runway scene was shot at a former RAF base in England. It holds the record for the longest runway in movie history at 29 miles.


Need for Speed (2014)
Beschreibung: A high-speed revenge story with a focus on exotic cars and thrilling races, blending action and drama in a car-centric narrative.
Fakt: The film used practical effects for most of its stunts, including a real 200 mph crash. It was inspired by the popular video game series of the same name.


Furious 7 (2015)
Beschreibung: Combines emotional depth with spectacular action, including cars parachuting from planes and a focus on brotherhood and revenge.
Fakt: The film's tribute to Paul Walker was created using his brothers as stand-ins and CGI. It was the first in the series to gross over $1 billion worldwide.


Baby Driver (2017)
Beschreibung: A unique blend of car chases, music, and crime, with meticulously choreographed driving scenes and a strong emphasis on rhythm and style.
Fakt: The film's car stunts were all performed practically without CGI. The lead actor learned to drive for the role and performed many of his own stunts.
