The Fast and Furious franchise appears to be in an intensifying Cold War with the Marvel Cinematic Universe to cast every talent in Hollywood at this moment. As a result, according to Deadline, the upcoming Fast X installment has added very huge actor Alan Ritchson to its ensemble. Ritchson’s exact position in the film has yet to be revealed, but it would be surprising if the Reacher star isn’t pitted against the likes of Vin Diesel, Jason Momoa, and John Cena. Fast X already boasts a strong cast of action stars, but don’t expect the brand to stop trying to outdo itself with each subsequent installment.
Fast & Furious X is the tenth installment in the renowned Fast and Furious franchise, which is noted for its high-budget, adrenaline-pumping action scenes, and hair-raising vehicle chases. Fast X will be no exception, with its star-studded core ensemble returning, as well as newcomers such as Jason Momoa and Brie Larson. Fast X has a brand new cast member: Alan Ritchson, according to Deadline. In the Amazon Prime Video action series Jack Reacher, Ritchson played the title character.
While Alan Ritchson’s part in Fast X is yet unknown (we assume that he will either believe family is highly crucial to life experiences or that it is not), his inclusion in the film indicates how swiftly the actor’s popularity has risen in Hollywood. Ritchson originally appeared on television in the third season of American Idol, seeking to grab Paula Abdul’s attention, and then rose to notoriety in Spike TV’s sports sitcom Blue Mountain State.
Justin Lin and Dan Mazeau wrote the script for Fast X. Lin opted to stand down as director following a disagreement with Vin Diesel, who is also the producer. While Lin, Diesel, Neal Moritz, Jeff Kirschenbaum, and Samantha Vincent will remain as producers, Louis Leterrier has been chosen to direct the tenth installment of the massive franchise.
Alan Ritchson also had some unique assignments, such as playing the sai-wielding mutant Raphael in the 2014 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles reboot and conducting motion capture for Ray Winstone in Robert Zemeckis’ CGI Beowulf. Ritchson also voiced Arthur Curry, aka Aquaman, in an animated film and a recurrent role on the WB superhero series Smallville. Fast X will feature him alongside fellow Aquaman Jason Momoa, giving the picture the highest Aquaman to actor ratio of any film production ever.
Alan Ritchson is now appearing in the Amazon Prime Video crime thriller series Reacher, which is based on Lee Child’s Jack Reacher series of books. The series was an unexpected hit for the streaming service, receiving rave reviews from critics (unlike the previous Tom Cruise film adaptions). It was just renewed for a second season, and Ritchson also struck a deal with Amazon Prime Video to star in three upcoming feature films. Fast X appears to be simply another feather in his ever-growing crown.
Fast X is set for release in May 2023, but after years of blockbuster films arriving late and going through big directors changes with the most recent instance being Justin Lin leaving recently to be replaced by Transporter director Louis Leterrier who may have some creative issues on his hands.
The latest addition to Fast X is a return from Charlize Theron and Cardi B in addition, this time with Vin Diesel on board. So far new faces include Jason Momoa as well for whatever role he’s playing – it seems like an intriguing turn! There are also more supporting cast members announced such as Jordana Brewster or Nathalie Emmanuel who have been involved so far throughout the franchise’s history.”
