Release: 2015-04-01
Runtime: 2h 17m (137 minutes)
Deckard Shaw seeks revenge against Dominic Toretto and his family for his comatose brother.
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Genres: Action, Thriller, Crime
Cast: Jason Statham, Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson, more
Jason Statham
as Deckard Shaw
Vin Diesel
as Dominic Toretto
Dwayne Johnson
as Luke Hobbs
Gal Gadot
as Gisele Yashar
Paul Walker
as Brian O'Conner
Nathalie Emmanuel
as Ramsey
Kurt Russell
as Mr. Nobody
Lucas Black
as Sean Boswell
Tyrese Gibson
as Roman Pearce
Michelle Rodriguez
as Letty Ortiz
Sung Kang
as Han Lue
Djimon Hounsou
as Mose Jakande
Deckard Shaw seeks revenge against Dominic Toretto and his family for his comatose brother.
Vengeance hits home.
Furious 7, also known as Fast & Furious 7, is a 2015 action film directed by James Wan. The screenplay was written by Chris Morgan. This movie serves as a sequel to Fast & Furious 6 (2013) and The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006). It is the seventh installment in the Fast & Furious franchise.
The film features a star-studded cast, including Vin Diesel, Paul Walker (in his final role), Dwayne Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, Jordana Brewster, Djimon Hounsou, Kurt Russell, and Jason Statham.
In this action-packed film, Dominic Toretto and Brian O'Conner, along with their crew, are called upon by covert operations leader Mr. Nobody. Their mission is to stop a dangerous terrorist named Mose Jakande from obtaining a powerful hacking program called God's Eye.
The journey to create Furious 7 began in February 2012 when plans for a seventh installment were announced. After the success of Fast & Furious 6, production officially kicked off in September 2013 in Atlanta. However, filming faced significant delays following the tragic death of Paul Walker in a car accident in November 2013. Filming resumed in April 2014, concluding in July of the same year. The film went on to feature various locations, including Los Angeles, Colorado, Abu Dhabi, and Tokyo.
The film premiered at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles on 01 April 2015 and was subsequently released in the United States on 03 April 2015. It emerged as a massive box office success, grossing over $1.5 billion worldwide. The film received praise for its thrilling action sequences and a heartfelt tribute to Walker, positioning it as one of the top films in the franchise.
The film showcases an array of high-octane stunts, including an unforgettable sequence involving cars dropped from a plane. This particular stunt was executed with meticulous planning to ensure authenticity and audience satisfaction. The filmmakers aimed to use as little CGI as possible, opting instead for real cars and practical effects, which greatly contributed to the film's thrilling atmosphere.
The emotional weight of the film is further emphasized through its score, composed by Brian Tyler. His music captures both the adrenaline of the action and the poignant moments, creating a powerful audio backdrop for the film.
The soundtrack features songs that resonate with the film's themes and emotional core, including the widely acclaimed "See You Again" by Wiz Khalifa featuring Charlie Puth, which pays tribute to Walker and emphasizes the bond shared among the characters.
Overall, Furious 7 not only excited audiences with its fast-paced action but also delivered an emotional narrative that honored the legacy of Paul Walker, making it a memorable installment in the beloved franchise.