AceShowbiz - Vin Diesel, star and producer of Universal’s Fast & Furious franchise, has officially revealed that a live-action TV series based on the blockbuster movie saga is currently in development at Peacock, NBCUniversal’s streaming service.

The announcement came during the NBCUniversal upfront presentation on Monday morning, putting an end to months of speculation about expanding the high-octane franchise into television. According to Diesel, there will not be just one series, but as many as four different Fast & Furious shows in the works.

This move signals a significant expansion of the Fast & Furious universe, adapting the popular action-packed storylines for episodic streaming content. While specific plot details and release dates have not yet been shared, the involvement of Vin Diesel as an executive producer ensures the series will maintain a close connection to the original films.

Diesel’s announcement highlights NBCUniversal’s commitment to leveraging its successful franchises for Peacock, aiming to attract both longtime fans and new viewers alike. As the Fast & Furious franchise continues to thrive at the box office, this television adaptation represents a fresh opportunity to explore the world and characters in greater depth.

Further updates about casting, storylines, and production timelines are expected as development progresses, but for now, fans can anticipate a robust expansion of the Fast & Furious brand on the small screen, spearheaded by Vin Diesel and NBCUniversal’s streaming platform.