Paul Walker returns: Vin Diesel reveals great comeback in the final!

Paul Walker returns: Vin Diesel reveals great comeback in the final!

Los Angeles, USA - On July 1, 2025, Vin Diesel announced an exciting return at the "Fuelfest" in California: Paul Walker's iconic figure Brian O’Conner will be brought back onto the screen in the 11th and last part of the "Fast & Furious" saga. Diesel, who performed with co-star Tyrese Gibson and Walker's mother Cheryl and brother Cody, announced this message with a lot of enthusiasm.

Paul Walker, who tragically died in 2013 in a car accident at the age of 40, is brought back by the latest special effects (CGI), in a way that has already been successfully used in “Furious 7”. Diesel announced that Universal Pictures is planning to publish the next film in April 2027.

production under special conditions

In his announcement, Diesel placed three decisive requirements for the production company:

• Return of the franchise to Los Angeles.
• focus on the car culture and street races.
• reunification of Dom and Brian O’Conner.

Diesel has already pointed out that he cannot imagine ending the story without a proper farewell to Brian. In the past, Brian O’Conner was mentioned as a stand-ins and CGI in the following films by using Walkers brothers, but without visible on the screen.

criticism and acceptance

The announcement has caused reactions mixed on social media. While some critics consider the decision to revive Walker through CGI as problematic, many fans have shown understanding, especially since diesel apparently has the approval of Walker's family. Ludacris, who plays in the Tej Parker series, also referred to the special anniversary of the franchise, which started with the first film "The Fast and the Furious" 25 years ago.

The last chapter of the series that comes after "Fast X" could use similar technologies to "Furious 7" to present Walker's return, or a new occupation could be made. Production for this highly expected final film should begin this year or early next year, which only reinforces the anticipation for the conclusion of the saga.

The return of Brian O’Conner and the emotional links between the characters are the focus, and Diesel has clearly spoken out for the reunification of Dom and Brian, which always had a special place in the franchise.