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8.8 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 287 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Negative: 18 out of 287

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  1. Aug 1, 2012
    7
    "The Fast and the Furious" is not exactly a good movie (maybe because of Vin Diesel, muscle cars, and sexy babes in it) but it's not a bad one either.
  2. Jul 28, 2012
    2
    Let's keep it short: Horrible camera work, which hurts to see sometimes. Looks like everything was filmed with a mobile phone camera. Bad script, bad actors, silly soundtrack. You can't give action AND a fully developed story and characters in just 100 minutes. I'm happy, Rob Cohen wasn't allowed to make the other FF-Films too.
  3. Nov 7, 2012
    3
    A lame overdose of chicks and cars that'll make you dizzy with bad camera work and make you scratch your head at its inane dialogue and dumb plot line.
  4. TommyL.
    Oct 7, 2001
    10
    Great movie, nice cars and sexy babes!
  5. JanineS.
    May 8, 2002
    10
    I could watch that movie a thousand times, the charger was awesome!
  6. ToniF.
    Oct 22, 2001
    10
    I luved it!! Totally awsome!! and really nice cars!
  7. MillzB.
    Oct 5, 2001
    10
    This was the most awesome movie I have seen in ages!!! The cars are lush as, and the guys are mmMMMmmMMMm~! The mix of cars, bikes and action made it the sickest movie ever!
  8. GaborA.
    Jun 9, 2004
    2
    One of the most shameless knock offs of all time. Not only in concept but scene for scene this movie is simply Point Break. In order to try to steer away from that notion the movie takes a few steps away from the much better counterpart. All of these diversion scenes are ridiculous and make no sense and are just added and padded action sequences like the final meaningless race. According to the other user reviews all the American audience wants these days is action and good looks. Well, Point Break has both and its a much better movie. So go see that instead. Expand
  9. SemH.
    Oct 9, 2001
    1
    No story whatsoever!
  10. AdalJ.
    Nov 1, 2001
    0
    This movie is copy from legend of speed .......by ekin cheng.
  11. AmandaH.
    Oct 7, 2001
    10
    This movie was soo incredibly awesome!! I go to car clubs 1x a week, and this put in to action what I see every Wednesday at Group One C.C. I've seen it 4 times, and it still gives me an adrenaline RUSH!!
  12. BrandyB.
    Sep 29, 2001
    10
    I have seen this movie four times and I love it. Paul Walker is so hot. The action is so incredible. This is a movie that people can not stay away from.
  13. DonnaW.
    Oct 2, 2002
    10
    Great movie.
  14. LeighB.
    Oct 9, 2002
    10
    This film has a spark about from the first scene when the honda civic pulls under the lorry you know what you are in for. The cast is well chosen as they fit their parts perfectly. Every time i see the film it just hits me how much work went into the making. I believe that the critics who have given this a poor rating are out of touch and should not be writing about films that are not aimed at their age group, stick to gone with the wind!!! Expand
  15. DouglasT.
    Aug 4, 2002
    0
    Just plain stupid. Without a single redeeming quality. Worse than I imagined, and all I really expected were some cool cars. Aside from the Charger, the cars were LAME.
  16. JeremyV.
    Sep 19, 2002
    10
    This movie is awesome and action packed, all the cars are awesome the girls are hot, it is a must see. u people who rate lower then me are nothin but duma$$es u dont no a good movie when u see one and u just dont no how much adrenalin it is to be flyin down the tract racing another car as u pull ahead of them an c their face cya laughin from the exitment this movie is the bomb!!!
  17. JackH.
    Oct 10, 2003
    10
    It is amazing how they get all the cars and make them look good. The way tha they are tought how to drive like that is also amazing.
  18. ErinR.
    May 30, 2003
    10
    Omg i love this movie. its filled with lots of action and i memorized all the lines to the movie becauseI LOVE VIN DIESL AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA HES SOOOOOO FINE!
  19. NoelT.
    Aug 4, 2003
    3
    I could hardly keep awake during this movie, reminds me of watching NASCAR everyone moves quickly but does not go anywhere. Despite what everyone may say Vin Diesl cannot even act his way into a wet paperbag, into!
  20. StanleyA.
    Nov 7, 2001
    10
    This movie was the best movie I have ever seen. It has changed my whole life. I love to see hot cars like the fast and the furious one. They should come out with a new one real soon because it was hot. The best movie ever. I give it a 100 on a scale of 1-10.
  21. ShawnW.
    Oct 2, 2001
    10
    I loved this movie. I made my girlfriend see it with me and she loved it too!
  22. MattB.
    Oct 4, 2001
    10
    This is my favorite movie of all times!!!
  23. MattB.
    Oct 4, 2001
    10
    This is my favorite movie of all times!!!
  24. LachlanW.
    Oct 5, 2001
    9
    Its unreal...I loved it.
  25. ChrisS.
    Oct 9, 2001
    10
    This is one of the greatest movies ever created. If you haven't seen it you don't know what your missing: hot cars, hot women, and some kick ass street racing. I saw it over 20 times, no lie.
  26. MarcioS.
    Aug 11, 2001
    10
    If you liked "Gone in 60 Seconds" because of the cars or because of the suspense, then this is the new and better movie to see. This movie has everything: cars, action, drama, suspense, and did I mention the cars?
  27. BrandonG.
    Aug 30, 2001
    10
    They should make a second one!
  28. CrystalB.
    Sep 1, 2001
    10
    I love the fast cars and Vin Diesel.
  29. DominiqueA.
    Sep 25, 2001
    10
    This movie rulzs.
  30. BrandyB.
    Sep 29, 2001
    10
    I have seen this movie four times and I love it. Paul Walker is so hot. The action is so incredible. This is a movie that people can not stay away from.
  31. BrandyB.
    Sep 29, 2001
    10
    I have seen this movie four times and I love it. Paul Walker is so hot. The action is so incredible. This is a movie that people can not stay away from.
  32. Justin
    Jan 1, 2002
    9
    The critics are harshly wrong about this film. This movie was created to jump out at the car lovers of sport compact and street racing and from everyone I've talked to it did. This movie may not be the best in the eyes of some but as far as I'm concearned it was one of the best movies I've seen, and I have nothing but good things to say about the cars, the cast, and the plot of this movie. Expand
  33. GeorgeP.
    Jan 2, 2002
    10
    The best film ever. Hope there are going to be more of them.
  34. Bond
    Jan 21, 2002
    9
    Critics are critics. If I listened to them I'd be watching suck-festivals like "The Piano" right now instead. The truth is, critics don't have much influence on movie sales. The number of viewers who loved this movie far exceed the number of critics that hated it. And because of that, this movie will gross more money than "The Piano" ever imagined. Critics need to understand that people go to movies to have a good time -- not to discuss the culturally-naive nature of the stereotypical character introduction.... blah... blah... etc. Expand
  35. CarMan
    Jan 5, 2002
    10
    This is a Great Movie...I Loved every moment of it...if you ask me, this is a must see film!
  36. SteveM.
    Jan 7, 2002
    10
    I liked this movie a lot. It draws you in the more you watch it. Who cares what you critics think?...I'm a critic myself only I'm not at your level yet. I'm still young, and this movie demonstrates what is going on nowadays. It displays the import car culture, and what it is. Street Racing shown in this movie existed before the movie was even put out. The movie just promoted Street Racing even more. Critics, an people high in the industry are quick to point fingers at artists. This movie is art, and if you can't find freedom in art then why make a movie like this one that will be despised by those who don't understand. This movie is a must for gearheads,and car fans alike. Anyone out there who is into racing, and adrenaline pulse pounding action then this one is for you. Expand
  37. SandR.
    Feb 15, 2002
    10
    The cars are awesome and the girls are wicked.
  38. Mike
    Feb 18, 2002
    10
    I think the movie was down right awesome. Whoever disagrees is not right. You probably did not get the plot. Well i got it. And I'm not the smartest kid in my class either. So peace out homes.
  39. NegativZero
    Feb 27, 2002
    10
    Kicks incredible ass!
  40. JCRay
    Feb 3, 2002
    10
    The best import movie ever.
  41. MeganR.
    Feb 7, 2002
    10
    I loved it! Had a great cast! And fine cars! I can't wait for the next one!
  42. LukeA.
    Mar 8, 2002
    10
    It was great, the cars, the action.
  43. PaulJ.
    Jun 14, 2002
    10
    F....'n Excellent!!! Ya Gotta see it... it's legendary.
  44. J.L.
    Jul 21, 2002
    10
    Sean R. is a dumbass who obviously drives a beat up ford p.o.s. making him have lots of pent up car envy.
  45. ChrisT.
    Jul 23, 2002
    10
    I've watched this movie more times then I can remmember and anyone who doesn't think that this movie kicks some serious a*s needs to rethink anything they think they like about cars cause thats pretty much what its all about so before you give this movie a one or a 2 just think about driving in a car sliding through the gears felling the road under you as your going over a hundred miles per hour and seeing the trees fly by like there falling from the sky just think of the addrenaline and you will love this movie. thx cya Expand
  46. MegC.
    Aug 27, 2002
    10
    I'd go higher than 10 if i could. It is the best movie! and im hooked!
  47. JonannB.
    Sep 10, 2002
    10
    It's the best movie ever and van disel is soooo hot this movie was soo awesome!!!!
  48. AJH.
    Sep 19, 2002
    10
    The cars are all awesome. the whole movie is awesome. It is one of my most favorite movies.
  49. FabiolaR.
    Apr 3, 2003
    10
    Vin is the most finest guy I'ved ever seen in that movie and any other movie. I swear if I was to spend one minute with him people wont even imagine what I would do him. I would do somethimg more than just rushing him. (Dang baby you're so fine you blow my mind)! #1 movie ever!!!!!!!!!
  50. JolandaA.
    Jul 11, 2003
    10
    It's a very good movie!!! i like the action the cars and the most VIN DIESEL!!!! i come from holland and all my friends liked the movie too!!
  51. JackM.
    Jul 26, 2003
    10
    This is da best film ive ever seen, da cars r phat and da racing is phat basiclly dis movie is phat.
  52. Mioi
    Feb 11, 2004
    10
    F man how hot is vin diesel.. i wood give it to him ne dayy...
  53. JessicaL.
    Feb 10, 2004
    10
    i think that this film is mint az, because it has got vin diesel in it and he is fit az. i would'nt mind a piece of.
  54. PsymonM.
    Mar 29, 2004
    10
    This film is amazing. Paul Walker in particular is a sick actor. p.s (I love jordana Brewster).
  55. JarvisT.
    Nov 1, 2001
    10
    This film is probably the best film of its kind...ever! The high octane races followed by the outrageously fantasic story makes this film fantastic. If you haven't seen it then you are missing out BIG TIME.
  56. JessicaR.
    Oct 1, 2001
    10
    I loved this movie...it kicks ass. Paul Walker and Vin Diesel looked extremely hot in it.
  57. TravisS.
    Oct 12, 2001
    10
    Man I think this movie is the best. All the cars are awesome... they're so sexy man. I love those cars.
  58. IvanB.
    Nov 26, 2001
    10
    This movie was hella sweET! VROOOOOMMMMM!
  59. ChristianA.
    Nov 3, 2001
    10
    CARS PEOPLE!!!
  60. BrocM.
    Nov 3, 2001
    10
    this is the greatest movie. Finally they came out with a true to life street racing movie.
  61. LukeC.
    Nov 7, 2001
    10
    Sweet, really enjoyed it! I do this kinda thing in real life! Really I do!!
  62. MitjaO.
    Nov 9, 2001
    10
    I'm gonna buy myself a 94' Supra!!!
  63. BrendanB.
    Oct 22, 2001
    10
    This movie is the bomb. It rocks.
  64. JamesS.
    Oct 26, 2001
    10
    The best movie EVER!!!
  65. RayB.
    Oct 29, 2001
    10
    This movie is just phat.
  66. ChrisS.
    Oct 9, 2001
    10
    This is one of the greatest movies ever created. If you haven't seen it you don't know what your missing: hot cars, hot women, and some kick ass street racing. I saw it over 20 times, no lie.
  67. L@N
    Aug 21, 2001
    10
    The best movie in the world. The Supra is the best!!
  68. Jose
    Sep 1, 2001
    10
    100%, extremely good, the best film ever seen. I don't have any comments about it. It's the best.
  69. JasonL.
    Sep 12, 2001
    10
    Personally I think it is a 10, one of the best I have seen this summer, next to "Scary Movies 2" and "Rush Hour 2." I am a street racing fanatic, so all I can say to people who are thinking about watching it is, if your not into cars, don't go see it. If you are, get there ASAP!
  70. LukeM.
    Sep 16, 2001
    10
    It captures what?s loved about modding cars, and the growing scene of street racing. It's worthy of its name!
  71. RyanW.
    Sep 18, 2001
    10
    This movie was awesome.
  72. RyanM.
    Jan 11, 2002
    9
    A blazing-hot rollercoaster ride with some substantial plot development.
  73. PatrickS.
    Jan 12, 2002
    9
    In a word, fun. The movie's plot may be lacking, and a tad far fetched. But the actors do a good enough job of pulling this movie off, where the acting fails, the cars fill in.
  74. IanF.
    Jan 15, 2002
    10
    The movie rocks! I just wished they wouldn't have used my cars.
  75. ElleM.
    Jan 15, 2002
    10
    Ladies... You can't go wrong with Vin Disel .... or if you like the skinny surfer dude type... whatever his name is .... just kiddin pauly. :)
  76. JayE.
    Jan 17, 2002
    10
    Like most people are saying (which is why it's in the 9 ratings) people went to see this movie for the cars, not the acting, maybe that why there was such crummy acting...who knows. They wanted to see cars and they got cars, very very fast cars. That's why it was made, to finally show off these "Amazing Machines."
  77. Lyndsey
    Jan 23, 2002
    8
    I enjoyed this movie. It doesn't require a lot of thought and it was fun. The ending was weak, but I don't think that tying up the ends was really the intent. Worth seeing if you are up for action, fast cars, and a fun movie.
  78. Omar
    Jan 24, 2002
    2
    Except for the Charger, this movie was a festering pile of crapola. The plot which centers around a undercover cop trying to stop dreaded and dangerous DVD thieves just about had me in stitches. At least stick to the tried and true "drug dealer" formula. It's old but it works. My favorite scene was the truck hijacking gone bad. Now if your the trucker and a bunch of lawnmowers are trying to steal your load, you are gonna crush 'dem mowers. But no, the trucker is just as stupid as the thieves, he just sits there as arrows with cable are shot through the cab. Stupid plot, lame little cars and a cast you could care less about. Rent the original "Vanishing Point" or "Mad Max" (special edition) instead. Expand
  79. Ally
    Jan 27, 2002
    10
    This movie rocks!!! The cars are awesome and the guys are hott!!!!! U jus can't loose!!
  80. FadeA.
    Jan 27, 2002
    10
    I think this movie is the best movie in the world.
  81. T.L.
    Jan 30, 2002
    8
    Pretty good movie, lots of tight ground effects and paint jobs, as for bad plot, it wasn't designed to boggle the mind. If you want to see that type stuff go and read another book.
  82. CariB.
    Oct 4, 2002
    10
    I think Vin Deisel is the sexiest guy on earth, and he was the perfect person for this movie!!!!!!!
  83. D.K.
    Oct 5, 2002
    10
    This is my favourite movie. I've seen it about 100 times and i can quote every line from the movie, the deleted scenes too.
  84. AnthonyC.
    Jan 5, 2002
    10
    The movie is sweet. It was exciting. It was a very entertaining movie.
  85. JohnathonB.
    Jan 6, 2002
    10
    Me and my friends feel the need for speed and in the movie it had a lot of speed and action. The cars looked good too.
  86. ClintonB.
    Jan 6, 2002
    8
    Awesome movie, I'm tired of reading bad reviews of this movie saying it lacked a plot, It wasn't meant to be serious movie, it was meant to be a fun summer movie about racing. Critics take things way to seriously, why does a movie always have to serious...why can't it just be fun.
  87. Yeah
    Jan 7, 2002
    7
    A must see if only for the glorious cars alone and the quick chase scenes the story lacks depth and emotion though which dragged down my review of it, the show would become monotonous after multiple viewings.
  88. JessicaD.
    Feb 13, 2002
    10
    I thought the movie was great. It kept me on the edge of my seat. Vin Diesel was great as well as Paul Walker. Jordana Brewster and Michelle Rodriguez also played very good parts. Lets hurry and get another one out.
  89. KredskinC.
    Feb 17, 2002
    10
    I thought that this mivie was awesome, the guys were soo.. hott (specially JaRule, get the point?) well i would give this movie 2 thumbs up!!!
  90. BreanneM.
    Feb 24, 2002
    10
    I am in love with ths movie. It seems so real life because I know so many people who do this and I think the 2 main charcters top the movie off. Vin Deisel and Paul Walker are the hottest guys and in the 2nd and the 3rd have them both in it because then they will be as great as the first 1.
  91. Willy
    Mar 21, 2002
    8
    Great action movie, but the plot could have been better... Good cast but Watch it for the cars! rx-7, supra, skyline(hell yea), s2000, 900 hp charger ect... wish i saw a 300zx in there :^( can't wait for the sequel...'anyone wana sell me a 95 rx7 for 4k?? huh huh? anyone?
  92. PaulL.
    Apr 18, 2002
    10
    Vin Diesel & Paul Walker very good acting, can't stop watching it. If you're into fast cars and tyre burning tracks this is the one for you....brilliant!!!!
  93. Julie
    Apr 4, 2002
    10
    This movie kicked ass. It was great the cars were very cool and so was the cast. It made u wanna race too.
  94. Jason
    May 29, 2002
    10
    This is the best movie in the world can't wait for the second.
  95. Nicole
    May 31, 2002
    10
    This is the greatest movie ever.. And Vin Diesel is Soo Hott, he makes the movie. I can't wait to see the next one. I hope Vin changes his mind about not bein in it!
  96. Ryan
    Jun 29, 2002
    7
    I loved the movie. But it stereotypes those who are in the street racing scene. Before this movie things were different. Now people look at all of us who have modified cars as criminals. They feel all of us steal to make our money. Oh well. Good movie, negative result.
  97. HeatherC.
    Jun 9, 2002
    10
    This movie rocks!! it is awesome it is the best !! It rocks on!!!!!
  98. RichardL.
    Jul 11, 2002
    10
    I give it two thumbs up. Its a must see movie.
  99. TammyD.
    Jul 18, 2002
    10
    Vin is absolutely awesome in this movie.
  100. LizB.
    Jul 2, 2002
    10
    No doubt about my score, its a deffiant 10!! Vin Diesel is my favorite actor and Michelle Rodriguez is my favorite actress- my favorite actress and my favorite actor in the same movie...thats gotta rock! Plus there together too! even better! boy would I love to be in Michelle's shoes in the movie haha. Well, this movie was all time best movie ever!!
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 29 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 29
  2. Negative: 5 out of 29
  1. 60
    Strictly where the boys are: posing, posturing, and talking engine envy.
  2. 20
    The Fast and the Furious is "Rebel Without a Cause" without a cause. The young and the restless with gas fumes. The quick and the dead with skid marks.
  3. Something special about it. It's a formula movie, to be sure, but it's Formula One.