A secret prequel movie was actually how theFast & Furiousfranchise debuted one of its strongest characters.

Thechronological order of theFast & Furiousmovieshas been admittedly difficult to track for a while.

However, they took place before the third released film,TokyoDrift, chronologically.

Han in a promo from Fast & Furious 9.

The reason for this is a subsequent retcon implemented by franchise director Justin Lin.

Lin also wanted Han fromBetter Luck Tomorrowto be the focus ofTokyo Driftand made his dream a reality.

Since Han was revealed to be alive in the F9 trailer, theories emerged about his survival.

Letty, Dom and Roman in Fast X

Here’s how he actually survived the explosive car wreck.

This allowed Han to appear in furtherFast & Furiousmovies, includingF9, Fast X, and the upcomingFast 11.

Moreover, Lin has had his name attached to some major Hollywood productions.

Vin Diesel as Dominic Toretto in front of a car in Fast & Furious

Lin directed the third installment in the rebootedStar Trekseries,Star Trek Beyond,which received critical acclaim.

Dante Reyes, Brian O’Connor, Han Lue, and Vin Diesel from the Fast & Furious franchise, above an explosion-based background

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Justin Lin with his arms crossed next to Han Lue smirking in Fast & Furious (2001-)

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