‘Fast and Furious 8’ Cast Update: Brian O’Conner returns in the form of Cody Walker; Charlize Theron as the sequel's antagonist

"Fast and Furious 8" is coming fast after the massive success of its predecessor "Furious 7" last year. It shouldn't come as a surprise but a major character is slated to be involved in the upcoming sequel. Meanwhile, a female character will be added in the franchise as its new villain.

Vin Diesel is still not finished with his antics as an 8^th installment is coming in the"Fast and Furious" franchise, but what's more interesting is Brian O' Conner's return in the next film. According to Breathe Cast, Paul Walker's character Brian O' Conner will be appearing in the upcoming sequel. NBC Universe Vice Chairman Ron Meyer revealed that his role is not done yet and that they they have tapped his younger brother, Cody, to take his place, one more time. It is notable that O'Conner didn't die in the last scene as he only departed to focus on his family with Mia Toretto.

Meanwhile, since there have been numerous villains involving male, it's about time to feature a female one. Yibada wrote that the film has recently snatched "Mad Max: Fury Road" star Charlize Theron to play antagonist in the film. The actress is currently attached to "The Gray Man" and joining the squad in Fast and Furious 8 could be included in her schedule. Theron played Furiosa in "Mad Max: Fury Road" which featured a long car chase scene much like the "Fast and Furious" franchise.

Meanwhile, lead actor Vin Diesel hinted that the franchise is taking another trilogy before departing, as reported by Jobs N Hire. "Fast and Furious 8" would be the first film in the proposed trilogy which is hitting theaters on 2017 while the Fast and Furious 9 on 2019 and ending the saga in 2021 for "Fast and Furious 10". The actor detailed this on his Instagram post saying "2 Decades, 10 films, 1 saga" which indicate that fans will be seeing more muscles cars and action scenes soon.

"Fast and Furious 8" Is the upcoming 8^th installment in the very successful "Fast and Furious" franchise that started in 2001. The film will star Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham while recurring actors might be Tyrese Gibson, Michelle Rodriguez, and Ludacris. "Fast and Furious 8" is expected to hit theaters on April 14, 2017.