Not every attraction closure comes with a proper send off, but Universal Studios Florida is making sure this one does. Fast & Furious Supercharged is wrapping up its run today, complete with Brian's actual 1994 Toyota Supra parked out front and a DJ setting the mood for the occasion. For guests who've made a habit of riding through the family's warehouse headquarters over the years, today is the real deadline, and there's a lot worth knowing about both this final day and what Universal has lined up to keep the franchise alive at its parks going forward.
Today Marks the End of the Road
Fast & Furious Supercharged is taking its final spin today at Universal Studios Florida. Per Universal Orlando's own social media account, wristbands are required for anyone hoping to snag one of the last rides, and there's an additional distribution round set aside specifically for Passholder Nights, giving annual passholders their own dedicated shot at a farewell ride.
The scene outside the attraction has apparently matched the moment, with Brian's 1994 Toyota Supra, one of the most iconic vehicles from the entire franchise, sitting on display, and a DJ setting up to bring some extra energy to the closing hours. If you're at the park today, this is a genuine last chance situation, not something you can casually push off to a future visit.
Looking Back at What Made This Ride Special
Fast & Furious Supercharged opened its doors in Orlando back in 2018, bringing the world of the blockbuster franchise directly into Universal Studios Florida. Guests entered through a queue designed to look like the family's own warehouse headquarters and garage, packed with recognizable cars and props straight from the films, before stepping into an indoor, 3D, screen based ride that dropped them into a high speed chase through the streets of Los Angeles.
The experience leaned heavily on the franchise's biggest names, with recorded performances from Vin Diesel as Dom, Ludacris as Tej, and Jordana Brewster as Mia, supplemented by live actors performing in person throughout the pre-show and ride. Riders found themselves pulled into a chase involving both the FBI and franchise antagonist Owen Shaw, played by Luke Evans, escalating the tension right up to the finale.
Vin Diesel reflected on the attraction back at its 2018 debut, and his comments still capture exactly what the ride was going for. “You're going to have memories of scenes that you've seen in this franchise that are going to take you back to those moments you love that made this saga what it is,” he said at the time. “You're going to feel what it's like to be part of the family.”
A January 2026 press release from the park had originally pointed to a planned closure sometime in 2027, but that timeline shifted earlier, bringing today's closure into play well ahead of what guests were originally told to expect. The Hollywood version of the ride, which debuted back in 2015, already closed in 2025, meaning today officially closes the book on Supercharged at both Universal parks.
Universal Isn't Done With the Franchise Just Yet
Even with Supercharged closing, Universal has no intention of walking away from Fast & Furious altogether. The studio is preparing to launch Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, a new outdoor roller coaster debuting in California this summer, with an Orlando version expected to follow in 2027. It's worth pointing out that this isn't a direct physical replacement for Supercharged. Hollywood Drift is actually taking over the space formerly occupied by the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster, which means Universal is handing the franchise off to an entirely different location rather than rebuilding on the exact footprint Supercharged currently occupies.
Hollywood Drift puts guests behind the wheel of some of the franchise's most recognizable cars, launching riders nearly 17 stories skyward during a dramatic 170 foot vertical spike. Universal describes the ride as delivering “the exhilarating sensation of 360-degree drifting” as guests race through a series of intense maneuvers above the outskirts of Universal CityWalk. According to a July report from the Los Angeles Times, the Hollywood version of the coaster is already deep into technical rehearsals ahead of an official opening date announcement, suggesting that version is getting close to ready for guests.
Universal has framed Hollywood Drift as part of an already impressive coaster lineup across its resorts, positioning it as another sign of the growth and innovation happening throughout Universal Destinations & Experiences.
The Franchise Keeps Moving Forward on Screen Too
This transition lines up with continued momentum for the Fast & Furious franchise itself. The eleventh and reportedly final installment, Fast Forever, is set for release in 2028. Vin Diesel also revealed during NBCUniversal's Upfront presentation in May that a Fast & Furious television series is coming to Peacock ahead of that final film. Between the new coaster and the franchise's expanding presence on streaming, it's clear this isn't the end of Fast & Furious at Universal, just a transition to a new format.
Planning Around This for Your Next Universal Visit
If you happen to be at Universal Studios Florida today, this is your only remaining chance to ride Fast & Furious Supercharged, so it's worth prioritizing before the day ends, especially with the wristband requirement in place for these final rides. Guests planning a visit further down the line should adjust their expectations accordingly. Supercharged won't be part of the park's lineup going forward, and its eventual replacement isn't scheduled to open in Orlando until 2027, leaving a gap where the franchise won't have a dedicated physical presence at Universal Orlando for a while.
For anyone who specifically wants a Fast & Furious themed ride sooner rather than later, Universal Studios Hollywood is the place to watch this summer as Hollywood Drift prepares to open, while Orlando guests will need to wait until 2027 for their own version.
Did you get out to ride Fast & Furious Supercharged before today's closure, or are you planning to check out Hollywood Drift once it opens? Tell us in the comments how your farewell ride went, we'd love to hear what you'll miss most about the original.
