Paul Walker has always been an integral member of the Fast and Furious franchise. However, his stint in the franchise came to a halting stop ever since his accident. Paul Walker had shot half of Fast and Furious 7, and the rest of the film was completed with the help of his brothers, Caleb and Cody.
Ever since Fast and Furious 8 became a reality, there have been speculations that Paul Walker’s Brian O’Conner will be present in the film thanks to the CGI technology. Fans weren’t quite keen since they knew nothing could ever replace the actor and they didn’t want a botched appearance.
Yibada reported that Brian O’Conner might appear in Fast and Furious 8 with the help of Cody and Caleb Walker. There has been no official confirmation on this news yet. The official list of the cast members for Fast and Furious 8 doesn’t include Cody Walker’s name. Cody will either star as Brian O’Conner or play his brother.
According to Christian Times, Fast and Furious 8 newbie Scott Eastwood will play the role of Brian O’Conner’s brother. The character didn’t have any connection with O’Conner, but will now come in to join Dominic Toretto’s gang in his place.
Following the demise of Paul Walker, the writers decided to give his character a happy ending and wrote him off the plot by sending him to spend time with his family. He goes off bidding adieu to the dangerous life.
Scott Eastwood is likely to have all the skills that Brian O’Conner brought to the table. The production team has successfully kept all information connected to Scott Eastwood’s role under wrap.
Rumors suggest that he will work for the government operative, Mr. Nobody (Kurt Russell). Despite being called Mr. Nobody; the character knows everyone and will be able to dig up information about the O’Conner family and get Brian O’Conner’s brother on board.
Scott Eastwood and Paul Walker were close friends in real life, and the two looked uncannily similar. Their resemblance will make their characters more convincing on screen. Eastwood said that he would honor his friend with his performance in Fast and Furious 8.
Eastwood stated that he was honored to get the opportunity to add to the legacy of Paul Walker. Walker has been a significant influence in his life and was like his older brother, and it is a dream come true for him to be able to add to the Fast and Furious story and become a part of the family.
Fast and Furious 8 is likely to see all the characters from the franchise making a comeback, and each of them will have their story to tell. Rumors suggest that Fast and Furious 8 will be the last film from the franchise.
Given the popularity of the Fast and Furious franchise, there is a chance that there will be a spinoff of it. Talks are on, and according to Digital Spy, Fast and Furious 8 might set the tone for a trilogy.
Vin Diesel, who stars in the franchise as Dominic Toretto, also happens to be a producer. He teased the fans with an image that shows the dates of Fast and Furious 8, Fast and Furious 9 and Fast and Furious 10. This photo has given rise to speculations that Fast and Furious 8 might be the beginning of a trilogy!
There’s official confirmation that Oscar-winning actress Charlize Theron will also be a part of Fast and Furious 8.
Fast and Furious 7 was a huge success and Fast and Furious 8 is expected to follow suit. With F. Gary Gray directing the film, there is a chance that the movie will get an added boost. Gary Gray is an award-winning director, best known as the filmmaker of Straight Outta Compton.