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Harry Fletcher

Fast and Furious 9 delayed by a year due to coronavirus

Fast and Furious 9 has been delayed by a year due to coronavirus.

The film was due to be released on May 22, but it's now been announced that the movie will come out on April 21, 2021.

A statement on the Fast and Furious Facebook page read: "We feel all the love and the anticipation you have for the next chapter in our saga. That's why it's especially tough to let you know that we have to move the release date of the film.

"It's become clear that it won't be possible for all of our fans around the world to see the film this May. While we know there is disappointment in having to wait a little while longer, this move is made with the safety of everyone as our foremost consideration."

It continued: "Moving will allow our global family to experience our new chapter together. We'll see you next spring."

The movie is the latest to be postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, with A Quiet Place 2, Peter Rabbit 2 and No Time to Die all affected.

The ninth instalment of the Fast and Furious franchise stars the likes of Vin Diesel, John Cena, Nathalie Emmanuel, Charlize Theron, Helen Mirren and Michelle Rodriguez.

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