The Rock Found His Fast & Furious Replacement 6 Years Ago - So Why Is Another Sequel Taking So Long?

While Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson seems to have already worked out a perfect replacement for the Fast & Furious franchise, the progress of this series has still been frustratingly slow. The Rock’s movie career has been incredibly impressive, but his star power isn’t always enough to fuel an entire franchise. From Jungle Cruise to Black Adam to Southland Tales, The Rock has appeared in plenty of movies that were not financially successful enough to warrant an immediate string of sequels and spinoffs. His role in the Fast & Furious franchise ensures that The Rock remains a huge box office draw, but not a consistent one.