“Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw”, directed by David Leitch, is a turbo-charged spinoff pitting Dwayne Johnson’s Hobbs against Jason Statham’s Shaw in a global battle against a cyber-enhanced foe. Joined by Vanessa Kirby’s MI6 agent, the duo delivers explosive action, sharp banter, and family-driven stakes in a high-octane Fast saga detour.

Johnson’s Herculean charisma anchors the film, his larger-than-life Hobbs clashing hilariously with Statham’s sly Shaw—their verbal sparring and brutal teamwork, like a London brawl, are pure fun. Kirby’s fierce Hattie adds emotional stakes, while Idris Elba’s superhuman villain oozes menace. Leitch’s action pedigree shines in jaw-dropping set pieces—a Samoan showdown, a skyscraper chase—with kinetic cinematography and Tyler Bates’ pulsing score. The 137-minute runtime leans into excess, but the plot’s tech-heavy twists feel convoluted, and some humor misfires. The film’s focus on loyalty and heritage, with Pacific Islander roots for Hobbs, grounds the chaos, though it lacks the main saga’s ensemble warmth.

“Hobbs & Shaw” is a brash, thrilling ride, with Johnson’s star power as its nitro boost.

Rating: 6.8/10