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Alan Ritchson Fights Jason Statham in the $700M Action Hit Taking Over Prime Video
Alan Ritchson is enjoying a breakout year across streaming and film, with older titles resurging in popularity alongside new releases. His 2023 film Fast X, in which he starred opposite Jason Statham and Vin Diesel, has recently climbed back into the VOD top 10 on platforms including Prime Video and Apple TV in more than 15 countries, reflecting renewed audience interest in the franchise entry as Ritchson's profile continues to rise.
Fast X, the tenth instalment in the Fast & Furious franchise, cost around $350 million to make and grossed $704 million worldwide, narrowly turning a profit. It also streams on Peacock alongside other Universal releases. The resurgence comes as Ritchson prepares for a busy stretch: Reacher Season 4 arrives on Prime Video on 12 August, followed by spin-off Neagley on 16 September, while his Netflix sci-fi film War Machine has already surpassed 130 million views and secured a sequel; his new film Motor City also opens in cinemas next week.
In short
- Fast X surges into Prime Video and Apple TV's VOD top 10 charts.
- The 2023 blockbuster grossed $704M against a $350M budget.
- Ritchson also has Reacher Season 4, Neagley and Motor City coming soon.
Explained simply
Alan Ritchson is an American actor who has become increasingly prominent in the entertainment industry in recent years, particularly following his starring role in the Prime Video series Reacher. Fast X is a 2023 action film and the tenth instalment in the Fast & Furious franchise, a series known for its substantial budgets and large-scale action sequences. In the film, Ritchson appears alongside well-known action stars Jason Statham and Vin Diesel.
The film cost $350 million to produce and earned $704 million worldwide, representing a narrow profit margin for such an expensive production. It streams on Prime Video and Apple TV, where it has recently entered the top ten most-watched films across more than 15 countries, despite having been released in 2023.
As Ritchson's career has progressed and he has gained wider recognition, interest in his earlier film appearances has also increased. Fast X has experienced renewed viewership on streaming platforms as audiences discover or revisit Ritchson's involvement in the high-profile action film.