AceShowbiz - The trailer for The Furious has arrived, promising to deliver one of 2026’s most intense and violent revenge thrillers. This high-energy martial arts film, originating from Hong Kong, made a strong impression when it premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival last year. Now, it is set to launch worldwide as the kickoff to the summer blockbuster season.

The Furious centers on Wang Wei, played by Xie Miao (known for The God of Gamblers Returns), a modest tradesman whose quiet life is shattered when his beloved daughter is abducted by a shadowy criminal syndicate. With corrupt police and countless enemies standing in their way, Wang Wei teams up with journalist Navin, portrayed by Joe Taslim (The Raid: Redemption), who is also searching desperately for his missing wife. Together, they face overwhelming odds, relying on their sheer, unrelenting fury to fight back.

The trailer showcases a relentless barrage of fight sequences involving fists, feet, and an arsenal of weapons. Among the standout moments is a bone-crushing scene featuring a sledgehammer, and a particularly brutal scene involving the use of teeth, underlining the film's commitment to raw, visceral action. The question driving the story is whether Wang Wei and Navin can rescue their loved ones and if anyone who opposes them will survive their wrath.

The Furious will open in theaters nationwide on May 29, 2026, inviting audiences to brace themselves for a cinematic experience marked by intense combat and emotional stakes.

Director Kenji Tanigaki, known for his work on SPL, revealed in an interview at TIFF with Collider’s Steve Weintraub that the film was shot in a notably efficient 60-day schedule. Impressively, 18 of those days were dedicated to a single, massive action sequence set in a police station. The production minimized stunt doubles, with most actors performing their own stunts, contributing to the authentic and visceral feel of the film.

The original cut of the movie was an ambitious four hours long but was skillfully trimmed to a lean and impactful 1 hour and 52 minutes of nonstop action. This tight runtime promises an intense viewing experience without any unnecessary padding.

Alongside Xie Miao and Joe Taslim, the cast includes Yang Enyou (Lighting Up the Stars), Brian Le (Everything Everywhere All at Once), and Joey Iwanaga (Alice in Borderland), assembling a talented ensemble that delivers both martial arts prowess and dramatic depth.

The screenplay was crafted by Mak Tin Shu, Lei Zhilong, Shum Kwan Sin, and Frank Hui, while production was overseen by Bill Kong, Shan Tam, and Frank Hui. Lionsgate will handle the North American release, adding The Furious to its portfolio of action-heavy films, a niche it has notably cultivated with franchises like John Wick.

Fans of adrenaline-fueled martial arts cinema should mark their calendars for May 29, 2026, when The Furious storms into theaters. With its combination of gritty revenge narrative, high-stakes action, and committed performances, the film is poised to become a standout in the genre this year.

Stay tuned for further updates and exclusive coverage on The Furious as its release date approaches.