Vin Diesel is once again slipping on the goggles and stepping into the shadows. After over a decade of fan demand and cryptic updates, Riddick 4: Furya has officially been greenlit, and production is ramping up. The fourth film in the dark, sci-fi action saga will see Diesel return as the lethal and legendary Riddick—this time journeying back to his mysterious homeworld, Furya.
The Franchise Lives On
The Riddick films have long stood apart from traditional sci-fi blockbusters. Blending survival horror, dystopian space fantasy, and a deeply solitary antihero, the series started with Pitch Black (2000), expanded with The Chronicles of Riddick (2004), and reconnected with its gritty roots in Riddick (2013).
Now, Furya promises to be the most personal and revealing chapter yet.
“We’ve been talking about Furya for years, and now we finally get to explore it,” Diesel shared on Instagram, teasing early concept art. “It’s a brutal world. It forged Riddick, and now it may be the only place that can save him—or destroy him.”
What We Know So Far
David Twohy returns as director and screenwriter, continuing his creative partnership with Diesel. The plot remains largely under wraps, but sources close to the project say the film will introduce other surviving Furyans—and not all of them will be allies.
Expect a darker tone, intense combat sequences, and the return of Riddick’s primal edge. This isn’t just about survival—it’s about legacy.
Production is set to begin later in 2025, with a tentative release window targeted for 2026 or early 2027.
Fan Excitement Reignites
Riddick’s cult following never faded, and Diesel has kept the character alive through teases, interviews, and even video game development. With Riddick 4: Furya moving forward, fans are hopeful it could spark a new wave of stories in this universe—or at the very least, give the antihero the finale he deserves.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the world of Riddick, this next chapter is already generating serious hype.