The Fate Of The Furious: 12 Critical Reactions You Need To Know

9. Helen Mirren's Role Is "Small But Critical"

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Though CinemaCon attendees were required to keep their reactions spoiler-free, that didn't stop word getting out on Helen Mirren's cameo in the film.

While the exact nature of her part remains under wraps, it's known that she plays Magdalene Shaw, mother of Owen and Deckard, and apparently her brief appearance is both highly entertaining and extremely instrumental for future movies.

Let's face it: everyone wants to see Dame Helen driving a supped-up sports car, so while that apparently doesn't happen in this film, it absolutely has to in the next one, right?

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