Fast & Furious: Spy Racers
A solid choice
Ages 9–13First shown 2019
Tony Toretto, Dominic Toretto's cousin, is recruited by a government agency together with his friends to infiltrate an elite racing league serving as a front for a crime organization called SH1FT3R that is bent on world domination.
Our verdict
- Good influence 3/5
- Parent appeal 3/5
- Well made 3/5
Calm and gentle
Reviewers are divided on this animated spinoff, with many praising its commitment to themes of family, diverse representation, and exciting vehicle designs. However, others criticize the stiff character animation and a plot that relies on illegal or reckless behavior without realistic consequences. It generally offers a lighthearted action experience that some parents enjoy, though others find it lacks depth.
Why these scores
Good influence
Does it show behaviour you'd be happy to see copied?
3out of 5
The series receives mixed reviews for its portrayal of behavior. While many highlight strong themes of loyalty, teamwork, and diverse, capable characters, others are concerned by the glorification of illegal street racing, hacking, and a lack of consequences for reckless actions.
Parent appeal
Will you enjoy watching it with them?
3out of 5
Opinions on adult enjoyment are sharply divided. Some reviews praise it as a fun, relaxing experience for parents to share with their children, while several others find the plots predictable and the writing too 'infantilised' to be tolerable.
Well made
Are the writing, animation and sound made with care?
3out of 5
The technical execution is uneven; while the vehicle designs and high-speed racing sequences are praised for being sharp and realistic, the human animation is frequently described as stiff and jerky. There are also conflicting reports on the writing, with some finding it witty and others calling it formulaic or unnatural.
Watch-outs
Calm and gentle
The show is consistently described as fast-paced with non-stop, high-tempo action sequences. However, commentary suggests this intensity is appropriate for the target primary and tween audience rather than being chaotically overwhelming.
Toy-led: not enough data
We haven't found enough independent sources to say yet.
Grating audio: not enough data
We haven't found enough independent sources to say yet.
Where to watch
Stream for free
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DVD and Blu-ray
Last updated 18 October 2026.