Faster

The story centers on Driver, recently released from a 10-year prison sentence, who sets out to track down those who killed his brother. His quest for revenge intersects with a cop and a hitman, creating a tense triangle of pursuit and confrontation. The film balances action sequences with moments of character-driven drama.

Dwayne Johnson leads the cast, bringing a physical intensity to the role, supported by Billy Bob Thornton as a relentless hitman and Oliver Jackson-Cohen as a determined detective. Maggie Grace and Carla Gugino add depth to the supporting cast, while Tom Berenger provides a seasoned presence. The film was produced by Castle Rock Entertainment, State Street Pictures, and CBS Films.

Faster was shot with a focus on gritty realism and tight pacing, running just 98 minutes. It received mixed reviews but found an audience among fans of revenge narratives and action thrillers. Collectors might note the film’s place in Dwayne Johnson’s early action career, before his rise to mainstream blockbuster status.

The film was released on common physical formats including DVD and Blu-ray. For collectors, owning Faster provides insight into a transitional period for the star and director George Tillman Jr., who is better known for dramatic works. The film’s straightforward genre approach contrasts with some of the more stylized action films of the era.