For fans of The Fast and the Furious franchise, there were still a few pretty big questions hanging over the movie. Mainly, just what exactly was this movie going to be about ... other than fast cars that look real cool when they go real fast? Well, wonder no longer because Universal has announced the official title and the final plot synopsis for the latest installment of the racing franchise. Now titled Fast and Furious (yo, they left out the 'the!'), the story centers on reuniting Dom Torretto (Vin Diesel) and agent Brian O'Connor (Paul Walker) along with vets from the first film (Jordana Brewster and Michelle Rodriguez).

According to Universal's description, "When a crime brings them back to L.A., fugitive ex-con Dom Toretto (Diesel) reignites his feud with agent Brian O'Conner (Walker). But as they are forced to confront a shared enemy, Dom and Brian must give in to an uncertain new trust if they hope to outmanuever him."

So far there have been a few on-set photos, and don't forget there was an early script review from Latino Review back in November. It would seem that it might have been legit since it got some of the details right (including some spoilerific details regarding the fate of Rodrgiuez's character, Letty). Director Justin Lin is already talking about making one more film before retiring the series, but we'll have to wait to see how high gas prices climb first. Fast and Furious will arrive in theaters on June 5, 2009.

Not long ago, a friend of mine was auditioning for a role in Fast and the Furious 4. I never found out how that went, but we had fun running through the script pages he had; showing him how to get into character. (As if I know what I'm talking about -- heck, he probably lost the role based on what we told him to do.) Anyway, there's been lots of buzz surrounding part four, seeing as both Vin Diesel and Paul Walker are reprising their roles from the earlier films. Well, JFX Online (those folks who stake out film sets and snap photos) have posted a few photos and a video from the set of Fast and the Furious 4. We get our first look at Vin Diesel (above), as well as Paul Walker (after the jump) and a bunch of the vehicles being used in the flick (see video). Fast cars. Fast women. AND Vin Diesel. Is your mouth watering yet?

In addition to the Fast and the Furious photos, JFX Online was also stalking the set of Adam Sandler's new film Bedtime Stories, and managed to get the first pic of Sandler holding an umbrella for a scene that features ... gumballs falling from the sky? We've included that photo after the jump for you to check out; Bedtime Stories follows a dude (Sandler) who realizes that, after reading bedtime stories to his nephews, the characters suddenly come to life. It's due out this Christmas.

We've heard rumors for quite some time now, but it seems there is truth behind them: Vin Diesel and Paul Walker have officially bottomed out. Well, their careers cars have, that is. According to The Hollywood Reporter, both actors are in negotiations to reunite on the big screen for a fourth installment in the popular Fast and the Furious franchise. But wait, it gets better -- check out HR's description of the premise: "The story line is being kept under wraps, but fast cars are involved." Gee, ya think? Justin Lin, who directed Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift will once again step behind the camera for part four, while Chris Morgan returns to write the script. Neil Moritz and Diesel will produce.

All we know at this time is that shooting will take place this spring in Los Angeles, Mexico and the Dominican Republic. Folks should remember how Diesel showed up for a cameo at the end of Tokyo Drift, and since fans went apesh*t over his appearance, the actor was convinced he had at least one more race in him. Walker, on the other hand, showed up in 2 Fast 2 Furious, but did not return for part three. And since I barely even remember the first film, I'm not exactly sure where each character is at (story-wise) heading into this fourth flick. But I trust fans of the series will be pretty stoked to hear this news. Currently, there's no word on a release date or further additions to the cast.

Odds and ends from Thursday:

• Have you jumped on the Dane Cook bandwagon yet? No? What are you waiting for -- the guy is totally freaking awesome! Seriously though, his stand-up is spectacular. His acting? Eh, I'm not impressed yet. However, that doesn't stop the man from lining up role after role. His latest pic, Good Luck Chuck, was recently rescued by Lionsgate after New Line left it in development limbo for quite awhile. Story surrounds a self-centered dentist who finds himself in a situation where every girl he meets winds up finding their soul mate after dating him. This lack of commitment thing works out great until he eventually falls in love with one of the women.
• Universal and Imagine Entertainment have tapped Pete Tong director Michael Dowse to helm Kids in America, with Topher Grace attached to star. Brian Grazer will produce the film which is said to be about a college kid pursuing his dream girl while attending a wild and crazy Labor Day bash. Based on the description, it kind of sounds like Can't Hardly Wait: The College Years. In fact, Topher and Ethan Embry sort of look the same. Oh, I know I'm not the only one who sees it -- admit it people! 
• And here you thought Vin Diesel had had enough of the Fast and the Furious. Shame on you for thinking the actor would turn down a chance to appear in a sequel to the film that made him. With Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift attracting decent buzz, word is that Vin Diesel is telling people he'll be returning for a fourth installment. Who is he telling? Well, does Latino singer Dom Omar count? Apparently Diesel attended one of the musician's parties and, while probably drunk and stoned off his face, disclosed he was involved in the Fast sequel and asked Omar to get in on the Furious 4 soundtrack. Seriously Vin, please go away -- you're scaring my future children. Thanks.