'F9' took a car into space, but 5 years on, just how ridiculous was the scene? We asked the experts
Experts analyze the scientific plausibility of a scene from the film 'F9' where a car is launched into space. While the film prioritizes entertainment over physics, the experts note that some elements of the sequence are less ridiculous than they initially appear.
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Space Movies & Shows 'F9' took a car into space, but 5 years on, just how ridiculous was the scene? We asked the experts News By Sergio Pereira published 25 June 2026 Even Universal Pictures thought it was silly when Fast & Furious took a car into space in 2021. Pump the brakes on the jokes, though, as the experts reveal there's more to this scene than meets the eye.
The article is a lighthearted cultural critique that maintains a neutral, objective stance on the film's scientific accuracy.
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