In Japan, the sixth movie in the franchise, which focused on Europe, was advertised as “Wild Speed: Euro Mission.” The seventh, “Wild Speed: Sky Mission,” included a scene featuring cars falling from a plane.

If the latest film’s performance in China (where it was called “Speed and Passion”) is any guide, changing movie titles can help boost ticket sales. Of the $432 million the movie made overseas on its opening weekend, $190 million came from China.

In Hong Kong, the movie was advertised as “Wild Speed” and in Taiwan as “The Moment You Play with Death.” (In Europe, the title was far more literal: “Fast and Furious 8.”)

Regardless of where you are, if you haven’t seen the film, here’s our review.

Patrick Boehler contributed reporting.

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