Fresh off the massive success of Top Gun: Maverick, producers Jerry Bruckheimer and Chad Oman are bringing audiences a high-octane cinematic experience that has been generating immense buzz.
A Dream Team Behind the Wheel
JUNE 16: (L-R) Jerry Bruckheimer, Brad Pitt, Lewis Hamilton, Tim Cook, Damson Idris and Eddy Cue attends the World Premiere of F1® The Movie in Times Square on June 16, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Warner Bros. Pictures)
The project boasts an impressive roster of talent. Brad Pitt, a two-time Academy Award winner, takes the lead role, while Joseph Kosinski, who masterfully helmed Top Gun: Maverick, directs. The script is penned by Ehren Kruger, also from the Top Gun: Maverick team, ensuring a thrilling and well-crafted narrative. Adding to the authenticity, seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton is on board as a producer, providing invaluable insights into the sport.
Filming on the Real Track
One of the most exciting aspects of this film is its commitment to authenticity. The production was granted unprecedented access to real Formula 1 events. Pitt was seen at various Grand Prix weekends, including Silverstone, where a custom-built, modified F2 car was reportedly used for filming on the actual track.
This dedication to practical effects and on-location shooting suggests an immersive cinematic experience that will truly capture the speed and spectacle of F1. What truly excites audiences about this approach is the promise of minimal reliance on exaggerated CGI, a common crutch in many recent movies, ensuring a more authentic and visceral feel to the high-speed action.
Brad Pitt, star of the upcoming Formula One based movie, F1, and Damson Idris, co-star of the upcoming Formula One based movie, F1 interact in the Paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 05, 2024 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)
Movie Plot
The movie “F1” centers on Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt), a retired Formula 1 driver from the 1990s whose career was cut short by a devastating crash, leading him to a quieter life that even includes taxi driving. He’s called back to the high-stakes world of F1 by his old friend and team owner, Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem), who needs Sonny to help save his struggling fictional APXGP team. Sonny’s mission isn’t just to drive, but also to mentor the team’s hotshot, albeit arrogant, rookie sensation, Joshua “Noah” Pearce (Damson Idris), navigating the complex team dynamics and their own rivalry as they strive to elevate APXGP from the back of the grid to championship contenders.
Star-Studded Premiere Kicks Off “F1” Excitement
The engines officially roared to life for Brad Pitt’s highly anticipated Formula 1 The engines officially roared to life for Brad Pitt’s highly anticipated Formula 1 film, “F1,” with a dazzling world premiere held on Monday, June 16, 2025, in New York City’s Times Square.
Hollywood’s elite, the film’s cast including Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, and Javier Bardem, and a remarkable roster of F1 legends and current drivers walked the red carpet. Among the familiar faces igniting the excitement were seven-time world champion and film producer Lewis Hamilton, along with Charles Leclerc, George Russell, Pierre Gasly, Franco Colapinto, Lando Norris, Carlos Sainz Jr., Yuki Tsunoda, Nico Hülkenberg, Esteban Ocon, Alex Albon, and others.
George Russell, Charles Leclerc, Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto attend the F1 Movie Premiere in New York City.
Early reactions from attendees hint at a thrilling and authentic portrayal of the motorsport, with many praising the film’s practical effects and intense on-track sequences.
Get Ready to Buckle Up!
The highly anticipated film will be finally here next week, hitting cinemas on Friday, June 27, 2025. Moviegoers can buckle up for an unparalleled journey into the heart of Formula 1. With the incredible talent involved and the unique access to the world’s most thrilling motorsport, this movie is set to be a cinematic event for both racing enthusiasts and action-movie lovers alike.
