F1 (also known as F1 the Movie) is an upcoming American sports drama directed by Joseph Kosinski, with a screenplay by Ehren Kruger. The film is set against the backdrop of the Formula One World Championship and has been developed in collaboration with the FIA, the sport’s governing body. The cast features Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, and Javier Bardem.
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🎬 Plot Overview
The story centers on Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt), a former Formula One driver from the 1990s who, after a devastating crash, retires from the sport and competes in other racing disciplines. He is approached by his old friend and team owner, Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem), to mentor a young and talented driver, Joshua “Noah” Pearce (Damson Idris), for the fictional Apex Grand Prix team (APXGP). Hayes returns to the F1 circuit to guide Pearce through the challenges of the racing world.
🎭 Cast
- Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes
- Damson Idris as Joshua “Noah” Pearce
- Kerry Condon as Kate, APXGP’s technical director
- Tobias Menzies as Banning
- Kim Bodnia as Kaspar, APXGP’s team principal
- Javier Bardem as Ruben Cervantes, Hayes’ former teammate and APXGP owner
- Shea Whigham as Chip Hart
- Sarah Niles as Bernadette Pearce, Joshua’s mother
- Simone Ashley and Abdul Salis in undisclosed roles
Notably, real-life Formula One drivers from the 2023 season, including Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton, and Charles Leclerc, appear as themselves, adding authenticity to the film’s portrayal of the sport.
🎥 Production Details
The project was announced in December 2021, with a bidding war among major studios and streaming platforms. Apple Studios secured the rights, reportedly paying $30 million for Brad Pitt’s involvement. The film is produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Joseph Kosinski, Lewis Hamilton, Brad Pitt, Jeremy Kleiner, Dede Gardner, and Chad Oman.
Filming took place during actual Formula One race weekends in locations such as the UK, Hungary, Belgium, the Netherlands, Italy, Mexico, and Las Vegas, concluding at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in December 2024. The production aimed for realism by integrating the film’s fictional team, APXGP, into real F1 events.
🎶 Soundtrack
The film’s score is composed by Hans Zimmer, marking his second collaboration with director Joseph Kosinski after Top Gun: Maverick. The soundtrack, titled F1 the Album, features a diverse lineup of artists, including Don Toliver, Doja Cat, Ed Sheeran, Rosé, Tate McRae, Raye, Burna Boy, Roddy Ricch, Dom Dolla, Chris Stapleton, Tiësto, Sexyy Red, Myke Towers, Madison Beer, and Peggy Gou. The album is set to release on June 27, 2025, coinciding with the film’s North American theatrical release.
📅 Release Information
- International Theatrical Release: June 25, 2025
- U.S. and Canada Theatrical Release: June 27, 2025
- Streaming Release: Available on Apple TV+ at a later date
Warner Bros. Pictures will handle the theatrical, home entertainment, and digital purchase distribution, while Apple retains the streaming rights. The film will also be released in IMAX format.
