A Formula One-inspired movie will star Brad Pitt as a veteran driver named Sonny Hayes and Damson Idris as his rookie teammate Joshua Peace.
The movie, made by Apple Original Films in collaboration with Formula One, features a partnership with all 10 teams and drivers, including Lewis Hamilton, who also has a stake in its production.
Apple has acquired the rights for $130-$140 million, excluding above-the-line compensation, and is partnering with Warner Bros. Pictures for its theatrical release, including a substantial theatrical window of at least 30 days.
Production began in 2023, with real-time filming during Grands Prix to capture the real-life tension of races.
The untitled film is set for a wide theatrical release in June 2025, with plans for IMAX screenings. Directed by Joseph Kosinski and co-produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Brad Pitt, and Lewis Hamilton's Dawn Apollo Films, the film features real F1 talent, scenes shot during Grand Prix weekends at actual tracks, and custom-built cars.
The ensemble cast includes Javier Bardem, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Sarah Niles, Kim Bodnia, Samson Kayo, and Lewis Hamilton himself.
The exact budget for the movie remains undisclosed, despite rumors of exceeding $300 million. Interest in Formula One has grown worldwide, putting a focus on the upcoming movie's significance.
Sources: Newsweek, New York Times, Republika.co.id, The Source, Airbag.uy, Autosport, Autospies, KPVI, Yardbarker, Variety, Deadline, Hollywood Reporter, The Wrap, Daily Mail, Just Jared.
This article was written in collaboration with Generative AI news company Alchemiq.
