Apple Original Films is taking audiences on a high-speed ride with its upcoming racing drama, "F1". Directed by Joseph Kosinski and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Chad Oman, Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner and Lewis Hamilton, the film stars Brad Pitt as a former Formula 1 driver who returns to the sport and mentors Damson Idris's character. Filming has taken place at actual Formula 1 events like British Grand Prix and Rolex 24 at Daytona sportscar race. The movie is set to hit international theaters on June 25, 2025, with a North American release on June 27, 2025.
In the film, Pitt plays Sonny Hayes, a former Formula 1 driver who returns to the sport and mentors Damson Idris's character Joshua Pearce on the fictional APXGP team. Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, Tobias Menzies, Sarah Niles, Kim Bodnia and Samson Kayo also star in the film. The movie was filmed at actual Formula 1 events and will feature a diverse set of filming locations including Silverstone in England, Hungaroring in Hungary, Spa Francorchamps in Belgium, Circuit Zandvoort in the Netherlands, Las Vegas Strip Circuit and Yas Marina Circuit Abu Dhabi. Other locations featured in the film include circuits in Japan and Mexico. The movie was filmed at actual Formula 1 events with collaboration from Formula 1 and the F1 community.
The source also confirms that Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, Tobias Menzies, Sarah Niles, Kim Bodnia and Samson Kayo all have significant roles in the film. The movie was filmed at actual Formula 1 events with collaboration from Formula 1 and the F1 community. Apple Original Films is distributing the movie in theaters internationally on June 25, 2025, with Warner Bros. Pictures handling distribution in North America on June 27, 2025.
In addition to its star-studded cast and unique filming process, 'F1' also stands out for its commitment to accuracy and realism. The movie's custom-built Formula 2 cars were designed to look like Formula 1 cars while being fast enough for the actors to learn how to handle them. The film's production team worked closely with members of Formula 1, including Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes CEO Toto Wolff, to create these vehicles. The movie also filmed at actual Grand Prix weekends, allowing for a seamless integration of the fictional APXGP team into real-life Formula 1 events.
Overall, 'F1' promises to be an immersive and thrilling cinematic experience that captures the excitement and adrenaline of Formula 1 racing. With its star-studded cast, innovative filming process, and commitment to accuracy and realism, the movie is sure to be a must-see for fans of racing and action films alike.
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