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Apple’s F1 Movie Surpasses $500 Million to Become Studio’s Top Box Office Hit

With a $509 million late-July haul, the Brad Pitt drama approaches Apple’s investment recovery before returning to IMAX screens on August 8

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Apple pushed its F1 movie in the Wallet app. Image: Apple
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Overview

  • F1 has grossed approximately $509 million worldwide through late July, with $165 million from the U.S. market and $344 million overseas.
  • The film now stands as Apple Original Films’ highest-grossing theatrical release, surpassing predecessors such as Napoleon ($221 million) and Killers of the Flower Moon ($158 million).
  • Industry forecasts predict F1 could reach between $550 million and $600 million, positioning it to overtake World War Z as Brad Pitt’s top solo-lead earner.
  • A planned IMAX re-release on August 8 is expected to boost ticket sales and move the title closer to its near-$600 million break-even threshold.
  • Early discussions of a sequel and a potential Days of Thunder crossover reflect Apple’s exploration of an F1 franchise.