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Brad Pitt and Damson Idris Star in Upcoming Formula 1 Film 'F1'

Directed by Joseph Kosinski and produced by Lewis Hamilton, the film combines authentic racing action with a dramatic underdog story, set to release June 27.

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"F1" stars Damson Idris (left) and Brad Pitt arrive before the start of the Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit on Dec. 8, 2024.
US actor Brad Pitt (C), who is filming for the movie F1 directed by Joseph Kosinski, greets McLaren's British driver Lando Norris as he arrive before the start of the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi on December 8, 2024.

Overview

  • Brad Pitt and Damson Idris portray fictional Formula 1 drivers Sonny Hayes and Joshua Pearce, navigating tensions as teammates on an underdog team, APXGP.
  • Directed by Joseph Kosinski, known for 'Top Gun: Maverick,' the film aims to capture the intensity of Formula 1 racing with real cars and tracks.
  • Seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton served as a producer, ensuring the film's technical and narrative authenticity to the sport.
  • Actors trained extensively, with Pitt and Idris driving at speeds over 180 mph on actual F1 circuits during Grand Prix weekends in 2023 and 2024.
  • The film will premiere on June 27, featuring a global racing journey from Silverstone to Abu Dhabi, with real F1 drivers making cameo appearances.