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Brad Pitt’s F1 Drama Merges High-Speed Stunts With His Journey to Recovery

Shot during real Grand Prix weekends, the film mirrors Pitt’s journey of redemption through candid revelations of his battle with alcohol dependency.

Overview

  • F1 premiered on June 25, 2025, with Brad Pitt starring as Sonny Hayes, a former Formula 1 champion returning to the track after a thirty-year hiatus.
  • The production used genuine Grand Prix circuits and cars, featuring Pitt performing his own driving stunts that reached 197 mph.
  • Pitt has openly discussed his post-divorce struggle with alcohol, crediting Alcoholics Anonymous meetings with helping him rebuild his life.
  • Directed by Joseph Kosinski and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer alongside Lewis Hamilton, the film co-stars Javier Bardem and Damson Idris and has earned praise for its relentless, immersive pacing.
  • Brad Pitt attended the London premiere with partner Ines De Ramon, marking one of his first major red carpet appearances since his separation.