Particle.news
Download on the App Store

‘F1’ Sequel Talks Underway as Apple and Joseph Kosinski Explore Next Chapter for Brad Pitt’s Racer

Early interest is public, with the December 12 streaming launch expected to help determine whether Apple orders a sequel.

Overview

  • Director Joseph Kosinski says he and producers have begun “dreaming up” a follow-up focused on Sonny Hayes and APXGP, stressing it is still exploratory.
  • Apple CEO Tim Cook says a sequel “is being talked about” and has held meetings with executive producer Lewis Hamilton regarding the project.
  • Producer Jerry Bruckheimer indicates willingness to return and has mentioned Melbourne as a location they would like to feature next time.
  • The film has earned about $600–631 million worldwide, becoming Apple Studios’ highest-grossing theatrical release and cited as the top-grossing sports movie.
  • Apple Original Films will debut F1: The Movie on Apple TV on December 12, with viewing engagement expected to weigh on any formal greenlight.