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F1: The Movie Debuts to Rave Reviews and Strong Box Office Outlook

The theatrical debut drew praise for IMAX-grade racing sequences with a $40–50 million North American opening projected.

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Brad Pitt in ‘F1: The Movie.'

Overview

  • F1: The Movie premiered internationally on June 25 and opened in North American cinemas on June 27 after acclaimed press screenings in New York and London.
  • The film holds an 84% Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes alongside a 97% audience rating, driven by praise for its immersive visuals and sound design.
  • Domestic box office trackers forecast a $40–50 million opening weekend as the movie capitalizes on growing mainstream interest in Formula 1.
  • Real F1 drivers including Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz Jr. lauded the cinematic spectacle and potential to attract new fans while noting its Hollywood-style embellishments.
  • A mid-credits scene offers bonus footage, encouraging viewers to stay in their seats through the end of the credits.