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F1: The Movie Nears $550M Global Gross as It Eyes New Box Office Records

Strong IMAX engagement alongside solid global turnout is driving Apple’s first major theatrical hit toward a $550 million milestone.

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Damson Idris in F1: The Movie. Image: XPB Images
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Brad Pitt stars as Gerry Lane, surrounded by survivors, in World War Z

Overview

  • As of August 3, F1 has grossed $531.9 million worldwide, including $170.3 million in North America and $361.6 million internationally.
  • The film sits about $20 million short of overtaking World War Z’s $540.45 million global haul to become Brad Pitt’s highest-grossing release.
  • Domestically, F1 is within $5 million of surpassing F9’s $173.0 million post-COVID record for a racing film in North America.
  • Produced on a reported $200–300 million budget with up to $100 million in marketing, F1 stands as Apple Studios’ largest theatrical investment and first major box office success.
  • Strong holds in key markets like North America, India and China alongside premium IMAX screenings underpin projections that F1 will cross $550 million and reach profitability this weekend.