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F1: The Movie Posts Apple Studios’ Strongest Opening Weekend

Shot at live Grand Prix events with Lewis Hamilton’s creative input, the film topped charts with a $55.6 million North American debut.

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Brad Pitt, Lewis Hamilton and Damson Idris attend the premiere for the film "F1 The Movie" in New York City, U.S., June 16, 2025. REUTERS/Kylie Cooper/File Photo

Overview

  • F1: The Movie grossed $55.6 million in the United States and Canada, securing the top spot on domestic charts during its opening weekend.
  • The film amassed $144 million globally, driven by $88.4 million from international markets and a ₹5.25 crore opening day in India.
  • Audiences awarded the drama an A grade on CinemaScore while Rotten Tomatoes reflects a 97% audience score and an 83% critic rating.
  • This release marks Apple Studios’ first major box office hit, outpacing its previous theatrical efforts to become the studio’s highest-grossing title to date.
  • Directed by Joseph Kosinski and shaped by seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton’s story contributions, the high-budget production leveraged real Grand Prix footage to heighten authenticity.