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F1: The Movie Returns to IMAX as Global Box Office Tops $550 Million

Apple’s return to large-format screens underscores the racing drama’s continued momentum as a premium theatrical event.

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Apple's 'F1 The Movie' returns to theaters in IMAX
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Overview

  • F1: The Movie has grossed over $550 million worldwide since its June 27 debut, making it Brad Pitt’s highest-earning feature and Apple Original Films’ biggest theatrical release to date.
  • The film has generated $85 million from IMAX screenings alone, the highest IMAX total of any release this year and accounting for 23% of its North American opening weekend.
  • Select IMAX theaters will begin re-showing F1: The Movie on August 8, with a wider rollout to additional IMAX and large-format screens on August 15; tickets are on sale now.
  • Shot with newly designed IMAX-certified digital cameras and presented in a 1.90:1 aspect ratio with a custom sound mix, the film was crafted to maximize the IMAX Experience.
  • Formula One Group credits the movie for driving a one-time revenue spike this quarter, contributing to a 40% year-over-year increase in earnings to reach $1 billion.