Overview

• The film opened June 27 in theaters worldwide through Warner Bros. Pictures and Apple TV+, marking Joseph Kosinski’s return after Top Gun: Maverick.
• Lewis Hamilton served as producer and advisor, facilitating access to team principals and ensuring technical accuracy on and off the track.
• Brad Pitt stars as ex–Formula One driver Sonny Hayes alongside Damson Idris as rookie Joshua Pearce, both completing rigorous training to perform their own high-speed stunts.
• Production used IMAX cameras during 2023–2024 Grand Prix weekends, blending real F1 drivers and live race footage to heighten the film’s realism.
• Early forecasts project a $40 million to $50 million domestic opening, with critics lauding the movie’s high-octane visuals and commitment to authenticity.