Apple Studios is revving its engines in preparation for the release of the highly anticipated sports action drama. Directed by Joseph Kosinski and starring Brad Pitt, this movie delves into the thrilling world of Formula One racing.
Kosinski is no stranger when it comes to directing some of the biggest blockbusters like Top Gun: Maverick, Oblivion, and Only The Brave, which only increases the hype around F1!
Collaborating with the FIA and featuring real-time grand prix footage, F1 promises to deliver an immersive cinematic experience for all, whether you’re a die-hard fan of sports drama or just love to watch Brad Pitt on the big screen, and we’re here to tell you more about it.
In this article you will learn everything you need to know about the movie, from the plot to the cast and more.
What is the Plot of F1?
The movie follows Sonny Hayes, a former Formula One driver whose career was abruptly halted by a devastating crash in the 1990s. After his forced retirement, Hayes shifts his focus to other racing disciplines.
The narrative picks up when Hayes’s old friend and Formula One team owner, persuades him to return to the track.
Hayes is recruited to guide rookie sensation Joshua Pearce, on the Expensify Apex Grand Prix team. The movie captures the intense dynamics of mentorship, competition, and redemption within the high-stakes world of Formula One.
So far, only a teaser of F1 has been released, but it is more than enough to give you a glimpse into one of the biggest movies of 2025!
The Cast of F1
F1 boasts a star-studded cast alongside Brad Pitt (Fight Club, Bullet Train) and Damson Idris (Snowfall, Swarm). Javier Bardem (No Country for Old Men, Skyfall), Kerry Condon (The Banshees of Inisherin, Night Swim), Tobias Menzies (You Hurt My Feelings, Manhunt), and Sarah Niles (Ted Lasso, Riches) will also be joining the main cast of F1.
The supporting cast includes Kim Bodnia (The Bridge, Pusher), Shea Whigham (Take Shelter, Splinter), Joseph Balderrama (The Great Escapists, The Substance), Samson Kayo (The Weekend, The Bubble), and Callie Cooke (Henpocalypse!, Cheaters).
Additionally, actual Formula One drivers and teams, including Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, and Carlos Sainz Jr., make cameo appearances, adding authenticity to the racing scenes.
When and Where Can You Watch F1?
F1 is set for a global theatrical release by Warner Bros. Pictures, premiering internationally on 25 June 2025, and in the United States on 27 June 2025. Following its theatrical run, the movie will be available for streaming on Apple TV+.
This is F1.
— Apple Original Films (@AppleFilms) July 7, 2024
Starring Brad Pitt. In cinemas Summer 2025. pic.twitter.com/QRLMX2q4qI
F1 will be a collaboration between Apple Studios, Jerry Bruckheimer Films, Plan B Entertainment, and Dawn Apollo Films.
Conclusion
F1 is poised to be a major hit, combining the adrenaline of Formula One racing with a compelling narrative of personal and professional revival. Do let us know in the comments if you have blocked your calendars for June 2025!