Brad Pitt prepared for his Formula 1 movie role like a real racing driver. The actor met with 20 professional drivers during a British Grand Prix briefing session. He drove modified F2 cars at speeds above 180 mph without stunt doubles. Cameras captured his actual driving from inside the cockpit during filming. Pitt logged real laps at famous race tracks around the world.
The production team filmed at actual Grand Prix events across multiple countries. Real fans cheered from the stands rather than hired extras for crowd scenes. Director Joseph Kosinski worked within tight 10-15 minute windows between practice sessions. The filming locations included Silverstone, Spa, Monza, Las Vegas and Abu Dhabi circuits. Pitt follows specific superstitions before entering the race car each time.
The actor plays Sonny Hayes, a veteran driver attempting a comeback season. Damson Idris stars as rookie teammate Joshua Pearce for the fictional APXGP team. Javier Bardem portrays team founder Ruben who brings the two drivers together. The story focuses on mentorship and rivalry between experienced and young racers. High-speed racing creates tension between the main characters throughout the film.
F1 arrives at theaters on June 27, 2025 with international releases starting June 25. The movie combines real racing footage with Hollywood storytelling techniques. Pitt's commitment to authentic driving makes the action sequences feel genuine. Race fans will experience Formula 1 racing from a driver's perspective.
The production team filmed at actual Grand Prix events across multiple countries. Real fans cheered from the stands rather than hired extras for crowd scenes. Director Joseph Kosinski worked within tight 10-15 minute windows between practice sessions. The filming locations included Silverstone, Spa, Monza, Las Vegas and Abu Dhabi circuits. Pitt follows specific superstitions before entering the race car each time.
The actor plays Sonny Hayes, a veteran driver attempting a comeback season. Damson Idris stars as rookie teammate Joshua Pearce for the fictional APXGP team. Javier Bardem portrays team founder Ruben who brings the two drivers together. The story focuses on mentorship and rivalry between experienced and young racers. High-speed racing creates tension between the main characters throughout the film.
F1 arrives at theaters on June 27, 2025 with international releases starting June 25. The movie combines real racing footage with Hollywood storytelling techniques. Pitt's commitment to authentic driving makes the action sequences feel genuine. Race fans will experience Formula 1 racing from a driver's perspective.
