Brad Pitt delights as a F1 comeback star in a new motorsport drama!

Brad Pitt delights as a F1 comeback star in a new motorsport drama!

On July 24, 2025, the curtain for the highly expected film project "F1: The Film" will be. Directed by Joseph Kosinski and produced by Hollywood veteran Jerry Bruckheimer and the Formula 1 star Lewis Hamilton, the film brings the exciting world of motorsport to the big screen. Brad Pitt plays the leading role of Sonny Hayes, a former Formula 1 driver who dares a comeback with the fictional Team APXGP. In the middle of real racing weekends, the filming was carried out with converted F2 cars, which were previously active in the real F1 circus, which gives the film an authentic note, reports TV-Media.

The film aims to break through the often sterile and isolated perception of Formula 1 and capture the emotional ups and downs of sport. The representation of efforts, fears and joys plays a central role. "This is an experience that I will never forget," enthuses Pitt of the many teams and drivers involved who opened their doors while filming, as can be found on the official Formula 1 website.

a unique experience

Brad Pitt emphasizes that cooperation with the drivers and teams played a decisive role in creating the film. The challenge of developing a captivating action that appeals to both F1 newbies and die-hard fans was an exciting task for the filmmakers. Positive feedback from racing drivers and team bosses who attended a private demonstration in Monaco confirm the successful approach. Esteban Ocon von Haas described the film as "the best racing film that I have ever seen", while Pierre Gasly from Alpine noticed that it was a "real insight into our world of Formula 1", as reported on the Formula 1 page.

The premiere recently took place in New York and attracted numerous celebrities and Formula 1 greats. During the publication of the first international trailers, on June 25, 2025 and in North America on June 27, 2025, there is already a speculation on large number of spectators.

Formula 1: A look at the story

Formula 1 itself has a more than 70-year history that started in 1950 with a race in Silverstone. Initiated by the FIA (Fédération Internationale de L’Automobile), the series was launched to ensure equal opportunities for international races. The first season started with eight teams and 49 drivers, which was shaped by legendary names like Guiseppe Farina and Juan Manuel Fangio.

A lot has changed in the past decades, but the fascination of motorsport remains. Historical competitions, pit stops and exciting duels are part of the DNA of Formula 1. The new film gives insights into this fascinating microcosm of motorsport and would like to address both old hands and new fans through its emotional narrative style, according to the assessment of Sport1.

Waiting for "F1: The film" will soon come to an end. The anticipation could not be greater, and especially the fans of Formula 1 can look forward to a special film.