One of the biggest movies of the summer is expected to be F1: The Movie, as the global sport hits the big screen. The film is one of the biggest movies ever based around Formula 1 and includes one of the biggest movie stars in the world.
Brad Pitt headlines the movie that will hit theaters this weekend before heading to Apple TV on streaming. Some big Formula 1 names are connected to the movie, including star Lewis Hamilton, who served as one of the producers.
Here's what you need to know about F1: The Movie.
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F1 The Movie plot, explained
According to Apple TV, the plot to F1 is as follows:
"Racing legend Sonny Hayes is coaxed into leading a struggling Formula 1 team — and mentoring a young, hotshot driver — while chasing one last chance at redemption."
Brad Pitt plays Sonny Hayes, while Damson Idris plays his mentee, Joshua Pierce. The movie also stars Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, and Tobias Menzies.
Is F1 The Movie based on a true story?
No, F1: The Movie is not based on a true story. It's a fictional movie simply about Formula 1. However, the movie has many producers who made their careers in Formula 1, like Lewis Hamilton, so it should appear like it could happen in real life.
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Lewis Hamilton vs. Nico Rosberg rivalry
Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg are former Mercedes teammates who still developed a rivalry despite driving for the same team. They were childhood friends despite Hamilton growing up in England and Rosberg in Germany, but they competed together in the sport at a young age.
As they became two of the top drivers in Formula 1, their competitiveness with each other went at odds with their team. During races, Mercedes would reportedly request one of the drivers to let the other remain at the front of the race, which didn't always go over well.
That led to frequent wars of words between the two as the rivalry went from friendly to fierce. Before Rosberg retired in 2016, the two competed in 78 races together, combining for 55 wins and 105 podium spots.
Is APXGP a real Formula 1 team?
APXGP is a fake Formula 1 team that exists in the F1: The Movie universe. However, the team does have real social media accounts and has been posting like a real team.
Where was F1 The Movie filmed?
F1: The Movie was filmed all over the world to properly set the scene of a global sport. Among those locations are:
- Northamptonshire, England
- London, England
- Suzuka, Japan
- Budapest, Hungary
- Daytona, Florida
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Liege, Belgium
- Modena, Italy
- Monza, Italy
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Noord-Holland, Netherlands
- Abu Dhabi, UAE
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How much did F1 The Movie cost?
According to ESPN, F1: The Movie cost $300 million to make, which would make it one of the most expensive movies ever.
Brad Pitt's new F1 movie budget has reportedly surpassed $300 million, potentially making it one of the most expensive films ever made 💰🎬 pic.twitter.com/eNL4QFkSjI
— ESPN F1 (@ESPNF1) May 11, 2024
F1 The Movie cast
Here are some of the notable names who star in F1: The Movie:
- Brad Pitt
- Damson Idris
- Kerry Condon
- Javier Bardem
- Tobias Menzies
- Shea Wigham
- Kim Bodnia
- Sarah Niles
- Will Merrick
- Samson Kayo
- Simone Ashley