Brad Pitt’s highly praised Formula 1 drama F1 is all set to make its digital debut after dominating theatres worldwide. Directed by Joseph Kosinski the film has impressed global audiences with its realistic racing scenes powerful storytelling and emotional depth. With its theatrical release on June 27 the movie became a major worldwide hit collecting over US$631.1 million and marking the biggest theatrical launch in Apple Studios’ history.
The film stars Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes a former racing legend who returns to the track to guide an exceptionally talented young driver played by Damson Idris. Blending intense on-track action with a meaningful narrative the movie offers a rare inside look at the competitive and high pressure world of professional Formula 1 racing. Real F1 teams circuits and drivers contributed to the film’s authenticity making it one of the most realistic motorsport dramas ever produced.
F1 is scheduled to release on Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime Video on 12 December 2025 giving fans the chance to stream the blockbuster from home. The film has also seen remarkable success in India earning more than ₹125 crore in gross revenue and achieving record numbers in major global markets including China and the UK. This success has cemented F1 as the highest grossing auto racing movie ever made and the most successful theatrical film of Brad Pitt’s career.
The cast also includes Kerry Condon Tobias Menzies Javier Bardem Kim Bodnia and Samson Kayo. Written by Ehren Kruger the storyline explores ambition mentorship redemption and the intense world of F1 competition. The narrative follows Sonny Hayes whose promising career was halted by a life changing crash. Years later he joins the fictional team APXGP where he mentors rising star Joshua Pearce while confronting the emotional and competitive challenges of his return to racing.