Brad Pitt's F1 Movie: First Poster & Summer 2025 Release

Brad Pitt's upcoming Formula 1 movie, "F1," directed by Joseph Kosinski, will hit theaters in Summer 2025. The film, officially titled "F1," was confirmed by Apple on X/Twitter along with a poster featuring Pitt in racing gear. A sneak peek is set to debut on July 7 at the Formula 1 British Grand Prix. Pitt will portray Sonny Hayes, a former F1 driver who becomes a mentor for a young racer on the APXGP team, played by Damson Idris. The film will focus on his story following a major crash and his return to the racing world in a mentorship role. The story is scripted by Ehren Kruger and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, emphasizing practical effects over CGI to capture the high-speed action.

Brad Pitt plays Sonny Hayes, a former F1 driver who mentors a young racer on the struggling APXGP team. His character returns to the racing scene following a significant crash and subsequent racing in other disciplines.

Formula 1, often abbreviated as F1, is the pinnacle of car racing known for its fast cars, iconic tracks, and competitive drivers. The sport has gained immense global popularity and has been depicted in various movies and documentaries, like "Rush" and the "Formula 1: Drive to Survive" series on Netflix. Kosinski’s approach to using practical effects over CGI aims to offer a more authentic representation of the high-octane sport, similar to what he achieved with the flight sequences in "Top Gun: Maverick".