Brad Pitt and Damson Idris Rev Up Excitement for 'F1 The Movie'
Picture this: you're at the movies, popcorn in hand, when Brad Pitt and Damson Idris just stroll in. That’s what happened to a crowd of fans during a surprise screening for 'F1 The Movie.' Pitt and Idris, both looking the part of top-tier racers, left jaws on the floor as they greeted the audience and talked about their new high-octane movie. The specifics about which city or cinema got the star treatment are tightly under wraps, which just adds to the mystique and drama the film is already promising.
The buzz isn’t just about celebrity sightings, either. The film’s story brings Pitt back behind the wheel as Sonny Hayes, a retired Formula 1 driver who returns to the grid to help out Joshua Pearce, played by Idris. It's a clever twist—mixing the generational handover in racing with some Hollywood stardust. If you're an F1 fan, or just someone who loves a comeback story, this movie is being pitched squarely at you.
Shot in the Fast Lane: Real Grand Prix, Real Stars
Director Joseph Kosinski, who brought the roar of jets to life in 'Top Gun: Maverick,' is doing something similar with Formula 1. Don’t expect green screens and digital car chases. The production has been right at the tracks, filming in the real bustle and chaos of official Grand Prix weekends. In fact, both Pitt and Idris jumped into actual F1 cars, training alongside professional teams and weaving their scenes right into live racing events.
The supporting cast is no slouch, either. Oscar nominee Kerry Condon joins the pit crew, and you’ve also got heavyweights like Javier Bardem and Tobias Menzies bringing depth to a story already packed with adrenaline. That’s the kind of lineup that brings a film to a whole new level—especially when it’s capturing the raw thrill of the fastest sport on four wheels.
One thing setting this movie apart: most racing films rely on digital trickery, but with this one, the actors are sitting inches from the asphalt, feeling every rumble and roar. Kosinski reportedly insisted on using as much real-world action as possible, and the footage promises a level of authenticity that diehard F1 fans will definitely notice.
The project is riding a wave of anticipation leading up to the Brad Pitt–led release. The global rollout is set for June 25, 2025, with a North American lap lined up just two days later on June 27. Between now and then, expect plenty more surprises, promo tours, and perhaps even more scenes shot during major races.
