F1 (2025)

Title: F1

Release date: 25 June 2025 (UK)

Director: Joseph Kosinski

Producers: Brad Pitt, Lewis Hamilton, Joseph Kosinski, Jerry Bruckheimer, Chad Oman, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner

Distributed by: Apple, AppleTV, Warner Bros, Pictures

Budget: $250 million

Runtime: 2h 35m

I was curious whether this film would actually work. As someone who watches Formula 1 casually, I didn’t really know what to expect — but I was pleasantly surprised. F1 isn’t just about fast cars; it’s about calling, legacy, and staying focused when the world is noisy and full of distractions.

Brad Pitt, though older, still commands the screen. He brings an intensity rooted in experience. 

His character showed that once you commit to a path, excellence isn’t optional. He embodied that veteran mindset: steady, disciplined, purposeful.

Damson Idris also held his own, and I appreciated how his character’s arc exposed the danger of chasing the spotlight and how it has the potential to steer you off-track. 

The film challenged the idea that glitz and fame are the ultimate goals. Sometimes, obedience and focus are the very things that save you. You'll know the scene when you watch it‼

If I’m honest, the intimate scene was unnecessary, especially for the film's rating — it added little to the story and could’ve been excluded. But overall, the emotional depth, unexpected twists, and sobering consequences made it a memorable watch.

💰 Box Office & Budget Highlights

- Budget: ~$250 million

- Worldwide Gross: ~$393 million

- Opening Weekend: $144 million globally, including $56 million in North America

Note: This marks Apple’s first major theatrical hit — an ambitious move that paid off.