After a high-octane summer in theaters, F1 (2025) — the adrenaline-fueled racing drama starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris — is gearing up for its next lap: streaming on Apple TV+ this December.

Directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick), the film captures both the breathtaking intensity of Formula 1 and the deep humanity beneath the helmet. At 61, Brad Pitt proves he’s still capable of commanding the screen — this time as Sonny Hayes, a veteran racer pulled out of retirement to guide a young prodigy, played by Damson Idris.

The story follows the unlikely partnership between Hayes and Joshua Pearce (Idris) as they navigate the politics, rivalries, and emotional toll of racing at 200 mph. The film balances raw speed with introspection, exploring themes of legacy, mentorship, and what it means to face the finish line — both on and off the track.

A Cast That Drives the Story
Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes — the legend chasing one final victory.
Damson Idris as Joshua Pearce — the rising star fighting to prove himself.
Javier Bardem as Ruben Cervantes — the team principal caught between glory and pressure.
Kerry Condon as Kate McKenna — the strategist who keeps the wheels turning.
Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia, and Sarah Niles round out a cast that blends intensity with heart.

The Realism of Formula 1
Shot with support from Formula One Management, F1 (2025) uses real racing circuits, authentic camera rigs, and actual race crews — giving viewers a rare behind-the-scenes authenticity. Kosinski’s collaboration with Top Gun cinematographer Claudio Miranda ensures every frame feels like you’re in the driver’s seat.

Streaming on Apple TV+
After roaring through theaters since June 27, F1 will begin streaming exclusively on Apple TV+ starting December 12, 2025.
Fans can expect 4K HDR visuals, Dolby Atmos sound, and a global release, marking one of Apple’s biggest streaming premieres to date.

A Story About More Than Speed
At its core, F1 isn’t just about racing — it’s about redemption.
Pitt’s Sonny Hayes is driven by ghosts of the past, while Idris’s Pearce races to escape his shadow. Together, they represent two sides of ambition: experience and hunger, loss and hope, man and machine.

With F1 (2025), Brad Pitt delivers one of his most compelling performances in years — and as the final laps play out, it’s not the checkered flag that hits hardest, but the silence that follows it.