Rev Up! Brad Pitt’s F1 blockbuster arrives in theater next June

WEB DESK: Brad Pitt steps into the world of motor racing driving in a Formula One (F1) blockbuster scheduled to premiere worldwide on June 25 next year, F1 officials confirmed on Tuesday.

The untitled movie faced several delays due to the US actors’ and writers’ strike. It now has a confirmed release date.

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The movie will be directed by Joseph Kosinski of “Top Gun: Maverick” fame and produced by a team including Jerry Bruckheimer. The untitled movie follows Brad Pitt’s character, Sonny Hayes, a former F1 driver staging a comeback. Supporting cast includes Damson Idris as Joshua Pearce.

The story unfolds as Hayes mentors Pearce on the Apex Grand Prix team (APXGP). Throughout the movie Hayes will navigate the challenges of high-speed racing amidst personal redemption.

Filming for the movie began at Silverstone Circuit during the 2023 British Grand Prix. Pitt made a surprise visit when he joined actual F1 drivers to “enhance” the film’s “authenticity”. Seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton will serve as the movie’s co-producer.

Apple Studios secured distribution rights, while Warner Bros Pictures has planned a global release next year, followed by a US release two days later.

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According to F1 officials, the movie marks a “milestone” for both the sport and cinema. It will be filmed in real-time during grand prix events worldwide, engaging all 10 F1 teams, drivers, the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), and race promoters.