Apple Announces Global Streaming Date for Brad Pitt Movie F1
Apple Original Films has announced that its highest-grossing film of the year, “F1,” will be available on Apple TV+ for global streaming starting Friday, December 12. The film has become a massive hit, grossing $629 million, making it the top title for Apple Original Films and the sports film genre. Directed by Joseph Kosinski and starring Brad Pitt, the film stayed in theaters for 168 days before moving to the streaming platform.
Record-breaking Success for “F1”
“F1” marks the biggest box office success for Brad Pitt, earning praise with an A CinemaScore and a 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. The film was released in cinemas by Warner Bros, representing Apple.
Plot and Cast
- Brad Pitt stars as Sonny Hayes, a promising 1990s Formula 1 driver whose career was nearly ended by an accident.
- Reuniting with his former teammate, Ruben Cervantes (played by Javier Bardem), Sonny gets another chance to race.
- Sonny partners with rookie Joshua Pearce, portrayed by Damson Idris, as they tackle challenges both on and off the track.
- The cast also features Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, and Kim Bodnia, and the film includes scenes shot during real Grand Prix weekends.
Production Team and Soundtrack
Producer Jerry Bruckheimer highlights the film’s global reach through Apple TV. The production includes contributions from Lewis Hamilton, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, and Chad Oman. Joseph Kosinski, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Ehren Kruger, leads the project.
| Soundtrack Highlights |
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| Over 600,000 albums sold worldwide. |
| Nearly 1 billion global streams. |
| Features Tate McRae’s hit “Just Keep Watching.” |
Emegypt reports that “F1” continues to captivate audiences, showcasing thrilling racing action and complex character dynamics, now reaching even more viewers through Apple TV+.
