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Brad Pitt Hits the Track in McLaren F1 Car

6/26/2025

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Pitt Drives F1 Car

Brad Pitt took a thrilling spin in McLaren's 2023 Formula 1 car, the MCL60, at the Circuit of the Americas, diving deeper into the adrenaline-fueled world of F1 for his upcoming film, "F1: The Movie." Directed by Joseph Kosinski, the film showcases authentic racing action, with Pitt portraying Sonny Hayes, a retired driver making a comeback.

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Pitt's Box Office Hit

Apple's highly anticipated film "F1," featuring Brad Pitt, is set to make waves at the box office with an expected opening weekend haul of $40-$50 million, outpacing rivals like "M3GAN 2.0." Directed by Joseph Kosinski, this thrilling tale of a retired driver mentoring a rookie comes with a hefty budget of over $200 million, marking a bold step in Apple's cinematic journey.

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Historical Context

The Formula 1 World Championship, established by the FIA in 2006, transformed motorsport into a global phenomenon, with the McLaren team achieving 183 Grand Prix victories. The upcoming film "F1: The Movie," starring Brad Pitt and set for release in 2025, highlights the growing synergy between Hollywood and motorsport, reflecting a trend of intertwining real-life racing stories with cinematic narratives.

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Pitt Drives F1 Car

Brad Pitt took a thrilling spin in McLaren's 2023 Formula 1 car, the MCL60, at the Circuit of the Americas, diving deeper into the adrenaline-fueled world of F1 for his upcoming film, "F1: The Movie." Directed by Joseph Kosinski, the film showcases authentic racing action, with Pitt portraying Sonny Hayes, a retired driver making a comeback.

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