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F1 Stars Shine as 'The Movie' Debuts Big

7/2/2025

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McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri basked in the glory of their podium finishes at the Austrian Grand Prix, showcasing their talent on the track. Meanwhile, "F1: The Movie," featuring Brad Pitt, roared to life with a global debut of $144 million, thanks in part to a $28 million boost from Imax. Yet, with a hefty $350 million production cost, the road to profitability looks steep.

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McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri basked in the glory of their podium finishes at the Austrian Grand Prix, showcasing their talent on the track. Meanwhile, "F1: The Movie," featuring Brad Pitt, roared to life with a global debut of $144 million, thanks in part to a $28 million boost from Imax. Yet, with a hefty $350 million production cost, the road to profitability looks steep.