A High-Octane Story from Joseph Kosinski
Apple has just released a groundbreaking trailer for its new F1 racing movie, directed by Joseph Kosinski, known for Top Gun: Maverick and Tron: Legacy. Titled simply F1, the film stars Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes, a retired Formula One driver brought back to the grid to mentor a rising star.
The story follows Hayes as he joins the fictional Apex Grand Prix team to train rookie Joshua Pearce, played by Damson Idris. As Hayes confronts his past and Pearce battles the pressure of the racing world, the film promises a story full of adrenaline, mentorship, and redemption.
Meet the Star-Studded Cast
Beyond Pitt and Idris, F1 includes a powerhouse ensemble: Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, Tobias Menzies, Sarah Niles, and even real F1 champions Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen making cameos.
Hamilton is also producing the film, ensuring that the racing culture and authenticity of the sport are front and center. His involvement helps root the story in the real-world F1 universe while giving fans something fresh.
Apple TV’s First-Ever Haptic Trailer
What sets this trailer apart? Apple has introduced a haptic-enabled version of the Apple F1 trailer for iPhone users. Available on the Apple TV app, the trailer uses vibration feedback to simulate the visceral feel of Formula One racing.
Every engine rev, gear shift, and crash vibrates through your phone, offering a unique multisensory experience that makes you feel like you’re right there in the driver’s seat. It’s a bold move and could set a new standard for how trailers are experienced on mobile platforms.
Real F1, Real Speed, Real Stunts
The production filmed on actual race weekends during the 2023 and 2024 Formula One seasons, including Silverstone and Las Vegas. Brad Pitt reportedly trained with actual F1 crews and even drove modified F2 cars for realism. Director Kosinski emphasized using real cars and minimizing CGI to give audiences the most authentic racing film since *Rush* or *Le Mans*.
According to Hamilton, “This isn’t just a movie about F1. It’s a movie that understands F1.”
When and Where to Watch
The film will debut in theaters on June 27, 2025, with a streaming release on Apple TV+ expected later in the year. As part of Apple’s growing push into theatrical releases, F1 is positioned as a tentpole summer movie. Until then, fans can get hyped by watching the immersive trailer, especially the haptic trailer on Apple TV. Whether you’re a racing junkie or just here for Brad Pitt in a fireproof suit, this movie has something for everyone.
Why You Should Be Excited
Between Kosinski’s kinetic visual style, Brad Pitt’s charisma, and Hamilton’s technical input, this movie aims to be more than another sports drama. It’s a celebration of speed, sacrifice, and second chances.
If you haven’t seen the trailer yet, buckle up. The Brad Pitt F1 movie is poised to be the sleekest, fastest, and most immersive racing film in years.
Don’t blink—you might miss it.
