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The British GP became a live movie set once again as the makers of the new F1 film starring Brad Pitt undertook their most ambitious on-site activity in a year. Scott Mitchell-Malm has the latest on the project’s progress
The British Grand Prix of Formula 1 was transformed into a lively movie set as filming for the new F1 movie featuring Brad Pitt took place on site, marking their most ambitious endeavor within a year. This film, with Lewis Hamilton as producer, was showcased at Silverstone during the 2023 and 2024 races, unveiling a teaser trailer soon to be distributed by Apple, with the international release scheduled for June 25, 2025.The plot revolves around Pitt’s character, Sonny Hayes, a former F1 driver rejoining the grid alongside rookie Joshua Pierce at the APX GP team, owned by Javier Bardem. The drama largely unfolds within the team, portraying real 2023 competitors as not villains. At Silverstone, dramatic scenes outweighed on-track footage, showcasing a focus on key story elements of the film, forming the core of the narrative highlighted in the teaser. With meticulous planning and execution, this film promises a grand spectacle, capturing the essence of Formula 1 on screen.
