F1 Movie: Release Date & Everything You Need to Know

The film, which was purportedly recorded at a restaurant in New Smyrna Beach and the Daytona International Speedway, will formally open in theaters on Friday, June 27.

The official release date of “F1”

“F1” starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris opens in theaters on Friday, June 27.

F1 and Brad Pitt’s roles

Brad Pitt portrays Sonny Hayes in the movie, a former F1 racer whose career was ended by a collision in the 1990s. Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem), a former teammate, invites him back into the cockpit decades later to drive for the fictional underdog team APXGP (Apex Grand Prix).

The ‘F1’ movie was shot where?

“F1” was shot in numerous locations across the globe. Filming took place in Hungary, the United Kingdom, Italy, Mexico, the Netherlands, Abu Dhabi, Belgium, Japan, Las Vegas, Daytona Beach, and New Smyrna Beach, according to IMDb.

The Daytona International Speedway and the Pappas Drive-In & Family Restaurant in New Smyrna Beach served as the filming locations for the Florida sequences.

A few of the scenes in the film “F1” were shot during actual Formula One races, such as the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and the Rolex 24 at Daytona International Speedway.

Actors

Brad Pitt portrays Sonny Hayes, a former Formula One driver who rejoins the racetrack to help a novice and improve their team.

The film also stars Kerry Condon from “The Banshees of Inisherin,” Tobias Menzies from “Outlander,” Javier Bardem from “No Country for Old Men” and “Skyfall,” and others.