“Apple Original Films’ ‘F1 The Movie’ Streams Globally December 12”

Apple Original Films is set to release the highly anticipated “F1 The Movie” globally on December 12. The film has already made a significant impact, debuting at No. 1 at the box office after its wide release on June 27, 2025, and grossing over $629 million worldwide.

Film Highlights

• Highest-grossing sports film to date.
• Ranked as the year’s highest-grossing original feature.
• Set a record for the biggest opening of an original live-action film in the U.S. in five years.
• Achieved Brad Pitt’s highest-grossing feature.
• Received an A CinemaScore with a 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.

Plot Overview

The film features Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes, a talented racer from the 1990s, whose career was nearly derailed by a tragic accident. Now a nomadic driver, he is recruited by former teammate Ruben Cervantes, portrayed by Javier Bardem, to save a failing Formula 1® team. Sonny returns to the high-octane world of racing for one last shot at redemption, alongside rookie driver Joshua Pearce, played by Damson Idris.

Production Details

“F1 The Movie” is directed by Joseph Kosinski, with a screenplay by Ehren Kruger. The film is produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, along with notable partners, including seven-time Formula 1® world champion Lewis Hamilton. The creative team behind the film includes cinematographer Claudio Miranda and composer Hans Zimmer.

Music Success

The film has also given rise to “F1® The Album,” an electrifying soundtrack that has sold over 650,000 albums globally and has garnered more than one billion streams. Tate McRae’s hit “Just Keep Watching” is one of the standout tracks, dominating Billboard’s Top Movie Songs chart.

Streaming Availability

Beyond its theatrical success, “F1 The Movie” will be available for streaming on Apple TV, allowing fans worldwide to experience its thrilling narrative. It remains available for purchase on various digital platforms, including the Apple TV app and Amazon Prime Video.