Brad Pitt’s racing film F1: The Movie is now available for digital streaming. The movie reached digital platforms on August 22, 2025. Fans can watch the film at home through various video-on-demand services. The movie had a successful run in theaters starting in late June. It earned more than $590 million at the global box office. The film became Brad Pitt’s highest-grossing movie to date.
The story follows Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes, a former Formula One driver. He returns to the sport after a crash ended his career thirty years earlier. Javier Bardem plays his former teammate who now owns a struggling F1 team. Damson Idris stars as a young rookie driver. The film was directed by Joseph Kosinski, who also worked on Top Gun: Maverick. Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton helped produce the movie.
How to Watch F1: The Movie on Digital Platforms
Moviegoers can now rent or buy F1: The Movie on several digital platforms. These include Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Rental options cost $19.99 and typically give viewers 30 days to start watching. Once started, they have 48 hours to finish the film. Buying the movie costs $24.99. This allows viewers to watch it as many times as they want.
The film is available in 4K quality with multiple language and subtitle options. On Apple TV, it supports Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision for better sound and picture. Prime Video offers the movie with generic 5.1 audio. The runtime is 2 hours and 36 minutes. The movie is rated PG-13 for intense racing sequences and some strong language.
“The races look real, breathtakingly so, and are edited like a bat out of hell. Most importantly, the viewer fully believes Pitt and Idris are actually driving these cars,” said Johnny Oleksinski of the New York Post.
When Will F1: The Movie Stream on Apple TV+?
F1: The Movie is an Apple Original Film. This means it will eventually be available on the Apple TV+ streaming service. Based on Apple’s past releases, the movie could arrive on the platform between August and early October 2025. Previous Apple films like Killers of the Flower Moon took 84 days to move from theaters to streaming. Argylle took 70 days, and Napoleon took 100 days.
The exact date for Apple TV+ has not been confirmed yet. However, reports suggest it might be available by late August. Subscribers to Apple TV+ will be able to watch the movie at no extra cost once it arrives. For now, fans can purchase or rent the film on other digital platforms.
Film Production and Real-Life Formula One Involvement
The movie was filmed during actual Formula One race weekends in the 2023 and 2024 seasons. This allowed for real footage of races and crowds. Real F1 drivers and team principals appear in the film. This includes Max Verstappen, Fernando Alonso, and Lewis Hamilton. The goal was to make the racing scenes as authentic as possible.
Director Joseph Kosinski focused heavily on details. He worked with Lewis Hamilton to ensure accuracy. The film used real cars and tracks. The sound design and camera work aim to make viewers feel like they are in the driver’s seat. The movie also features a score by Hans Zimmer.
“Formula One is a sport of detail, right? Everything is measured down to the gram and to a fraction of a second,” said director Joseph Kosinski. “We’ve had a couple qualifying sessions this season where they’ve been separated by a thousandth of a second. So yeah, I wanted to get that all right.”
Audience and Critical Reception
The film has been well received by audiences. It holds a 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes from over 10,000 ratings. Critics gave it an 82% score. Many praised the exciting racing scenes and strong performances. The movie is seen as a big and entertaining racing drama.
It has also helped increase interest in Formula One racing. F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali mentioned the film’s positive impact. He said the movie helped Formula One reach its largest social media audience ever in the second quarter of 2025.
Physical Release and Additional Options
There is no news yet about a DVD, Blu-ray, or 4K Ultra HD release. Physical copies may come later in the year. For now, digital streaming is the only way to watch the movie at home. Some theaters may still be showing the film for those who prefer the big screen experience.
The movie is not available on any subscription streaming services yet. It is also not available for free. Viewers must rent or buy it through digital stores.
Movie Cast and Key Characters
Brad Pitt plays the main character, Sonny Hayes. He is a former Formula One driver returning to the sport. Damson Idris plays Joshua Pearce, a rookie driver and Sonny’s teammate. Javier Bardem plays Ruben Cervantes, the owner of the APXGP team. Kerry Condon plays the team’s technical director.
Many real F1 drivers appear as themselves. This includes Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, and Fernando Alonso. The movie also features F1 team bosses like Christian Horner and Toto Wolff.
Final Viewing Details
Fans of racing and Brad Pitt can now watch F1: The Movie from home. The digital release happened on August 22, 2025. The movie can be rented or purchased on major platforms. It will come to Apple TV+ in the coming months. The film offers exciting racing action and a story of comeback and rivalry.
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Credits: Forbes, New York Post, Formula1.com
