The highly anticipated <em>F1</em> movie starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris recently showcased an exciting extended preview at the renowned 2025 CinemaCon held in Las Vegas on Tuesday, April 1. This event has generated tremendous buzz among racing enthusiasts and film lovers alike.
Although the lead actors were absent from the event, the creative team, including director Joseph Kosinski and producer Jerry Bruckheimer, took the stage to provide intriguing insights about the film, which is set to hit theaters this summer. They revealed the first ten captivating minutes of the movie, and we’ve got all the thrilling details for you here (be warned, spoilers ahead!).
“We are confident that this will be the ultimate cinematic experience of the summer,” Jerry stated during the presentation, as reported by THR. He elaborated, promising that the film will deliver an exhilarating blend of “action, romance, and humor,” ensuring it’s the perfect choice for an unforgettable theater outing.
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“Last summer, we captivated audiences across the globe, earning a staggering $1.5 billion at the box office. We’re thrilled to announce that we are ready to recreate that magic,” he added, setting high expectations for this upcoming release.
The production team filmed the movie amidst the adrenaline-fueled atmosphere of real Formula 1 Grand Prix races over the past two years, concluding with thrilling scenes shot at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, marking the season’s finale. In a fun twist, Brad and Damson even made a surprise appearance in a Ferrari team photo!
At CinemaCon, attendees were treated to the first ten minutes of the movie. Here’s a sneak peek at what unfolds:
According to Deadline, “The film opens with Pitt’s character, Sonny Hayes, who triumphs at the Daytona race and receives a $5,000 check. Yet, in a surprising turn of events, he finds himself washing clothes at a laundromat shortly after the race. Suddenly, a sleek Porsche arrives, with Javier Bardem stepping out in a stylish suede coat as Ruben. Their exchange is filled with witty banter, with Pitt noting, ‘You remind me of an old friend.’ As the conversation unfolds, Ruben reveals a shocking predicament: he’s $350 million in debt and urgently needs an F1 driver, and that driver is none other than Sonny.”
Per Variety, “The story kicks off at the prestigious Daytona race, where Pitt’s Sonny Hayes executes one daring maneuver after another in his relentless pursuit of victory. A true loner, he lives out of a van, cherishing an off-the-grid lifestyle, even after his Daytona win. However, his secluded existence is disrupted when Javier Bardem’s sophisticated team owner resurfaces, desperately seeking a daredevil to transform his struggling team into a contender.”
If you haven’t seen it yet, be sure to check out the full, official trailer for the F1 movie!
