Damson Idris Steps Into the Fast Lane as Brad Pitt’s Mentee in ‘F1’ Trailer

Damson Idris and Brad Pitt team up in the high-speed F1 thriller, bringing real race action to the big screen. In theaters June 27!
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The wait is finally over. The first official trailer for the highly anticipated Formula 1 movie, starring Damson Idris and Brad Pitt, has been released—offering a preview of the intense action and behind-the-scenes drama set to hit theaters on June 27.

The film, which follows the story of a fictional F1 team, APXGP, is shaping up to be a big spectacle, bringing fans closer than ever to the adrenaline-fueled world of Formula 1 racing.

Pitt stars as a seasoned veteran driver, making a comeback to mentor and race alongside Idris’ up-and-coming talent at APXGP—a team struggling to compete against F1’s elite powerhouses. The film will show authentic race sequences, with both actors filming real on-track moments at Grand Prix events, further adding to the movie’s authenticity.

The film has been produced in collaboration with Formula 1, ensuring that fans will get a realistic and immersive experience. The movie is being directed by Joseph Kosinski, the mastermind behind the visually stunning and action-packed Top Gun: Maverick.

The newly released trailer gives fans their first look at Pitt and Idris as APXGP team members. Pitt’s character delivers a classic mentor line, setting the tone for the mentor-protégé dynamic between him and Idris. Meanwhile, Idris’ character is seen navigating the pressures of the sport, dealing with the weight of expectations and the cutthroat competition of F1.

To add another layer of realism, the movie has been filmed at actual F1 races across the 2023 and 2024 seasons. Real F1 teams, drivers, and personnel have contributed to the production.

Former Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team’s Lewis Hamilton also serves as a producer, using his insider knowledge to bring authenticity and credibility to the story.

Get ready to buckle up—the race begins when ‘F1’ speeds into theaters in June 2025.

Check out the trailer.