Major Brad Pitt F1 movie SECRET leaked by producer

Brad Pitt at the filming of his F1 film at Silverstone — Photo: © IMAGO

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Major Brad Pitt F1 movie SECRET leaked by producer

There has been a recent update about Brad Pitt's F1 movie.

Originally written by Sheona Mountford. This version is a translation.

Monday 20 May 2024 15:12

A major secret from the F1 movie has been leaked by the producer days after being given a release date.

Brad Pitt’s F1 movie, rumoured to be called ‘Apex’, is set in the world of Formula 1 and features Brad Pitt as a retired driver mentoring an up-and-coming star.

The film also features Damson Idris, Javier Bardem and Kerry Condon, with world champion Lewis Hamilton reported to be making a cameo.

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Hamilton is also a co-producer on the film, and has recently opened up on his role within the film to ensure it accurately depicts the world of F1.

The F1 film has shot at iconic race tracks including Monza and Silverstone

Lewis Hamilton will produce and star in the F1 movie

What do we know so far about ‘Apex’?

The film has also acquired a release date, and will appear in theatres June 2025, despite lacking a distributor.

Recently it was revealed the movie had soared past a staggering $300 million budget, making it one of the most expensive films ever to be made.

The project has not been without its issues, however, with the 118-day SAG-AFTRA strikes causing a delay to filming.

The Hollywood has begun shooting at iconic race tracks on the F1 calendar including Silverstone and Monza in 2023.

👀 Brad Pitt has been spotted at Silverstone filming a new F1 movie... 🎥

It's called 'Apex' and Lewis Hamilton is one of the producers.

They've even decorated a garage in the 'Pitt' lane to make filming look as real as possible! 😉#BBCF1 pic.twitter.com/MjBwWP1MTq
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) July 7, 2023