F1 Film Earns Several Oscar Nominations
The much-anticipated Brad Pitt F1 film has garnered multiple Oscar nominations ahead of the prestigious awards ceremony in March. Released in 2025, this cinematic piece explores the life of Sonny Hayes, a retired driver lured back to compete for the struggling APXGP team. Pitt portrays Hayes, with Damson Idris playing his teammate, Joshua Pearce.
Production and Involvement of F1
The production of the film saw significant collaboration with Formula 1. It included shoots at various Grand Prix events, notably the 2023 British Grand Prix. During this event, the fictional race cars made a memorable appearance at the back of the grid during the formation lap.
Executive Producer and Box Office Success
F1 great Lewis Hamilton served as an executive producer for the film. The project has achieved impressive commercial success, grossing approximately $631 million worldwide. This total marks it as the highest-grossing film of Brad Pitt’s career, surpassing his 2013 film, World War Z.
Oscar Nominations
As the awards season approaches, the film has received four Oscar nominations. Notably, it has been nominated for the prestigious ‘Best Picture’ award. This nomination is significant, as the last sports film to secure this honor was Million Dollar Baby in 2004.
Additional Nomination Categories
- Best Picture
- Best Film Editing
- Best Sound
- Best Visual Effects
The Oscar ceremony is scheduled for March 15th in Los Angeles, coinciding with the day of the Chinese Grand Prix. As excitement builds, fans eagerly await the results and the film’s potential accolades at the Oscars.
