Formula 1 documentary, aptly titled "F1," has made significant waves in the cinematic landscape, achieving a remarkable opening weekend gross exceeding $55 million. This financial success not only underscores the growing popularity of motorsport documentaries but also illustrates Apple's strategic foray into content production as a means to bolster its streaming service offerings. The record-breaking performance highlights an increasing consumer appetite for high-quality sports narratives that delve into the intricacies and personal stories behind competitive racing.
 Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris)—don’t seem capable of steering themselves anywhere near the podium. 
 Sonny makes a show of his own reluctance, growling the usual roughneck platitudes about not being in it for the money and needing to keep things real. That’s how people talk in F1. Later on, we’re told that Sonny is not a has-been but a never-was, one of many lines in Ehren Kruger’s script that splits the difference between Jack Handey’s “Deep Thoughts” and ChatGPT. Chances are that if you’ve ever seen a movie before—it doesn’t even have to be Days of Thunder, although that’s the template here—you know where this is headed. Sonny shows up in APX’s trackside paddock and immediately makes an enemy of Pearce. They’ll have to learn how to work together, off the track and on it; the question is who will shake and who will bake.
Sonny asks for the soft tires as he pulls into the pit, but Kaspar insists on hard ones. When the soft tires are put on, Sonny won’t move, creating the scene’s most tense moment of conflict.
Warner Bros. chipped in 50% of the global P&A. Both Apple and Warners recoup the P&A together before the Burbank, CA lot gets a distribution fee around 8%. Production costs per the filmmaker in interviews is $200M (though I constantly get phone calls with the line “But, ya know, it cost $300M…). At the end of the day, get a grip people, F1 stands to open globally to $115M+. The Pitt movie is in great shape with Rotten Tomatoes Audience score of 97% and 84% certified fresh reviews.
Moreover, the film's achievement in breaking studio records reflects a broader trend within the entertainment industry where streaming platforms are increasingly investing in exclusive content to attract subscribers. By leveraging its vast resources and technological prowess, Apple has positioned itself as a formidable player in this arena. The success of "F1" is indicative of how well-executed storytelling can resonate with audiences, ultimately contributing to both cultural discourse and economic gain within the film industry.
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