Hollywood star joins Lewis Hamilton to film Apple’s untitled F1 blockbuster at Silverstone
Brad Pitt Suits Up for F1 Film at British Grand Prix
Hollywood star joins Lewis Hamilton to film Apple’s untitled F1 blockbuster at Silverstone
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Brad Pitt was spotted in racing gear at the Silverstone Circuit, where he filmed scenes for his upcoming Formula 1 feature film, produced in collaboration with F1 and seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton. The Oscar-winning actor and his co-star Damson Idris wore white and black racing suits representing the fictional APXGP team, blending in with the real-life F1 drivers at the British Grand Prix on Sunday.
Hamilton is serving as a co-producer on the currently untitled Apple project, providing unique access to F1 race tracks and drivers. After his track appearance at Silverstone, Pitt spoke to Sky Sports presenter and former F1 driver Martin Brundle about the filming experience.
The 59-year-old actor admitted to feeling “a little giddy” and described it as “the time of my life.” He went on to reveal details about his character, an F1 driver from the 1990s who transitions to other types of racing after a “horrible crash.” His character is then invited back to help his struggling team, owned by Javier Bardem’s character, to climb the leaderboard.
Pitt emphasized that the film’s creators are striving for authenticity, with F1 experts involved to ensure the racing scenes are as realistic as possible. “Lewis, who’s also our producer, is really intent that we respect the sport, that we really show it for what it is,” Pitt explained, adding, “I had no idea what it takes to be a driver… they’re amazing athletes.”
To prepare for the role, Pitt has been training with Formula Two cars over the past two months, first at the Paul Ricard Circuit in France and later at Silverstone. The film will be directed by Joseph Kosinski, famed for Top Gun: Maverick, and produced alongside Hamilton, Plan B Entertainment, and Jerry Bruckheimer Films.
Hamilton shared his thoughts on the project, saying, “There are nerves because it is something we’ve been working on for so long. We want everyone to love it and to really feel that we encapsulate what the essence of this sport is all about.”
At the British Grand Prix, other celebrities were also in attendance, including Shakira, Liam Payne, Sam Ryder, Florence Pugh, and Richard Hammond. The national anthem was performed by actor-turned-singer Damian Lewis, while Rudimental played at the Red Bull Pole Position area. Max Verstappen clinched his sixth consecutive victory, while Lando Norris battled with Hamilton to maintain second place, with Hamilton securing third.
