The Movie has made its OTT debut, allowing fans to stream the high-speed Formula 1 drama online. Here’s when and where you can watch the racing blockbuster from the comfort of your home.

Here’s everything to know about F1 and the real-life events that inspired the movie. While F1 is not based on one true story, its themes take inspiration from a variety of real-life racing events that have transpired since Formula 1’s inception in 1950.

The cast and filmmaking crew of the blockbuster hit break down the movie’s biggest races, and how they gained unprecedented access to the top-secret sport.

No, “F1 The Movie” is not based on a true story. However, Bruckheimer and Kosinski enlisted seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton as a producer and adviser to make the film as authentic as possible. Yes, “F1 The Movie” was filmed during real Grand Prix weekends during the 2023 and 2024 seasons.

Apple didn’t do too badly out of it, either. With $600 million in box office takings to its name, F1 provided a much-needed boon to Apple’s in-house production company, Apple Studios, and paved the way for the tech giant to secure the rights to broadcast Formula 1 in the US from 2026 onwards.

F1: The Movie has received two Golden Globes nominations ahead of the 83rd edition of the awards ceremony, which takes place on the 11th January. The film, which stars Brad Pitt and Damson Idris, is up for two awards.