On the global circuit, F1 The Movie has amassed a notable $166.7 million within just ten days of release, with projections indicating an additional $60 million or more during its sophomore weekend. The Fourth of July holiday provided a turbo boost to these figures, particularly in premium formats where IMAX screenings accounted for roughly 20.4% of global earnings—about $60 million—demonstrating audiences’ desire to experience the film’s realistic racing sequences on the largest screens possible.
The film’s performance represents a victory lap for Apple Studios, which previously struggled to convert critical acclaim into commercial success. With F1 now outpacing previous tentpoles like “Napoleon” ($221 million) and “Killers of the Flower Moon” ($158 million), the tech giant’s cinematic gamble appears to be paying dividends, despite a hefty marketing spend reportedly approaching $100 million. The film’s actual $293 million global box office has already surpassed its substantial $250 million production budget.
For Pitt, the commercial reception marks a significant milestone, landing among his top 20 global releases and reaffirming his box office viability in an increasingly streaming-dominated landscape. The film surpassed Pitt’s 1996 movie Sleepers ($165.6 million) in worldwide earnings, continuing his impressive box office legacy. Critics have particularly praised the film’s straightforward storytelling approach and meticulously crafted racing sequences, which seamlessly blend practical effects with cutting-edge visual wizardry. The production leveraged AI-powered cameras to capture the high-speed racing sequences with unprecedented precision and realism.
As F1 The Movie secures its position among 2025’s top 10 domestic earners, industry analysts note how its success has bolstered Apple’s confidence in theatrical distribution, potentially accelerating the studio’s pipeline of big-budget theatrical releases.
The film’s performance demonstrates that well-executed, star-driven spectacles can still draw audiences to theaters, even in an era of abundant home entertainment options.