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In 'F1,' Brad Pitt plays Sonny Hayes, a former Formula One driver who teams up with hotshot rookie Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris) to revive a failing F1 team.
Seven-time World Champion and Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton signed on as a producer of the film, helping ensure the authenticity of the racing world, including assessing Pitt's driving abilities.
The high-speed racing film, which includes footage from real F1 events like the 62nd Rolex 24 at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach and scenes shot at Pappas Drive-In & Family Restaurant in New Smyrna Beach, has a flashy $300 million price tag associated with it, though those involved in the production have come out to say the total is "inaccurate."
Even flashier are the numbers attached to the biggest F1 drivers like Hamilton. A new study by Spine Genie analyzes the 2024 F1 season data to estimate just how much F1's real drivers earn and just how quickly they make the average North American salary.
More: Pappas employees featured in Brad Pitt's 'F1: The Movie' revive menu at new location
Here's the estimated amount F1 drivers get paid per mile and minute, according to Spin Genie's analysis of 2024 Formula One season data:
Here are the estimated annual salaries (excluding sponsorships) of Formula One drivers from least to most, as reported by RadioTimes:
Lewis Hamilton, seven-time World Drivers' Champion and one of the highest-paid Formula One drivers, began his career as a rookie in 2007.
Hamilton currently drives for Ferrari, but before that raced with McLaren from 2007 to 2012 and Mercedes from 2013 to 2024, according to F1 Wiki.
In his rookie season, he placed second at the World Drivers’ Championship, only one point behind the winner, Kimi Räikkönen. He won the following season in 2008 and went on to earn the title six more times in 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020.
Lewis Hamilton was born Jan. 7, 1985 in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England. He is currently 40 years old.
It is reported that Lewis Hamilton makes an appearance in the 'F1' movie, however his role as a producer on the film is where he shines.
Director Joseph Kosinski has said Hamilton was "instrumental" to the movie-making process and was involved in the project "from the early stages."
No, 'F1,' which follows former F1 driver Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) in his comeback story as he partners APXGP team rookie Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris) movie is not based on a true story.
However, real F1 driver Lewis Hamilton, who is a producer on the film, was very involved in the project and helped ensure the authenticity of the film, especially in gauging Pitt’s driving abilities and with training. (Pitt actually gets behind the wheel during the film.)
Kosinski credits Hamilton for his role in the project, saying "We couldn't have made this film without him.”
“Lewis was instrumental in not only the technical aspects obviously, but in the real kind of formulative stage of the movie, formulating this narrative,” Kosinski said in a news release. “We tell the story of Sonny Hayes, who's kind of [a] veteran racer, and then Joshua Pierce, who's a rookie.
“Lewis has been both. He's been the rookie almost winning his first season in Formula 1 and now with seven World Championships. He's kind of seen it all.
Yes. 'F1 The Movie' officially releases in theaters on Friday, June 27. Below are showtimes in Volusia and Flagler theaters:
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Fans can purchase movie tickets to see "F1" on Fandango, Movietickets.com and Atomtickets.com, according to the official "F1 The Movie" website.
This article originally appeared on The Daytona Beach News-Journal: 'F1' movie: How much F1 drivers like producer Lewis Hamilton get paid
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Seven-time World Champion and Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton signed on as a producer of the film, helping ensure the authenticity of the racing world, including assessing Pitt's driving abilities.
The high-speed racing film, which includes footage from real F1 events like the 62nd Rolex 24 at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach and scenes shot at Pappas Drive-In & Family Restaurant in New Smyrna Beach, has a flashy $300 million price tag associated with it, though those involved in the production have come out to say the total is "inaccurate."
Even flashier are the numbers attached to the biggest F1 drivers like Hamilton. A new study by Spine Genie analyzes the 2024 F1 season data to estimate just how much F1's real drivers earn and just how quickly they make the average North American salary.
More: Pappas employees featured in Brad Pitt's 'F1: The Movie' revive menu at new location
How much do F1 drivers get paid?
Here's the estimated amount F1 drivers get paid per mile and minute, according to Spin Genie's analysis of 2024 Formula One season data:
- Lewis Hamilton - $12,617 per mile, $24,507 per minute
- Max Verstappen - $10,320 per mile, $20,501 per minute
- Charles Leclerc - $6,879 per mile, $13,812per minute
- Fernando Alonso -$5,504 per mile, $10,939 per minute
- Lando Norris -$4,587 per mile,$9,131 per minute
- Carlos Sainz -$3,015 per mile,$6,106 per minute
- Sergio Perez - $2,495 per mile, $5,049 per minute
- Valtteri Bottas - $2,294 per mile,$4,393 per minute
- George Russell - $1,835 per mile, $3,508 per minute
- Esteban Ocon - $1,498 per mile, $3,036 per minute
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F1 drivers contract salaries
Here are the estimated annual salaries (excluding sponsorships) of Formula One drivers from least to most, as reported by RadioTimes:
- Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls) $0.5 million
- Jack Doohan (Alpine) $0.5 million
- Liam Lawson (Red Bull) $1 million
- Oliver Bearman (Haas) $1 million
- Gabriel Bortoleto (Sauber) $2 million
- Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) $2 million
- Yuki Tsunoda (Racing Bulls) $2 million
- Lance Stroll (Aston Martin) $3 million
- Nico Hülkenberg (Sauber) $7 million
- Esteban Ocon (Haas) $7 million
- Alexander Albon (Williams) $8 million
- Pierre Gasly (Alpine) $10 million
- Carlos Sainz (Williams) $10 million
- George Russell (Mercedes) $15 million
- Oscar Piastri (McLaren) $20 million
- Lando Norris (McLaren) $20 million
- Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) $20 million
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) $34 million
- Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) $60 million
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull) $65 million
Who is Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari driver, producer in Brad Pitt's 'F1' movie?
Lewis Hamilton, seven-time World Drivers' Champion and one of the highest-paid Formula One drivers, began his career as a rookie in 2007.
Hamilton currently drives for Ferrari, but before that raced with McLaren from 2007 to 2012 and Mercedes from 2013 to 2024, according to F1 Wiki.
In his rookie season, he placed second at the World Drivers’ Championship, only one point behind the winner, Kimi Räikkönen. He won the following season in 2008 and went on to earn the title six more times in 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020.
How old is Lewis Hamilton?
Lewis Hamilton was born Jan. 7, 1985 in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England. He is currently 40 years old.
Is Lewis Hamilton in 'F1' movie?
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It is reported that Lewis Hamilton makes an appearance in the 'F1' movie, however his role as a producer on the film is where he shines.
Director Joseph Kosinski has said Hamilton was "instrumental" to the movie-making process and was involved in the project "from the early stages."
Is the 'F1' movie based on a true story?
No, 'F1,' which follows former F1 driver Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) in his comeback story as he partners APXGP team rookie Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris) movie is not based on a true story.
However, real F1 driver Lewis Hamilton, who is a producer on the film, was very involved in the project and helped ensure the authenticity of the film, especially in gauging Pitt’s driving abilities and with training. (Pitt actually gets behind the wheel during the film.)
Kosinski credits Hamilton for his role in the project, saying "We couldn't have made this film without him.”
“Lewis was instrumental in not only the technical aspects obviously, but in the real kind of formulative stage of the movie, formulating this narrative,” Kosinski said in a news release. “We tell the story of Sonny Hayes, who's kind of [a] veteran racer, and then Joshua Pierce, who's a rookie.
“Lewis has been both. He's been the rookie almost winning his first season in Formula 1 and now with seven World Championships. He's kind of seen it all.
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Is 'F1' in theaters? See movie showtimes
Yes. 'F1 The Movie' officially releases in theaters on Friday, June 27. Below are showtimes in Volusia and Flagler theaters:
- CMX Daytona 12, 1850 Legends Ln Suite E100, Daytona Beach: Standard: 11:15 a.m., 2:45 p.m., 6:15 p.m., 9:45 p.m.; DBOX: 11:15 a.m., 2:45 p.m., 6:15 p.m., 9:45 p.m.; IMAX 12:15 p.m., 3:45 p.m., 7:15 p.m., 10:30 p.m.
- AMC Classic New Smyrna 12, 1401 S. Dixie Fwy, New Smyrna Beach: Standard: 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 3:15 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 7 p.m., 9 p.m., 10 p.m.
- Regal Pavilion, 5547 S. Williamson Blvd, Port Orange: Standard: 10:30 a.m., 2:15 p.m., 6 p.m., 9:45 p.m.; PX RPX (Real Premium Experience): 11:30 a.m., 3:15 p.m., 7 p.m.,10:45 p.m.
- Epic Theatres of West Volusia, 939 Hollywood Blvd, Deltona: Standard: 1:20 p.m., 4:40 p.m., 8 p.m.; PLF (Premium Large Format): 12:20 p.m., 3:40 p.m., 7 p.m.,10:20 p.m.
- Epic Theatres of Palm Coast, 1185 Central Avenue, Palm Coast: Standard: 11 a.m.,12:20 p.m., 2:20 p.m., 3:40 p.m., 7 p.m.,10:20 p.m.; Super: 12:50 p.m., 4:10 p.m., 7:30 p.m.,10:50 p.m.
Ready for the weekend? Check out these fun things to do in Daytona Beach, surrounding area
Where to buy 'F1' movie tickets this weekend
Fans can purchase movie tickets to see "F1" on Fandango, Movietickets.com and Atomtickets.com, according to the official "F1 The Movie" website.
This article originally appeared on The Daytona Beach News-Journal: 'F1' movie: How much F1 drivers like producer Lewis Hamilton get paid
Continue reading...
