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F1 (2025) Movie Review – 3/5 | HB Reviews

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F1

Name: F1 movie review
Item: F1
Rating: 3
Author: HB Reviews

Action · Drama

2025Movie2h 36m

A technically impressive racing drama with thrilling spectacle, but its narrative and character depth often take a backseat to speed.

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3/5Entertainment Value: YesTMDB audience7.8/104 sources Reviewed by HB ReviewsResearched 17 Aug 2026

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F1 (2025)

Movie Review: 3/5

Entertainment Value: Yes

Is F1 worth watching?

Yes. HB Reviews rates it 3/5 and considers it entertaining overall.

Spoiler-free story

Racing legend Sonny Hayes is coaxed out of retirement to lead a struggling Formula 1 team—and mentor a young hotshot driver—while chasing one more chance at glory.

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Short Verdict

A technically impressive racing drama with thrilling spectacle, but its narrative and character depth often take a backseat to speed.

Full Review

Joseph Kosinski’s *F1* delivers a high-octane spectacle that capitalises on its premise: a visually immersive dive into the world of Formula 1 racing. The film follows Sonny Hayes, a retired racing legend played by Brad Pitt, who is coaxed out of retirement to mentor a young, ambitious driver while pursuing one last shot at glory. The premise is familiar—echoing the structure of *Top Gun: Maverick* but with the roar of engines rather than fighter jets—yet Kosinski’s direction ensures the racing sequences are undeniably thrilling.

The cinematography and editing create a palpable sense of speed, while the production design meticulously recreates the high-stakes environment of Formula 1 with authenticity. However, *F1* is not without its shortcomings. While the racing scenes excel, the screenplay often struggles to match their intensity.

The plot frequently feels secondary to the spectacle, with character development and emotional arcs sidelined in favour of the next high-speed sequence. Sonny Hayes’ personal journey is compelling in theory, but the writing lacks the depth to make his struggles resonate as powerfully as the on-track action. The dialogue, too, leans on well-worn tropes of mentorship and redemption, resulting in a storytelling approach that feels formulaic rather than innovative.

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