Brad Pitt’s ‘Days of Thunder’ Replacement Is Officially the King of Apple TV
Brad Pitt’s racing drama *F1* remains a major Apple TV hit, staying in the US top ten for more than 300 days. Its lasting popularity follows a strong cinema run and awards recognition, making it a standout success for Apple.
Directed by Joseph Kosinski, *F1* earned $633 million worldwide against a reported budget of $200 million to $300 million, becoming Apple Original Films’ highest-grossing theatrical release. It received four nominations at the 98th Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and won Best Sound.
- *F1* has spent over 300 days in Apple TV’s US top ten.
- The film grossed $633 million worldwide.
- It won the Oscar for Best Sound.
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Apple TV+ is Apple’s subscription streaming service, which also backs films for cinema release. Its original films compete for viewers with productions from established studios and other streaming services.
F1 stars Brad Pitt as a veteran racing driver who returns to the sport, and was directed by Joseph Kosinski. Its cinema earnings and Academy Award recognition made it one of Apple’s most prominent film releases, while its performance on the service offers a measure of its continued appeal to viewers.