Brad Pitt’s upcoming action film will run longer than the sprawling “Avengers: Infinity War.” Pitt will next appear in director Joseph Kosinski’s movie, titled “F1,” which is an epic about Formula One racing. In this movie, he will play Sonny Hayes, a retired F1 driver who is coerced to return to the racetrack in an attempt to regain his past triumphs in one of the world’s most perilous sports.
Just a few weeks prior to its official premiere, it appears that the F1 runtime has been revealed, and surprisingly, it’s longer than many popular action films from the past decade. The highly anticipated underdog film featuring Brad Pitt, often referred to as a blockbuster, has been hyped as one of the most significant productions in recent years. However, viewers were taken aback by the discovery that its length would be commensurate with its production size.
As a cinephile myself, I’m excited to share that, based on reliable motorsports insider Adam Stern’s reports, Brad Pitt’s upcoming F1 film is expected to clock in at approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes when it graces the big screen later this month. Can’t wait!
As a huge fan, I must say that this action flick surpasses Brad Pitt’s most recent action movies, including the epic space journey of Ad Astra from 2019 and the action-packed extravaganza Bullet Train directed by David Leitch.
As a passionate cinephile, let me share an interesting fact: The runtime of this film surpasses that of the epic saga, “Avengers: Infinity War,” which is renowned for its length among action films. However, it falls just short of breaking the 150-minute mark, having been clocked at 149 minutes.
Additionally, F1 establishes a fresh milestone for director Joseph Kosinski, surpassing the previous length records in his 15-year career as director of Top Gun: Maverick.
See below for a list of recent Brad Pitt action movies for comparison:
- Ad Astra: 2 hours, 4 minutes
- Bullet Train: 2 hours, 6 minutes
- IF: 1 hour, 48 minutes
- Wolfs: 2 hours, 33 minutes
On June 27th, the thrilling world of F1 races finds its way onto theater screens for the first time ever, offering an exclusive, never-before-seen perspective on the high-speed, global phenomenon. In this sports racing epic, Brad Pitt takes center stage along with other esteemed actors like Kerry Condon and Javier Bardem, as well as actual Formula One drivers such as Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen.
Why F1 Needs To Be the Longest Movie of the Summer?
While some movie enthusiasts might roll their eyes at the longer running time of Brad Pitt’s “F1,” it will undoubtedly bring joy to others who have been eagerly awaiting any updates on the movie.
The new film is heavily focused on its fast-paced storyline, as it not only immerses viewers in the thrilling highs and lows of Formula One racing but also delves into the complex narrative of Sonny Hayes, a driver played by Pitt, who’s trying to regain his glory days despite his time seemingly passing him by.
Essentially, this tale unfolds not only in the glamorous circuits of Monaco and Azerbaijan but also beyond, making it an epic saga in its own right. Consequently, it warrants a screen time proportional to such a grand narrative.
A significant aspect of this grand narrative shares similarities with director Joseph Kosinski’s previous lengthy production, Top Gun: Maverick. It will feature awe-inspiring action scenes, much like those depicted in the movie, which are based on genuine equipment used in the film.
Instead of digitally inserting Brad Pitt into a real Formula One race using computer-generated imagery, the F1 team filmed actual races at genuine Formula One circuits for the movie scenes.
Instead of implying that CGI action scenes don’t require sufficient runtime as F1 seems to suggest, it’s worth noting that movie studios often provide more time for action sequences when they are made practically, enabling viewers to immerse themselves in the realistic tension rather than just the immediate moment. The examples from the Top Gun and Mission: Impossible franchises demonstrate this trend.
As a film enthusiast, I can’t help but wonder if the extended runtime might not necessarily impact the overall quality of the movie. However, what it does ensure is that there will be sufficient time for the heart-pounding race sequences in F1, those electrifying real-life speedsters on the road, to leave viewers utterly amazed.
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2025-06-11 12:34