Formula 1 Driver Liam Lawson Shares Impressions of the Highly Anticipated F1 Movie

Racing driver Liam Lawson, a member of the Red Bull Junior Team, has expressed his initial thoughts on the upcoming Formula 1 (F1) movie, drawing parallels to the blockbuster Top Gun. The film, directed by Joseph Kosinski, who also helmed the 2022 sequel to Top Gun – Top Gun: Maverick, boasts an impressive cast including Tom Cruise, Val Kilmer, Miles Teller, and Glen Powell.

F1 Movie’s Authentic Representation of the Sport

Kosinski collaborated closely with seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton, who served as executive producer, to ensure the movie accurately portrays the world of F1 racing.

During an interview with Motorsport.com and other media outlets ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix weekend, Lawson shared his insights on the movie, which he had viewed the previous night in a private screening alongside most of the F1 grid. He likened the experience to fighter pilots watching Top Gun. He posited:

When asked if he believed the movie had the potential to become a classic motorsport film, Lawson, a native of New Zealand, responded:

Many other F1 drivers have echoed Lawson’s sentiments. For instance, Sauber driver Nico Hulkenberg commented:

Global Release Date and Anticipation

The F1 movie is set for a global release on 25 June, 2025, and in the United States and Canada on 27 June. With Lawson’s positive feedback and the growing excitement among F1 enthusiasts, it seems that this movie will undoubtedly be a must-watch for fans of high-speed action and cinematic excellence.