Following the monumental $630 million success of F1: The Movie, producer Jerry Bruckheimer has officially confirmed discussions with Lewis Hamilton regarding a potential sequel. In an interview with the press, Bruckheimer disclosed that he recently met with the seven-time world champion to exchange ideas for the film’s continuation. “We met with Lewis Hamilton a couple of weeks ago and started talking about some ideas,” he revealed, hinting that early creative groundwork for the project may already be in motion.
The 2025 blockbuster, released in June, has become Apple Studios’ highest-grossing film to date, raking in over $630 million globally. Reflecting on its success, Bruckheimer described the overwhelming audience enthusiasm during recent screenings in London. “We’ve screened the movie twice every night for the last three nights, and every time, 80% of the hands go up when I ask who hasn’t seen it before. It’s incredible,” he said. “People who thought it wasn’t their kind of movie end up loving it. It’s emotional, fun, and just a great night out.”
Hamilton, who served as both executive producer and appeared in a brief on-screen cameo, approached the conversation about a sequel with measured caution. In his statement to GPblog and other outlets, he stressed the importance of quality over haste. “Most sequels are way worse,” Hamilton remarked. “So we don’t need to rush it. If we do make a sequel, I’d say let’s really take our time and make it even better.” His comments reflect both artistic integrity and a deep personal investment in ensuring that F1: The Movie’s legacy endures.
Despite his growing influence in film production, Hamilton’s first season with Ferrari has been anything but cinematic triumph. The Briton has yet to secure a podium finish in 2025, managing only a Sprint race win in China, while trailing teammate Charles Leclerc by a 64-point margin. Ferrari’s search for their first Grand Prix victory of the season continues, adding a layer of tension to Hamilton’s evolving narrative — both on and off the track.
Still, the conversation between Hamilton and Bruckheimer represents the fusion of sport, cinema, and storytelling at its finest. If the sequel materializes, it will not only build upon F1: The Movie’s massive box office success but also further cement Hamilton’s role as a creative visionary extending his influence far beyond the racing circuit.
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