The Exorbitant Budget of Brad Pitt’s Formula 1 Movie: Potentially Among the Largest in Film History
Brad Pitt, known for his roles in memorable movies, is gearing up for an upcoming project centered around Formula 1, which could potentially boast one of the largest movie budgets of all time.
Pitt, a Formula One enthusiast who has attended races in the past, is set to star in a Hollywood-themed movie about Formula 1. While the title remains unknown, the cast includes Pitt, Damson Idris, Javier Bardem, and F1 driver Lewis Hamilton, among other well-known celebrities and actors.
Despite ongoing production, various challenges have already led to inflated costs, pushing the budget for Pitt’s F1 movie well beyond $300 million, making it one of the most expensive movie ventures to date. Concerns persist that the budget may continue to escalate, possibly reaching close to $400 million once all additional expenses are taken into account.
According to reports from Puck, Brad Pitt’s Formula 1 movie is already among the top contenders for the largest movie budgets in history. Factors contributing to the rising costs include the 118-day SAG-AFTRA strike and the use of real cars, including Formula 2 cars with F1 equipment, which has significantly inflated expenses. Additionally, the creation of a pit garage for Pitt’s fictional F1 team and the involvement of a star-studded cast further contribute to the soaring budget, potentially reaching upwards of $360 million by the completion of filming.
With such a hefty budget, the unnamed movie faces significant pressure to become a box office hit. While achieving blockbuster status is challenging, particularly with few movies crossing the $800 million mark, the project is expected to proceed despite the exorbitant costs, with some filming already completed at the grand prix.
