'F1' opens with $55 million, delivering Apple its biggest big-screen hit
Though Apple Original Films has had some notable successes in its six years in Hollywood — including the 2021 Oscar-winner 'CODA' — its theatrical results have been decidedly mixed. Misfires like 'Argylle' and 'Fly Me to the Moon' and big-budget awards plays like Ridley Scott's 'Napoleon' and Martin Scorsese's 'Killers of the Flower Moon' have been better at driving viewers to Apple TV+ than movie theaters.
But 'F1' was Apple's first foray into summer blockbuster territory. It won a bidding war for the project from much of the production team behind the 2022 box-office smash 'Top Gun: Maverick.' Apple then partnered with Warner Bros. to distributed the film starring Brad Pitt, Damson Idris and Kerry Condon.
With a production budget over $200 million, 'F1' still has several laps to go to turn a profit. But for now, 'F1' is full speed ahead.
''F1 The Movie' puts the pedal to the metal in an impressive overperformance for this original summer movie that had one of the most comprehensive and exciting marketing blitzes in recent memory and it paid off big for the film,' said Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst for data firm Comscore.
Car racing movies have often struggled in theaters; crash-and-burn cases include Ron Howard's 'Rush' (2013) and Michael Mann's 'Ferrari' (2023). But 'F1' built off of the Formula 1 fandom stirred up by the popular series 'Formula 1: Drive to Survive.' And it leaned on 'Top Gun: Maverick' director Joseph Kosinski and producer Jerry Bruckheimer to deliver another adult-oriented action thrill ride.
Like they did in 'Top Gun: Maverick,' the filmmakers sought an adrenaline rush by placing IMAX cameras inside the cockpit in 'F1.' IMAX and large-format screens accounted for 55% of in its ticket sales. IMAX, whose screens are much sought-after in the summer, has carved out a three-week run for the movie.
Reviews have been very good for 'F1' and audience reaction (an 'A' via CinemaScore) was even better. That suggests 'F1' could hold up well in the coming weeks despite some formidable coming competition in Universal Pictures' 'Jurassic World Rebirth.'
Universal's 'M3gan 2.0' had been expected to pose a greater challenge to 'F1.' Instead, the robot doll sequel didn't come close to matching the 2022 original's box-office launch.
'M3gan 2.0' collected $10.2 million in 3,112 theaters. Memes and viral videos helped propel the first 'M3gan' to a $30.4 million opening and a total haul of $180 million, all on a $12 million budget.
Still, the Blumhouse Productions horror thriller could wind up profitable. The film, written and directed by Gerald Johnstone, cost a modest $25 million to make. A spinoff titled 'Soulm8te' is scheduled for release next year.
M3gan 2.0' ended up in fourth place. The box-office leader of the last two weekends, 'How to Train Your Dragon,' slid to second with $19.4 million. The DreamWorks Animation live-action hit from Universal Pictures has surpassed $200 million domestically in three weeks.
After a debut that marked a new low for Pixar, the studio's 'Elio' gathered up $10.7 million in sales in its second weekend. That gives the Walt Disney Co. release a disappointing two-week start of $42.2 million.
With final domestic figures being released Monday, this list factors in the estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Comscore:
1. 'F1 The Movie,' $55 million.
2. 'How to Train Your Dragon,' $19.4 million.
3. 'Elio,' $10.7 million.
4. 'M3gan 2.0,' $10.2 million.
5. '28 Years Later,' $9.7 million.
6. 'Lilo & Stitch,' $6.9 million.
7. 'Mission: Impossible — Final Reckoning,' $4.2 million.
8. 'Materialists,' $3 million.
9. 'Ballerina,' $2.1 million.
10. 'Karate Kid: Legends,' $1 million.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Mint
2 hours ago
- Mint
‘Ramayana: Part One' wraps shoot; first look of Ranbir Kapoor-starrer to be unveiled on THIS date
The filming of 'Ramayana: Part One', one of India's most ambitious cinematic projects, has officially come to an end. The upcoming mythological epic, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Sai Pallavi as Sita. The first official look at the film will be unveiled on July 3 in Mumbai at a grand IMAX event, described by the makers as a "landmark cinematic event". A video circulating on social media shows an emotional moment on set, where Ranbir Kapoor warmly hugs Ravi Dubey, who plays Lakshman in the film. The two, joined by cast and crew, also cut a cake to celebrate the wrap. Ranbir and Tiwari gave heartfelt speeches to mark the milestone, although the audio of the clip was unclear. Ranbir Kapoor reportedly left for a vacation with wife Alia Bhatt and mother Neetu Kapoor shortly after filming concluded, and is expected to miss Thursday's unveiling event in Mumbai. 'Ramayana' will be released in two parts, with Part One slated to hit cinemas during Diwali 2026, followed by Part Two in Diwali 2027. The film is being produced by Namit Malhotra under the banner of Prime Focus Studios, known for their work on several high-end VFX-driven projects. The star-studded cast also includes Sunny Deol as Hanuman, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Kunal Kapoor as Indra, and Arun Govil, who famously played Rama in Ramanand Sagar's 1980s TV series, now appearing as Dashratha. Earlier, Ranbir had spoken about how meaningful it was to portray Lord Rama, calling it a "dream" role. 'It teaches what Indian culture is about — family and husband-wife dynamics,' he said. 'And to tell this story to a new generation with the kind of technology we have, it's a very exciting and gratifying opportunity for me as an actor.' The makers are expected to use cutting-edge visual effects and large-scale production design to recreate the epic, aiming to create a film of international standards while staying rooted in Indian tradition. With immense anticipation building, 'Ramayana: Part One' is being positioned as a defining moment in Indian cinema — a blend of devotion, mythology, and modern storytelling.
Pink Villa
2 hours ago
- Pink Villa
Box Office: Why is Jurassic World Rebirth's advance bookings not open in top Indian national chains yet?
Jurassic World: Rebirth, directed by Gareth Edwards and starring Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, Mahershala Ali and others, hits North American theatres on 2nd July and Indian theatres on 4th July. The excitement for the film across the globe is very high. Early projections are that the dinosaur movie will go past the USD 300 million mark at the global box office, by the end of the first weekend itself. For a movie that needs USD 500 million to breakeven theatrically, the expected weekend number should be seen very positively. Jurassic World: Rebirth Faces Hurdles In India; Full Fledged Advance Bookings Still Not Open Despite all that's working in favour of the movie, there are a few things that are going against it. After the setback of getting no IMAX screens, now the movie is struggling to get its desired showcasing in top Indian national chains. Advances for tentpole Hollywood movies begin a week or two prior to the release. Here, the film's limited advance bookings have opened in chains like Cinepolis and MovieMax but not PVRInox, which contributes more than 50 percent of the earnings of any Hollywood feature. Jurassic World: Rebirth Competes With Strong Holdover Releases And New Releases For Screens It is said that the movie is struggling to get its desired showcasing due to strong holdover titles like F1, Maa and Sitaare Zameen Par, and its release rival Metro... In Dino. While it goes without saying that the dinosaur film will be the top pick for Indian moviegoers this week, it is unfortunate that it has to still struggle to get its desired showcasing. One would hope that the screen-sharing issues are sorted and the movie gets a smooth release. Jurassic World: Rebirth Day 1 India Net Projections Based on our tracking, Jurassic World: Rebirth should be opening in the Rs 9.50 - 10.50 crore net vicinity. However, the tracking number can go for a toss if it does not get the desired showcasing. The advance bookings should open in a full-fledged manner by Wednesday, if the movie really wants a shot at a double digit opening. Jurassic World: Rebirth hits Indian theatres on 4th July, 2025. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates.
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
Revisiting the legendary British Grand Prix moment when Nigel Mansell gave Ayrton Senna a lift in his F1 car
Formula 1 has grown significantly over the years, with strict safety regulations that are life-saving on one hand but can lead to heavy penalties for drivers if even slightly violated. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now However, there was a time in the 1990s when things were a little less rigid — like the iconic moment during the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, when Ayrton Senna hitched a ride on the body of Nigel Mansell's F1 car after his own had run out of fuel. When Ayrton Senna ran out of fuel and hitched a ride on track The legendary British Grand Prix moment was recently shared by F1 on their X handle, leaving motorsport fans in awe. The video shows Senna taking a ride back to the garage on Mansell's car after the latter had just won the race — and was gracious enough to offer a lift. Nigel Mansell had won the 1991 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, starting from pole position while racing for Williams-Renault. Ayrton Senna, who finished fourth, ran out of fuel in his McLaren-Honda on the final lap. True to his sporting nature, he accepted the lift back to the pits. Fans call the British Grand Prix moment 'iconic' F1 fans hailed the moment on X, calling it 'legendary' and 'iconic.' Many also questioned whether such an act would even be legal under today's regulations. One user commented, 'F1 history in one frame!' Another wrote, '@fia unban this stuff bro, drivers should be allowed to have fun.' A third said, 'This is one of my favorite F1 moments.' Another comment read, 'In today's highly regulated F1, both drivers would get points on their license and/or some kind of grid penalty for the next race. Lord save us from officialdom.' In the comments section, a user also shared another video clip and pointed out, 'You left out the funniest part — when the marshal tries to stop him and Senna pushes him away.' Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Tragically, Senna lost his life three years later in a racing accident during the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix at Imola. Also Read: The British Grand Prix returns this year to Silverstone, scheduled from July 4 – 6. It's a special home race for McLaren's Lando Norris, who just claimed his third win of the season in Austria on Sunday.
