F1 (2025), Joseph Kosinski's Formula 1 drama starring Brad Pitt, runs 155 minutes (2 hours 35 minutes). It has one mid-credits scene, no end stinger, and played in standard, IMAX, Dolby, XD and 4DX before digital and Apple TV. Sportskeeda reports viewers should budget about three hours with trailers.
The film premiered at Radio City Music Hall on June 16, 2025, then opened internationally June 25 and in North America June 27. Apple and Warner Bros. materials via ACX Cinemas identify it as an Apple Original Films production distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures.
Table of Contents
- Why do listings show 155 or 156 minutes?
- Should you stay through the credits?
- Which theater version should you pick?
- Where can you watch F1 at home?
Why do listings show 155 or 156 minutes?
Sportskeeda reports the theatrical runtime as 155 minutes, or 2h 35m, in its runtime breakdown. FilmStories reports the UK British Board of Film Classification listed it at 156 minutes including credits with a 12A certificate, in its 12A ruling and 156-minute listing. The one-minute gap reflects whether credits are rounded into the total.
For planning, use the longer number. Choose a showtime that leaves three full hours for trailers, the feature, and exiting. Evening viewers should also allow time for the mid-credits moment.
Should you stay through the credits?
Yes, briefly, but only once. ComingSoon reports there is no post-credits stinger at the very end, only one mid-credits scene shortly after the main story ends, in its credits-scene guide. Viewers can leave after that scene without missing another tag.
The extra moment follows Sonny Hayes, played by Pitt, test-driving a Baja off-road racer on beach and sand dunes in Baja, California. Sporting News describes that drive, while Screen Rant, via Sporting News, reports it was first planned as the opening and later moved over the start of credits. It does not set up a sequel.
Which theater version should you pick?
Theatrical showings included standard cinemas plus IMAX, Dolby Cinema, XD and 4DX at select locations. Sportskeeda reports that premium-format availability varied by theater, affecting ticket price and seat choice. Standard remains the easiest option where premium screens are sold out.
Format mainly changes sound scale, image size, and motion seats. Racing favors a large screen and strong sound, so IMAX or Dolby Cinema suits first viewing. For 4DX, check motion and effects warnings before buying, especially for sensitive viewers.
Where can you watch F1 at home?
For home viewing, 9to5Mac reports F1: The Movie moved first to digital purchase through Apple TV app, Amazon Prime Video and Fandango at Home, then to Apple TV subscriber streaming starting Dec. 12, 2025, in its streaming release report. Digital purchase offers earlier access than the subscription date.
Streaming access requires an Apple TV subscription after that date. Buy digitally to watch once without a subscription. Wait for Apple TV if you already subscribe and prefer included streaming. Check the Apple TV app first for current purchase and streaming status.