F1: The Movie Shortlisted for Multiple Academy Awards
Lewis Hamilton's co-produced film 'F1: The Movie' has been shortlisted for Oscars in four categories—Cinematography, Original Score, Sound, and Visual Effects—following its Golden Globe nods and record box office success.
The blockbuster film 'F1: The Movie,' co-produced by Lewis Hamilton and starring Brad Pitt, has been shortlisted for four categories at the 98th Academy Awards, continuing its award season momentum after two Golden Globe nominations. The film, which became the highest-grossing of Pitt's career, is now in contention for Oscars in key technical and creative fields.
Why it matters:
An F1-themed film achieving this level of critical recognition at the Oscars underscores the sport's growing mainstream cultural impact beyond the racetrack. Success in these prestigious categories, especially for a project deeply tied to the sport's biggest star, validates Formula 1's powerful storytelling potential in global entertainment.
The details:
- The film has been shortlisted in four categories: Cinematography, Music (Original Score), Sound, and Visual Effects.
- Ed Sheeran's song "Drive," featured in the film, is also shortlisted for Best Original Song.
- This follows the movie's earlier recognition with two Golden Globe nominations for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement and Best Original Score.
- The film, starring Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes and Damson Idris as Joshua Pearce, was released globally in theaters and recently became available for streaming on Apple TV+.
What's next:
The final Oscar nominations will be determined next year. Nominations voting begins on January 12, 2026, with the official list of nominees announced on January 22, 2026. The 98th Academy Awards ceremony is scheduled for March 15, 2026, in Hollywood, where the film will discover if its shortlist placements convert into official nominations and potential wins.