From Hollywood to Miami: Toto Wolff, George Russell, Kerry Condon, and Jerry Bruckheimer Bring Formula One Thrills to the Big Screen

From Hollywood to Miami: ahead of the thrilling Miami Grand Prix weekend, IWC Schaffhausen hosted an exclusive event in true Miami-style at the rooftop restaurant Fabel. The gathering brought together key figures from the adrenaline-fueled world of FORMULA 1 for an engaging conversation on how the sport’s raw energy and competitive spirit are authentically captured in the upcoming Apple Original Films and Warner Bros. Pictures movie, F1. 🎬🏎️

The event was moderated by FORMULA 1 commentator Immy Barclay and featured notable figures such as Toto Wolff, Principal of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team, driver George Russell, actresses Kerry Condon and Simone Ashley, and legendary producer Jerry Bruckheimer. Also making a guest appearance was F1 commentator Günther Steiner. 💬

Miami Grand Prix Weekend Kicks Into Overdrive 🚦

As the excitement of the Miami Grand Prix weekend reaches fever pitch, the vibrant energy of Miami flows beyond the racetrack! The city comes alive, embracing the fusion of motorsport and cultural celebration. To kickstart the action, IWC Schaffhausen took over the trendy Fabel restaurant in the Wynwood district for an unforgettable evening of racing and Hollywood movie magic. 🏁✨

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The event offered an exclusive look at the exciting collaboration between the real and fictional worlds of FORMULA 1: the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team and the blockbuster movie F1. For the first time, team principal Toto Wolff and driver George Russell shared the stage with stars from the film, including Kerry Condon, Simone Ashley, and Jerry Bruckheimer. The conversation provided fans with a behind-the-scenes peek into both the film production and the real-world F1 world. 👀💬

A Hollywood Story Fueled by Authenticity ⚡

The worlds of real and fictional FORMULA 1 may appear separate, but as the panel discussion highlighted, they’re intricately connected. F1, starring Brad Pitt as the washed-up racer Sonny Hayes, tells the dramatic story of the most promising FORMULA 1 star of the 1990s who is given a second chance to prove himself.

The film delves into his journey alongside Joshua Pearce (played by Damson Idris) as they battle for supremacy on the track. As the engines roar, the drama unfolds, showing that in FORMULA 1, your teammate is often your fiercest competitor. 🏎️💥

The movie, set against the backdrop of real Grand Prix™ races, features cutting-edge cinematic techniques, as the Hollywood crew travelled alongside real FORMULA 1 teams for over two years. Incredible! 🎥🔧

Toto Wolff revealed how they adapted real F2 cars for the film to ensure authentic speed and performance, while Jerry Bruckheimer shared insights into the innovative camera setups used in the production. Kerry Condon and George Russell also discussed their on-screen and real-life racing experiences, offering fans a glimpse into the synergy between movie-making and real-world motorsport. 🎬🏁

IWC Schaffhausen Showcases Movie-Inspired Watches ⌚

Guests were treated to an exclusive display of the APXGP watch collection, inspired by the film F1. Launched earlier this year at Watches and Wonders Geneva, the collection features the Ingenieur Automatic 40 (Ref. IW328908) with a striking green dial, derived from the prop watch worn by Sonny Hayes. Other notable pieces included the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph APXGP (Ref. IW378009) and Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 APXGP (Ref. IW388116), celebrating IWC’s sponsorship of the fictional APXGP team featured in the film. 🕰️✨

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Notable guests at the event wore a variety of IWC timepieces, including Jerry Bruckheimer sporting the Pilot’s Watch Performance Chronograph 41 (Ref. IW388309), Kerry Condon and Simone Ashley in the new Ingenieur Automatic 35, and Toto Wolff wearing the Big Pilot’s Watch Shock Absorber XPL Toto Wolff x Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team (Ref. IW356201). George Russell sported a custom Ingenieur Automatic 42 in his signature blue colour. 🕶️🖤

About the Movie: F1 🎥

Get ready for F1, the movie of the summer, set for release this June! Directed by Joseph Kosinski, the film is produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Kosinski, seven-time FORMULA 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton, Brad Pitt, and more. The film stars Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia, and Javier Bardem.

In theatres and IMAX starting June 27, 2025 (international release on June 25, 2025), F1 promises to take you on a high-speed, high-stakes journey through the world of FORMULA 1. 🏎️🎬