Brad Pitt's F1 Films $144 Million Opening Weekend Globally

The film "F1," starring Brad Pitt and directed by Joseph Kosinski, has achieved a remarkable $144 million global opening weekend, marking the biggest theatrical debut for Apple Original Films. Domestically, it earned $55.6 million, significantly surpassing projections, and internationally it garnered $88.4 million across 78 markets, including strong performances in the UK, China, Mexico, and India. Praised for its exciting racing sequences and emotional storytelling, the movie holds a 97% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes and has been well-received by critics with an 84% score. This success represents a milestone for Apple Original Films, outpacing previous releases like "Killers of the Flower Moon" and "Napoleon," and it also marks Brad Pitt's most successful opening to date. The film's popularity is further boosted by 23% of North American ticket sales being from IMAX screenings, which generated substantial revenue. Despite competition from movies like "How to Train Your Dragon" and "M3GAN 2.0," "F1" is expected to maintain strong box office momentum into the following weeks.