Damson Idris Says Starring in F1 Made Him Safer Driver

Actor Damson Idris revealed that starring in the new motorsport film 'F1' profoundly changed his approach to driving, making him a much safer and more cautious driver in real life. During filming, Idris reached speeds up to 180 mph and developed a deep respect for the immense pressure and skill required of professional Formula 1 drivers. He plays Joshua Pierce, a rookie F1 driver and teammate to Brad Pitt's character, Sonny Hayes, and prepared extensively by watching every race he could. Idris praised Pitt's humility and support throughout filming, highlighting their strong off-screen relationship despite their characters' on-screen tension. The film, co-produced by seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton, who also worked closely with the cast and crew, opens nationwide on June 27. Director Joseph Kosinski expressed enthusiasm about Idris' performance and future potential following this role.