Table of Contents
- Overview
- TheNakedNYC YouTube Highlights
- TheNakedNYC Instagram Highlights
- Photo Gallery
- Attendees
- Logistics by DHL
- About Apple TV+
- Wrapping Up
Overview
NEW YORK, NY — On June 16, 2025, Apple Original Films brought high-octane glamour to Times Square with the world premiere of F1: The Movie, distributed globally by Warner Bros. Pictures. The iconic square transformed into a dazzling cinematic stage as stars and celebrities walked the red carpet. Thousands of fans gathered for hours to witness one of the year’s most anticipated events.
The celebration continued at Radio City Music Hall, where Apple hosted a glittering, star-studded premiere. Throughout the evening, live-stream coverage and video highlights captured the electric energy of the celebration.
F1 The Movie was set to roar into theaters and IMAX worldwide on June 27, 2025, following its international debut on June 25 and North American release on June 27.
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Attendees
Director Joseph Kosinski, best known for Top Gun: Maverick, attended alongside leading man Brad Pitt, rising star Damson Idris, Oscar nominee Kerry Condon, Academy Award winner Javier Bardem, and acclaimed actress Sarah Niles.
Meanwhile, seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton, a producer of the F1: The Movie, made a striking entrance on the red carpet. Joining him were legendary producer Jerry Bruckheimer, veteran producer Daniel Lupi, Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, and Mercedes-AMG Petronas team principal Toto Wolff.
Additionally, Apple CEO Tim Cook attended with senior executives. The creative team — including Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer and Academy Award-winning cinematographer Claudio Miranda — received recognition for their exceptional contributions to the film.
Adding to the glamour, familiar faces from film, television, and music — such as actor Jon Hamm, comedian and filmmaker Ben Stiller, and singer-songwriter John Mayer — joined the celebration.
Logistics by DHL
DHL delivered the premiere in an unprecedented Formula 1–style showcase, transforming Times Square into a celebration of speed and cinema. Thirteen authentic Formula 1 cars traveled 46,768 kilometers from eleven cities around the world to create a striking display. The APXGP car — driven on-screen by Brad Pitt’s character — was unveiled as part of the presentation.
About Apple TV+
Apple TV+ provides premium entertainment spanning drama, comedy, and documentary genres. It became the first streaming service to win Best Picture for CODA. Killers of the Flower Moon earned ten Oscar nominations, including Best Picture. By the time of the premiere, Apple Originals had earned 578 awards and over 2,600 nominations.
Wrapping Up
The F1: The Movie premiere in Times Square became a landmark moment, fusing Hollywood prestige with Formula 1 adrenaline. DHL powered the spectacle, delivering authentic Formula 1 cars to transform New York’s heart into a racing showcase. Oscar winners, championship drivers, and global music icons filled the streets with unmatched energy and star power. The event united sport, cinema, and spectacle, leaving Times Square with an unforgettable, high‑octane chapter in its history.
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