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In the ever-competitive landscape of Hollywood blockbusters – rivalries, and box office wars are common events that keep audiences invested in films. But for the first time, the rivalry is taking place between two of Joseph Kosinski’s films. One being Apple Original Films’ upcoming movieF1,starring Brad Pitt, and the other is his adrenaline-pumping 2022 action thriller, Tom Cruise’sTop Gun: Maverick.
Following the release of the first trailer for Brad Pitt’sF1, it shockingly ignited fervent discussions among fans of action-packed cinema, in comparison to the legendary status of Tom Cruise’sTop Gun 2. It is believed that despite both focusing on thrilling sequences, Pitt’sF1film will never beat Cruise’s movie, due to the latter’s use of authentic vehicles.
Brad Pitt’sF1Movie Using Modified Formula 2 Cars
Keeping up with his legendary status as an action film director,Joseph Kosinskiis back with another iconic project set to release in 2025. Starring Brad Pitt, Kosinski once again reunited with Jerry Bruckheimer, to drop the first teaser forApple Original Films’F1. Following the teaser, the filmmaker sat for an interview withDeadline, discussing the focus of his upcoming movie and the thrilling aspects of it.
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During the interview, Joseph Kosinski andJerry Bruckheimerrevealed Lewis Hamilton’s association with the project and how the renowned F1 driver helped steer the project toward potential success. While discussing how they entirely focused on the cars and driving, the director-producer duo later opened up on the types of cars used in the film. Raising people’s expectations, Kosinski mentioned using Formula 2 cars.
We worked with Mercedes and this was actually [team CEO, Co-Owner, and Team Principal] Toto Wolff’s idea. They all complain that racing movies aren’t fast enough because usually when they build these cars, they’re movie cars. You know, they look right, but they aren’t real race cars.
At one of our first meetings, Toto said: ‘You should build this off a Formula 2 car, but make it look like a Formula 1 car,’ so it’s a Formula 2 chassis and engine. We worked closely with Mercedes and their design team and aerodynamicists to develop a custom body that resembles the latest generation Formula 1 car. They’re built specifically for this movie.
While it sounds truly iconic to know how F2 cars were specially built forBrad Pitt‘s movie to offer the relatable feel of F1 cars, car enthusiasts will know that they ain’t the same. For the ones unaware, as perF1 Chronicle, Formula 1 cars are much more powerful than their F2 counterparts, based on their 1000hp, compared to the latter’s toned-down 620hp. More than anything, F1 cars are way faster and much stronger than F2 cars.
Tom Cruise’sTop Gun: MaverickBrought Real Fighter Jets
Considering how Joseph Kosinski is often known for his authentic take on his films, given what he did forTom Cruise‘sTop Gun: Maverick,it seems rather unlikely for him to use F2 cars for Brad Pitt’s upcoming movieF1. It seems despite Kosinski’s directorial brilliance and Pitt’s acting prowess, the movie will fall short ofTop Gun 2, based on the aspect of authenticity.
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According to reports fromScreenRant, although the real fighter jet, the iconic F-14 Tomcat that was used in Tony Scott’s 1986Top Gunhad retired in 2008, due to technological advancements,Tom Cruise’sTop Gun: Maverickstill brought back the jet to prove that legends never truly die. But surprisingly it wasn’t the only authentic fighter jet that was used in the sequel.
There was Boeing F/A 18F Super Hornet, Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, Sukhoi Su-57 Felon, North American P-51 Mustang, and Hypersonic Darkstar that were used inTop Gun: Maverick.Tom Cruise’s sequel thus garnered significant attention for employing real fighter jets, a move that had previously contributed to the original film’s legendary status.
Therefore, in contrast to Joseph Kosinski’sTop Gun: Maverick,as the filmmaker opted for modified Formula 2 cars instead of genuine Formula 1 race cars inBrad Pitt’sF1, there appears a potential risk awaiting the film’s reception among motorsport enthusiasts. Considering how the authenticity of vehicle choices can significantly impact the audience’s perception, it seemsTom Cruise’s moviewill always have an upper hand compared to Pitt’s upcoming film.
F1will be released internationally on June 13, 2025.
Top Gunmovies are available on Paramount+.
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Krittika Mukherjee is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on films, TV shows, and celebrity news with over 3,000 articles published. With an educational background in Journalism, and a keen interest in filmmaking, Krittika blends factual precision with creative flair, when crafting her editorials, or dissecting fan theories.Her coverage often includes news and analyses of critically acclaimed films, celebrity news, and franchises like the Wizarding World, LOTR, DC, and MCU—particularly Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Superheroes, and fan theories. As a Wizarding World aficionado, Krittika has spent countless hours exploring hidden backstories, unadapted book moments, spells, and trivias surrounding J.K. Rowling’s lore.An imaginative writer with a way with words, Krittika has worked as an entertainment journalist for the past two years and a web content writer for a year. She brought her experience and expertise to FandomWire to pursue her desire for sipping coffee while dissecting films and tracking celebrity drama.
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