But what do actual F1 drivers think of the final product? Ahead of the movie's premiere, Men’s Health attended the Canadian Grand Prix and spoke with Alpine drivers Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto about their experiences watching the film and how it differs from their day-to-day lives.

"F1 The Movie" filmed an important opening scene at one of America's iconic racing locales — but not without some compromise

As Formula 1 continues to have discussions about the future of its U.S. media rights, the racing property is hoping the strong opening for a new feature film starring Brad Pitt may be just the thing to help push those talks over the finish line.