15 films to watch about Formula 1 and motorsport

• Le Mans 66: Ford v Ferrari (2019, 2h32) – Disney+

The historic duel between the American giant and the Italian manufacturer. Considered one of the best films of its kind, this feature-length film traces the arrival of Ford with its GT40 in the 24H of Le Mans to compete with a Classic Ferrari for sale well-established.

• Rush (2013, 2h03) – Netflix

Another legendary duel, this time between two legends of the Formula 1The rivalry between Niki Lauda and James Hunt, told from their years in Formula 3 until the Austrian's accident. "F1" showed you the present, dive into the past.

• Gran Turismo (2023, 2h15) – Prime Video

When video games meet reality, yet this story is inspired by true events. While driving the Gran Turismo game, Jann Mardenborough is recruited by Nissan as part of their GT Academy program to take the leap across the screen.

• Race for Glory: Audi vs Lancia (2024, 1h34) – Prime Video

The behind-the-scenes look at the World Rally Championship and the maneuvers of the era at the heart of the duel between Audi and Lancia. A look back at the 1983 Group B season between the Germans and Italians, two diametrically opposed cultures and cars. Daniel Brühl, who plays Niki Lauda in Rush, also stars in this film.

• Ferrari (2023, 2h10) – Prime Video

Before Ferrari became Ferrari. Adam Driver embodies The Commander in the Italian firm's formative years, in 1957. The Mille Miglia, a 1000-mile race across Italy, would determine the future of a family shaken by a tragic loss.

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• Lamborghini (2022, 1h37) – Prime Video

Without Ferrari, there's no Lamborghini. Ferruccio, the living embodiment of the phrase "think outside the box," will carry forward his family's dream of competing with the greatest by breaking free from the poverty in which he grew up.

• Days of Thunder (1990, 1h47) – Paramount+

A motorsport rivalry between a rookie and a veteran, or if the F1 movie was centered around another championship: the NASCARCole Trickle, played by Tom Cruise, will take revenge on life behind the wheel of his friend's car in the Daytona 500.

• Driven (2001, 1h56) – Prime Video

Here again, you won't be disoriented by Joseph Kosinski's feature film. A former champion returns to Champ Car racing, several years after a serious accident. The rivalry between the drivers, both on and off the track, is a real eye-opener.

• Grand Prix (1966, 2h56) – Prime Video

Four Formula 1 drivers during a turbulent season, combining real race footage and personal stories. Pete Aron is fired by his team after a crash that injures his teammate. An immersive look at the risks, loves, and sacrifices of the 60s champions.

• Michel Vaillant (2003, 1h43) – Prime Video

Loosely adapted from the famous comic strip created by Jean Graton, this film immerses the viewer in the world of racetracks and mechanical rivalries. Michel Vaillant, as the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans approaches, finds himself pitted against the formidable Leader team.

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• Le Mans (1971, 1h46) – Prime Video

Immerse the viewer in the heart of the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans race with Michael Delaney, an American driver competing in a Porsche 917, which faces its rivals on the track and its own demons, a year after a tragic accident.

• Cars (2006, 1h57) – Disney+

The rookie, the legend, and the eternal runner-up will face off in one final race to determine the winner of the Piston Cup. On his way to California, Lightning McQueen makes a forced detour to the small town of Radiator Springs, from which he emerges transformed.

• Senna (2024, 6 episodes) – Netflix

The rise of the legend and the greatest years of his rivalry with Senna until the sad 1^er May 1994. This series stands out for the way it addresses the daily life of Formula 1 drivers, or how their mentality influences their private lives.

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