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.

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.

I'd say he's right to be proud. Not every guy can pull off the feathered look that Brad Pitt sported during his younger years, so it's a solid harkening back to that time. Additionally, it helps audiences recognize the actor on an extra layer, as it was during that era that Pitt was just getting his career going in film and television.