Apple Secures Formula 1 U.S. Streaming Rights
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Apple and Formula 1 announced a five-year partnership today that will bring the races exclusively to Apple TV in the US, starting in 2026, when it will replace the series’ current deal with ESPN.
Per Apple TV, the series is “a film portrait of a man through the lens of his work, exploring the many facets of a visionary who redefined filmmaking.” Miller had exclusive and unrestricted access to Scorsese’s private archives and interviewed a number of frequent collaborators, including Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro, for the project.
"F1: The Movie," the Formula 1 blockbuster starring Brad Pitt, lands a streaming release date on Apple TV. Find out when you can stream the movie on the platform.
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John Ourand of Puck reported in February that ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro informed F1 officials the network would not be renewing its rights deal, which had been worth $90 million annually on a three-year deal signed in October 2022.
Apple has clinched U.S. rights to Formula 1 for flagship streaming service Apple TV in the wake of the box office success of Brad Pitt blockbuster 'F1.'
This week's roundup of great movies to watch comes with a bit of news specific to this particular streaming service. In a press release announcing the premiere date of F1 The Movie, Apple TV+ has quietly changed its name, dropping the "+" and is now just "Apple TV."
Subscribing to the bundle saves money over separate subscriptions to the services. Both streaming services increased their prices in 2025, with a standalone Apple TV subscription now costing $13 and Peacock Premium at $11, resulting in a $9 monthly discount for those with the bundle.