Keanu Reeves is set to bring his passion for motorsports to a wider audience as host and executive producer of a new docuseries centered on Cadillac’s entry into Formula 1. The Keanu Reeves Cadillac F1 docuseries will chronicle the emergence of Cadillac’s all-American team as it prepares to compete in the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship, beginning at the Melbourne season opener.
Behind the Scenes of America’s Newest Formula 1 Team
Cadillac’s upcoming participation marks the brand as the eleventh team in the Formula 1 grid, expanding opportunities for drivers and reshaping the competition. The series, produced by North One, aims to offer viewers a close-up perspective on the foundations and fast-paced development of this uniquely American endeavor.
According to North One, the docuseries
“traces the creation of the sport’s newest and uniquely American team as it prepares for its debut at the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship season opener in Melbourne.”
Audiences can expect
“an intimate look at the unique challenges of assembling a competitive team on an accelerated timeline and receive a firsthand account of the vision behind establishing a distinctly American presence in a sport long dominated by European powerhouses,”
as described by the production team.
The show will
“document the challenges, setbacks, drive and determination required to build a new contender in Formula 1,”
with a focus meant to
“captivate both motorsport fans and viewers interested in stories of resilience, cultural aspiration and the pursuit of ambitious goals. The story will also explore the journey to build the first American-based team amidst the backdrop of Formula 1’s continuing growth with audiences in the U.S. and around the world.”
Dedication from the Team and Its Backers
Keanu Reeves shared his enthusiasm for the upcoming project, stating,
“I’m very honored and excited to be a part of telling the remarkable Cadillac Formula 1 Team story and its incredible journey into the world of Formula 1 racing,”
—Keanu Reeves, Executive Producer & Host. He continued,
“Our goal with the docuseries is to bring audiences into the heart of this journey and showcase what it takes to participate in one of the most exclusive sports arenas in the world.”
—Keanu Reeves, Executive Producer & Host.
Dan Towriss, CEO of TWG Motorsports and Cadillac Formula 1 Team, added his thoughts:
“This is a story of bold ambition and relentless drive,”
—Dan Towriss, CEO of TWG Motorsports and Cadillac Formula 1 Team. He also stated,
“We’re honored to work with Keanu, whose passion and knowledge of racing runs deep, and proud to partner with General Motors on this incredible story. We have an opportunity to welcome a new generation of fans to Formula 1, and Keanu’s creativity is the perfect spark to ignite that journey.”
—Dan Towriss, CEO of TWG Motorsports and Cadillac Formula 1 Team.
Anticipation Builds Ahead of the 2026 Season
Last year, Keanu Reeves gained further recognition in motorsports storytelling after his documentary
“Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story”
won an International Emmy for Best Sports Documentary. Attention now turns to Cadillac’s upcoming driver lineup, with names like Valtteri Bottas, Sergio Perez, Zhou Guanyu, Yuki Tsunoda, and Daniel Ricciardo among those rumored to be contenders. The official roster for the team is yet to be announced and is expected later this year, fueling speculation throughout the racing community.
With its focus on ambition and persistence, the Keanu Reeves Cadillac F1 docuseries is set to deliver an inside look at the gritty process of forming a competitive American Formula 1 team, aiming to spark the interest of new fans and motorsport veterans alike as Formula 1’s popularity continues to surge across the U.S. and the globe.
