Brad Pitt’s latest movie, F1, has reached a significant milestone at the global box office by surpassing the longtime leader World War Z. Now in its seventh weekend since release, F1 has grossed $545.6 million globally, overtaking the $540.4 million total of World War Z, making it Pitt’s highest-grossing film around the world. This achievement highlights the enduring appeal of the racing drama as it continues to perform strongly internationally.
Box Office Breakdown: Domestic and International Success
F1, produced by Apple Original Films and distributed by Warner Bros., earned $17.2 million in its most recent weekend from 78 international markets, pushing its overseas total to $372.3 million. Domestically, the film has accumulated $173.3 million, following a $57 million opening weekend. Notably, South Korea saw a surge of 36% in box office receipts during F1’s sixth weekend, bringing its total there to $18.5 million. Other regions contributing heavily to the film’s success include the UK, France, and various parts of Europe and Asia-Pacific.
Comparatively, World War Z, released in 2013 by Paramount Pictures, earned $202.8 million in the United States and $337.6 million internationally. It maintained its status as Brad Pitt’s top global box office hit for more than ten years after opening with $66.4 million domestically on a production budget estimated at $190 million.
Story and Creative Team Behind the Film’s Triumph
Directed by Joseph Kosinski, F1 stars Brad Pitt as a retired Formula One driver who returns to mentor a promising younger teammate. The film’s strong appeal overseas, particularly across Asia-Pacific and Europe, has been a key factor in its growing worldwide total. Its PG-13 rating and 2 hour 35 minute runtime have made it accessible to a broad audience amid increasing competition as new releases arrive in theaters globally.
Implications and Future Prospects for F1 at the Box Office
With $545.6 million in global revenue, F1 has firmly established itself as Brad Pitt’s biggest global box office success. The film continues to roll out internationally, sustaining momentum even as newer films enter various markets. Industry observers will be watching closely to see how much further F1 can advance in the coming weeks as it competes for top spots worldwide.
