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Lewis Hamilton Drops Behind-the-Scenes Details From F1 Film With Damson Idris

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Samriddhi Jaiswal | Last updated Sep 14, 2025 10:31 AM ET

Lewis Hamilton has given fans a glimpse into the F1 movie he’s co-producing alongside Brad Pitt. Speaking about his cameo work behind the senses, Hamilton described the standout sequence featuring Damson Idris.

“We’re filming a scene. It’s a red flag, I get out of the car and take my helmet off and I’m staring at Damson, we’re having a bit of a stare out,” Hamilton said.

The seven-time world champion said the moment captures the intensity of racing rivalries while also showcasing Idris’s transformation into a convincing F1 driver.

Bringing Racing Drama to the Big Screen

The Apple Studios film, produced with Hamilton’s input through his Dawn Apollo Films company, has been praised for its authenticity.

Hamilton has long insisted that the movie should respect the sport’s culture while appearing to wider audiences. His description of the scene highlights how the filmmakers are weaving genuine tension into the narrative.

F1 Meets Hollywood

Hamilton’s role has primarily been as a producer, ensuring the film avoids the cliches that often plague motorsport movies. But moments like his on-set “stare out” with Idris show how deeply involved he is in shaping the story.

Lewis talking about the stare-off scene with Damson in theF1 movie

“We’re filming a scene. It’s a red flag, I get out of the car and take my helmet off and I’m staring at Damson, we’re having a bit of a stare out.” pic.twitter.com/HkQ6jVcb1M
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With Brad Pitt also playing a veteran driver and real F1 teams lending their cars for filming, the project has been hailed as one of the most authentic racing movies. Hamilton’s latest reveal only adds to the growing anticipation.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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