Lewis Hamilton's F1 Movie Continues Filming At Daytona International Speedway

The upcoming F1 movie, directed by Joseph Kosinski and starring Brad Pitt, extends its filming to Daytona International Speedway.

Filming for the upcoming Formula 1 movie directed by Joseph Kosinski and with links to driver Lewis Hamilton continues at Daytona International Speedway. The movie, featuring Brad Pitt in a leading role, captures the essence of F1 racing through recordings made at various Grand Prix events and is now set to include scenes from the iconic Daytona endurance race.

Key Takeaways:

• Expansive Filming Scope: The movie's filming has spanned several F1 Grand Prix weekends, including unique pit access at Silverstone and sessions at the Grand Prix of Las Vegas. Custom-designed cars based on Formula 2 models were used for action shots.
• Daytona International Speedway's Role: The next phase of filming will occur at Daytona International Speedway during the Roar Before The 24 and the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona. The film will feature a GTD car with a special livery, blending into the official sessions rather than using exclusive track time.
• Dutch Presence in IMSA: The 24 Hours of Daytona marks the start of the new IMSA season, with Dutch drivers Renger van der Zande and Tijmen van der Helm competing for overall victory in different teams.

During the past Formula 1 season, director Joseph Kosinski orchestrated the recording of scenes at various Grand Prix events for this yet-to-be-named movie. A significant step was taken at Silverstone, where an eleventh team's space was provided in the pits. 

Mercedes contributed by designing a car based on the Formula 2 car. These cars were brought onto the track at specific moments to capture high-octane action shots. In addition to Silverstone, filming also took place at the Grand Prix of Las Vegas, among other locations. However, the production faced challenges due to a widespread actors' and writers' strike.

The upcoming filming sessions at Daytona International Speedway, as reported by Racer, mark a new chapter in the movie's production. Unlike the special sessions arranged during F1 weekends, the Daytona filming will integrate into the official IMSA sessions. This approach raises questions about whether the film producers have registered separately for the Roar Before The 24 and the Rolex 24 or are collaborating with an existing team, like they have been with Mercedes. 

The 24 Hours of Daytona, taking place on January 27 and 28, is a significant event in the IMSA calendar, preceded by a test weekend from January 19 to 21. This year's race features notable Dutch drivers, including two-time winner Renger van der Zande and Tijmen van der Helm, each striving for overall victory in the GTP class with their respective teams.