Damson Idris Teases 'Exciting Conversations' for F1 The Movie Sequel

Damson Idris has confirmed that early discussions are underway for a sequel to the 2025 racing blockbuster F1 The Movie. The actor, who portrayed rookie driver Joshua Pearce, revealed the news during an appearance on the F1 Beyond The Grid podcast.

According to Motorsport.com, Idris was asked about the possibility of returning to his role. He admitted, "There are talks," while noting the delicate nature of the conversations. "There's not much I can say, but there are exciting conversations that are happening," Idris said. He emphasized that the primary goal of any follow-up would be to honor the sport and its fans, just as the first film did.

What did Damson Idris say about the first movie?

Idris pointed to the film's broad appeal as a key to its success. "And the brilliance of F1 The Movie, I think, is that it was, for the first time in a long time, a movie that you could take your whole family to," he explained. "You can go with your grandparents, your kids, your parents, your boyfriend, your girlfriend, whatever the case may be. And we don't often get that with movies."

The role had a profound impact on his career. "It really has changed my life," Idris said. "I was the young actor who was on Snowfall, and then this movie just catapulted me on a rocketship, and it's really made me respect the business that I'm in even more." He now looks for roles that offer a similar sense of challenge and transformation.

How successful was the original film?

The original film was a major commercial success. According to data from TMDB, F1 The Movie grossed $634 million worldwide. Directed by Joseph Kosinski and starring Brad Pitt as retired racer Sonny Hayes, the film was praised by critics, earning an 82% score on Rotten Tomatoes. It is currently available to stream on Apple TV in the U.S.