Brad Pitt’s f1 becomes his highest-grossing film with $561 million — here’s how much he earned

Brad Pitt’s f1 becomes his highest-grossing film with $561 million — here’s how much he earned

los angeles — F1, the high-octane racing drama starring Brad Pitt, has officially become the actor’s highest-grossing film to date, raking in a massive $561 million at the global box office. The film has surpassed Pitt’s 2013 zombie-action hit World War Z, which previously held the top spot with a worldwide gross of about $540 million.

Directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick), F1 blends real-world Formula 1 racing with fictional storytelling and features Pitt as a seasoned driver making a dramatic return to the grid. The film was shot during real Grand Prix events and features cameos from several real-life F1 stars, contributing to its international appeal and strong performance both critically and commercially.

brad pitt’s payday

According to industry reports, Brad Pitt earned a staggering $30 million for his role in F1, making it one of his most lucrative paydays to date. This amount covers his acting fee and possibly some producing incentives, as the film was co-produced through his production company, Plan B Entertainment. While it’s unclear whether he negotiated a backend deal (a percentage of profits), his up-front fee alone places him among the highest-paid actors of the year.

a new lane for sports cinema

F1 has also drawn attention for its innovative production approach—filming at live racing events, using practical effects over CGI, and collaborating closely with Formula 1 teams and organizers. This authenticity, coupled with Pitt’s star power, appears to have struck a chord with audiences worldwide.

what’s next?

With F1 speeding past expectations at the box office and cementing itself as a commercial juggernaut, speculation is already swirling about a potential sequel or expanded cinematic universe centered around the racing world. Whether or not Pitt returns behind the wheel, F1 has proven that sports drama—when done with scale, heart, and realism—can win big at the box office.