Apple TV+ Brings One of 2025’s Biggest Hits to Streaming in December: Here’s When to Watch It

Published 12/01/2025, 11:14 AM EST

Apple TV has new titles coming and going constantly, keeping viewers on their toes with surprises that range from laugh-out-loud comedies to heart-stopping thrillers. Each week brings fresh stories that captivate, entertain, and sometimes leave audiences questioning reality, creating a streaming experience that never feels stagnant.

December is full of releases that promise to close the year with a bang, from star-studded dramas to family-friendly adventures that charm every age. With everything lined up and anticipation building, it is all set with its December lineup.

The streaming giant is set to bring one of 2025’s biggest hits to screens this December, with curiosity rising about which blockbuster will make the leap.

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From box office to Apple TV: Which 2025 hit is coming home?

F1 The Movie releases on 12 December 2025, promising a turbocharged ride through speed, ambition, and redemption. Brad Pitt stars as Sonny Hayes, once Formula 1’s brightest rising star, whose career nearly ended after a devastating crash in the 1990s.

Three decades later, Hayes drifts through life as a wandering racer-for-hire until his former teammate Ruben Cervantes, played by Javier Bardem, persuades him to return to the track. With a failing team depending on him, Sonny faces one final, high-octane chance to reclaim glory and defy fate.

In June 2022, Apple secured distribution rights for F1 in a blockbuster deal reportedly worth $130–140 million, setting the stage for a major cinematic event. The film raced past expectations, opening to $146.3 million worldwide and earning a staggering $631.4 million globally, with $189.5 million from the United States and Canada alone.

Critics praised the film, giving it an 82 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, marking it as Apple Studios’ first box office triumph. Behind its box office success lies a stellar cast, whose talent and charisma made the story unforgettable.

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Alongside Brad Pitt, a star-studded cast injects depth and intensity into every role, delivering unforgettable performances that elevate the high-speed drama, making each character as thrilling and compelling as the races themselves.

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Brad Pitt leads F1 as Sonny Hayes, a nomadic racer-for-hire and former 1990s Formula One star returning to APXGP. Damson Idris heats up the track as Joshua Pearce, Sonny’s rookie teammate and fiercest rival.

Kerry Condon brings intelligence and charm as Kate McKenna, APXGP’s technical director and Sonny’s love interest, while Javier Bardem embodies Rubén Cervantes, the team owner and Sonny’s old friend. Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia, and a talented ensemble round out the high-octane cast, creating unforgettable on-screen drama.

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Liz Kingsman brings poise and strategy as Lisbeth Bampton, the APXGP PR agent, while Luciano Bacheta takes the wheel as reserve driver Luca Cortez. Shea Whigham drives tension as Chip Hart, owner of Chip Hart Racing, with Kyle Rankin joining Sonny for the grueling 24 Hours of Daytona.

Simone Ashley makes a brief cameo, adding a touch of intrigue, while stunt drivers Craig Dolby and Duncan Tappy push the limits of speed and danger. Curiosity rises about whether it will appear on Netflix, but for now, F1 has found its streaming home on Apple TV.

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Yusra Miraj Khan

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Yusra Miraj Khan is an Entertainment Journalist at Netflix Junkie. Specializing in Taylor Swift and the British Royal Family, she transforms modern mythologies into high-ranking, reader-first narratives. Since joining in early 2025, Khan has penned over 500 articles, known for their sharp decoding of Easter eggs and PR silences.

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