US Edition'F1' Director Essentially Says They Needed Brad Pitt Instead Of Tom Cruise Because Cruise Would've Likely Killed Himself
- Director Joseph Kosinski cast Brad Pitt as the lead in his new Formula 1 movie, scheduled for release on June 27, 2025, opting for him over Tom Cruise.
- This decision stemmed from Cruise's reputation for pushing stunts to dangerous extremes, which created a tense and risky environment on set.
- Kosinski and action-vehicle supervisor Graham Kelly explained that Pitt listens and understands his limits, unlike Cruise, whose approach often causes stress and safety concerns.
- Kelly jokingly said, "We'd have had a crash," if Cruise replaced Pitt, highlighting Cruise's intense stunt style amid the team’s acknowledgment that both have natural driving talent.
- The cast and crew expect a safer, smoother production with Pitt, suggesting the choice reduces on-set risks and supports Kosinski's vision for F1.
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