Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc working together on a movie? What sounded like a wild rumour is now looking very real. The two Ferrari drivers are clearly expanding their influence beyond the paddock. Could Formula 1 be heading straight to Hollywood — this time for real?
A TikTok That Sparked Curiosity
It all started with a viral TikTok. In the video, Hamilton re-enacts a famous scene from “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” — with a twist. The guest star? None other than actor Edward Norton. The post exploded online.
But this wasn’t just a one-off joke. Clues suggest that the video is actually a teaser for a larger project. All signs point toward Hamilton developing a movie — and Leclerc seems ready to join the adventure.
I’m not usually the type to jump on TikTok hype. But in this case, it feels intentional. Ferrari, cinema, two charismatic drivers — it’s a formula made to work.
A Secretive but Serious Project
There’s no official announcement yet. But Hamilton has hinted at “cool things coming” in a recent conversation with Leclerc. They teased a “project in the works” that’s going to “surprise people.”
Hamilton, already producing an F1 movie with Apple, might be launching something else entirely. A short film? A docu-drama? It’s unclear. What’s sure is that Leclerc responded on camera: “We’ll do better,” referring to Hamilton’s TikTok. I couldn’t help but smile.
F1 Drivers as Global Brands
Today’s F1 drivers are more than racers. They’re global figures. And Hamilton is the master of this dual identity. Leclerc, meanwhile, is quickly growing into his own media persona — and this movie could boost his image further.
For Ferrari, it’s a brilliant play. Blending entertainment and motorsport strengthens their cultural impact. In my view, it’s a clever move that goes beyond marketing.
What about you — would you be excited to see Hamilton and Leclerc in a film? Do these types of projects help grow F1’s appeal, or do they risk pulling it away from its true racing soul?