Brad Pitt, Damson Idris open up about most thrilling experience

Brad Pitt and Damson Idris reflected on their upcoming film F1 driving experience.

The Hollywood heartthrob and Snowfall actor hit the race track in real cars to prepare for their work in film.

During the film premier in New York City, Pitt in conversation with Variety, said, "We ended up driving for about two years. I was told that we drove 6,000 miles in total in these cars."

"So, I’m kinda proud of that," he added.

In order to ensure authenticity, the cast and crew worked very close with real Formula One drivers, including seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, who also served as the film’s producer.

"Every time I was behind that wheel, it was the most exhilarating feeling in the world," Idris shared with the outlet.

He continued, "And the fact that we got to follow the real Grand Prix and be around all the drivers. I got to watch them, and I got to really see how they immerse themselves in the world and they were so welcoming."

The high-octane sports drama follows Sonny Hayes (Pitt), a retired Formula One driver who’s drawn back into the racing world to mentor a young prodigy, played by Idris, for the fictional Apex Grand Prix team. The film also stars Javier Bardem, Kerry Condon and Tobias Menzies.

F1 is set to release in cinemas on June 27.