“ACTION!” – The Mercedes-AMG GT “APXGP Edition”
Lights, Camera, Apex: Mercedes-AMG and the F1 Movie Take the Spotlight
This summer, movie theatres will be the go-to destination for Formula 1® fans around the world. F1, the highly anticipated film starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris, races onto the big screen with a thrilling blend of authentic racing action and dramatic storytelling. Shot during actual Formula 1® races, the film brings realism to the forefront—with the help of Mercedes-AMG as an official promotional partner of Apple Original Films and Warner Bros. Pictures.
Mercedes-AMG contributed deep F1® expertise along with performance vehicles and iconic models like the SL, G-Class, and GT. Even the official FIA F1® Safety Car and Medical Car make an appearance on screen. A global co-promotion campaign across AMG’s key markets will support the film’s release.
A Cinematic Car to Match the Action
To celebrate the film’s debut, Mercedes-AMG unveiled the AMG GT 63 4MATIC+ “APXGP Edition” at the Formula 1® Miami Grand Prix. This limited-edition model—just 52 units worldwide—borrows design cues from the movie’s fictional APXGP race team and combines AMG’s daily-drive comfort with race-ready dynamics.
Key performance features include:
- AMG 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine with 430 kW (585 hp)
- Fully variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive
- AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL with semi-active roll stabilization
- Rear-axle steering and active aerodynamics
- Exclusive bonded aluminium body with 2+2 seating and ample luggage space
Michael Schiebe, Chairman of the Board at Mercedes-AMG GmbH, summed it up:
“F1 brilliantly intertwines the fictional APXGP team with the real-world Formula 1®. The storyline and race footage will set moviegoers’ hearts racing. We’re thrilled to showcase our performance vehicles in this cinematic setting and celebrate with the exclusive APXGP Edition.”
Inside and Out: The APXGP Edition
Finished in a unique APXGP livery, this special edition boasts hand-applied race gold accents, including on the AMG grille frame, side skirts, and 21-inch cross-spoke forged wheels. AMG Carbon Fibre packages and a fixed rear wing add motorsport appeal, while black chrome details from the AMG Night Package II enhance the visual drama.
The cabin continues the theme with black Nappa leather/MICROCUT upholstery and gold topstitching throughout—from the AMG Performance seats and steering wheel to the door panels and dashboard. Additional luxuries include:
- AMG trim in carbon fibre with gold threads
- Burmester® 3D Surround Sound with 15 speakers
- 360° camera, head-up display, and advanced driving assistance
- AMG TRACK PACE and lift system for track and city use
- “Limited Edition 1 of 52” badge and exclusive AMG indoor car cover
Behind the Scenes of F1
Directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick) and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and Chad Oman, F1 tells the story of a retired F1® driver (Brad Pitt) returning to the grid with fictional team APXGP. Damson Idris plays his rising-star teammate, competing against the sport’s elite during actual Grand Prix weekends. The cast includes Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, Tobias Menzies, Sarah Niles, Kim Bodnia, and Samson Kayo.
Produced in collaboration with Formula 1®, all ten F1® teams, drivers, FIA, and race promoters participated in the film’s creation. Lewis Hamilton also co-produced under his Dawn Apollo Films banner.
Distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, F1 hits IMAX® and theatres worldwide on June 25, 2025 (international) and June 27, 2025 (North America).
