An upcoming documentary series narrated by Keanu Reeves, which delves into the unexpected triumph of Brawn GP in the 2009 Formula 1 World Championship, has been announced.
The quartet of episodes is slated to premiere on Hulu for U.S. audiences and on Disney+ for international viewers on November 15.
The series is a North One production and illuminates the intriguing narrative of Ross Brawn’s acquisition of the Honda F1 team just before the commencement of the 2009 racing season for a nominal sum of one British pound. The documentary chronicles the subsequent revitalization of the team, culminating in its securing of both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ championships.
Jenson Button, who clinched the Drivers’ championship, will be featured prominently in the series. Button has verified through social media that the series will incorporate a wealth of previously unreleased footage from the 2009 season. Other individuals set to appear include Ross Brawn, Nick Fry, who functioned as the CEO of the team, and Rubens Barrichello, Button’s teammate during that period.
The documentary, titled “Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story,” will include interviews conducted by Reeves and Button.
After the remarkable season, Brawn sold the team to Mercedes-Benz and continued to work with them until 2013. Thereafter, he took a hiatus from Formula 1, returning in 2017 to assume his present managerial position in the sport’s governance.
Post-sale, Button transitioned to McLaren but did not achieve significant success and ultimately exited Formula 1 after 2017. Barrichello, who secured third place in the 2009 championship, joined Williams for his final two seasons before retiring in 2011 and briefly competing in IndyCar in 2012.
Reeves, renowned for his enthusiasm for high-speed automobiles and motorcycles, has been observed at numerous F1 events in recent times. Reports from July indicate that he conducted interviews with several other key figures involved in Formula 1 during the era of Brawn GP’s competition, including former Ferrari Chairman Luca di Montezemolo and current Red Bull Racing Team Principal Christian Horner.
This documentary arrives on the heels of the widely acclaimed “Formula 1: Drive to Survive” series on Netflix. In light of its success, multiple other streaming platforms have divulged plans for F1-centric content, including an AppleTV+ documentary focused on Lewis Hamilton and a feature film starring Brad Pitt.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Keanu Reeves F1 Documentary
When is the Keanu Reeves-hosted F1 documentary premiering?
The documentary series is scheduled to premiere on November 15. U.S. audiences can watch it on Hulu, while it will be available on Disney+ for viewers outside the U.S.
Who are the key figures featured in the documentary?
The documentary will feature several key individuals including Ross Brawn, who acquired and led Brawn GP, and Jenson Button, who won the Drivers’ championship in 2009. Nick Fry, the team’s CEO at the time, and Rubens Barrichello, Button’s teammate, are also set to appear.
What is the central theme of the documentary?
The documentary focuses on the underdog story of Brawn GP’s success in the 2009 Formula 1 World Championship. It details Ross Brawn’s acquisition of the Honda F1 team for one British pound and the subsequent turnaround that led the team to win both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ championships.
Where was the documentary produced?
The documentary was produced by North One.
Will the series feature any exclusive or unseen footage?
Yes, Jenson Button has confirmed via social media that the series will include previously unreleased archival footage from the 2009 Formula 1 season.
What happened to Brawn GP and its key members after the 2009 season?
After their successful season, Brawn GP was sold to Mercedes-Benz. Ross Brawn continued with the team until 2013 before taking a break. He returned to Formula 1 in 2017 in a managerial role. Jenson Button moved to McLaren but did not find major success and retired from F1 after 2017. Rubens Barrichello joined Williams for his final two seasons and retired from F1 at the end of 2011.
Is Keanu Reeves an F1 enthusiast?
Yes, Keanu Reeves is known for his love of fast cars and motorcycles. He has been spotted at various F1 races and has conducted interviews with other key figures in the sport.
Are there any other upcoming F1 documentaries or content on streaming services?
Following the success of Netflix’s “Formula 1: Drive to Survive,” several other streaming platforms have announced plans for F1-related content. AppleTV+, for instance, has an upcoming documentary about Lewis Hamilton and a feature film starring Brad Pitt.
More about Keanu Reeves F1 Documentary
- Keanu Reeves’ Filmography
- 2009 Formula 1 World Championship
- Brawn GP’s History
- Hulu’s Upcoming Releases
- Disney+ International Programming
- North One Productions
- Jenson Button’s Career
- Formula 1: Drive to Survive on Netflix
- AppleTV+ Upcoming F1 Content
10 comments
So its on Hulu in the US and Disney+ everywhere else? cool, got both so I’m set.
Ross Brawn for just one pound? Thats a steal, man. Eager to see all the inside stuff they gonna show.
so Netflix started the F1 trend and now everyone’s jumping on the bandwagon huh? Not complaining tho.
Wow, can’t believe Keanu’s hosting an F1 docu! That’s like, two of my fav things colliding.
A 4-part series seems short for such an epic season. Wish it was longer.
Keanu and fast cars, what more could u ask for? Can’t wait for Nov 15.
Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello back in the spotlight, nice. Wonder if they’ll touch on their post-F1 life.
Finally, some good stuff on Hulu. Been a while since they dropped something worth watching.
Interesting to see the business side of F1. Brawn selling to Mercedes, wonder how much he made off that.
Keanu Reeves and F1? count me in! Anyone knows if he’s interviewed any other big names?