Apple TV has a new record holder. F1: The Movie is now the most-watched film in the platform’s history, confirming that its success did not stop at the box office.
The film already stood as Apple’s most successful theatrical release. Its move to streaming only strengthened that position. F1: The Movie premiered on Apple TV on December 12, after earlier releases on digital formats and physical media. Since then, viewership has continued to climb, pushing it past every other film in Apple TV’s catalog.
Apple confirmed the milestone through an official post on X.
The announcement signals another win for Apple’s growing film strategy. While Apple does not share exact viewing numbers, the statement alone places F1: The Movie ahead of other high-profile releases on the service.
Awards have also followed. F1: The Movierecently earned four Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture. While it is not seen as a frontrunner for the top award, the nomination carries weight. Big-budget sports films rarely connect with both audiences and critics at this scale.
Taken together, the record viewership and awards recognition underline a clear point. F1: The Movie has become Apple TV’s defining film success so far, setting a high bar for every release that follows.
