Brad Pitt Says His ‘Ford v Ferrari’ Movie With Tom Cruise Got Axed After Cruise Found Out He ‘Would Not Be Driving Much in the Movie’
VarietyThursday, July 3, 2025 at 8:10:34 PM
Brad Pitt revealed that a planned racing movie with Tom Cruise, Ford v Ferrari, was scrapped after Cruise learned his role wouldn’t involve much actual driving. Meanwhile, Pitt is now eyeing a sequel to his recent F1 film, which had a strong $144 million global debut. He joked about wanting more wheel time in the next installment, saying, "I would want to drive again, selfishly speaking."
Editor’s Note: Hollywood’s behind-the-scenes drama can be just as gripping as what ends up on screen. This tidbit about Cruise’s exit—over something as specific as driving time—shows how star power and personal preferences shape big projects. And with Pitt’s F1 sequel talks already buzzing, it’s a reminder that hit movies today are rarely one-offs; studios want franchises, and actors want roles that rev their engines (literally, in this case).
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