Damson Idris told listeners of the Beyond The Grid podcast that talks are ongoing about bringing his character, rookie driver Joshua Pearce, back for a follow‑up to the hit film F1 The Movie. While he couldn’t reveal specifics, he emphasized that the goal is to make both the sport and its fans proud, echoing the enthusiasm that propelled the first picture to more than $630 million worldwide.
Idris explained that the movie’s success stemmed from its family‑friendly appeal and the unprecedented access the production had to real Formula 1 events. He recalled training alongside co‑star Brad Pitt, learning race‑car handling and driver fitness routines, which helped shape Pearce as a rival‑teammate to Pitt’s character, Sonny Hayes. The experience, he said, transformed his career, leading to a global brand‑ambassador role for Formula 1 and opening doors he never imagined.
When asked about his willingness to reprise the role, Idris responded unequivocally, saying he’d jump at the chance, even if it meant sharpening his own driving skills and trimming his diet. He hinted that future installments could lean on the same cross‑generational appeal that made the original a rare family outing in the cinema.
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