Formula 1 Races Coming to Imax Screens Across the US

A deal with Apple TV will bring five 2026 Grand Prix to over 50 Imax theaters nationwide.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Formula 1 has announced a partnership with Apple TV and Imax to bring live coverage of five major Grand Prix races from the 2026 season to Imax screens across the United States. The races include the Miami, Monaco, British, Italian, and United States Grands Prix, giving American fans a new way to experience the speed and excitement of Formula 1 on the big screen.

Why it matters

This deal marks a significant expansion of Formula 1's presence in the US market, where the sport has seen growing popularity in recent years. Screening the races in Imax theaters will provide fans with an immersive, larger-than-life viewing experience that could help further boost interest in the sport.

The details

The decision to bring Formula 1 to Imax screens comes after the success of the recent F1: The Movie, which was shot entirely with Imax-certified cameras and grossed nearly $100 million at Imax theaters globally. Imax and Apple TV believe the speed, precision, and artistry of Formula 1 will translate beautifully to the Imax experience, allowing fans to feel closer to the action than ever before.

  • The Miami Grand Prix will be shown on May 3, 2026.
  • The Monaco Grand Prix will be shown on June 7, 2026.
  • The British Grand Prix will be shown on July 5, 2026.
  • The Italian Grand Prix will be shown on September 6, 2026.
  • The United States Grand Prix will be shown on October 25, 2026.

The players

Imax

A leading global entertainment technology company, known for its large-format movie theaters and immersive cinematic experiences.

Apple TV

The streaming service owned by Apple, which recently acquired the rights to broadcast Formula 1 races in the United States.

Joseph Kosinski

The director of the recent F1: The Movie, which was shot entirely with Imax-certified cameras and helped generate interest in Formula 1 among American audiences.

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What they’re saying

“Apple TV and Joe Kosinski's brilliant F1: The Movie proved beyond a doubt that the speed, precision, and artistry of Formula 1 translate beautifully to the Imax experience. As we continue to expand our global content portfolio with awe-inspiring experiences, we look forward to working with Apple to amplify its live coverage of Formula 1 and give fans in the U.S. an all-new way to experience this fast-growing sport.”

— Jonathan Fischer, Chief Content Officer, Imax (Imax)

What’s next

The specific list of Imax theaters that will be showing the Formula 1 races will be released this spring, and will be available on the Imax website when announced.

The takeaway

This partnership between Imax, Apple TV, and Formula 1 represents a significant step in bringing the sport to a wider American audience. By screening live races on the big screen, Formula 1 fans will be able to experience the thrill and excitement of the sport like never before, potentially helping to further grow the sport's popularity in the United States.