Formula 1: Drive to Survive
Formula 1: Drive to Survive

Formula 1: Drive to Survive (2019)

8.28 seasonsDocumentary

Drivers, managers and team owners live life in the fast lane — both on and off the track — during each cutthroat season of Formula 1 racing.

📺 Seasons & Episodes

Season 110 episodes
All to Play For

1. All to Play For

36 min

Driver Daniel Ricciardo looks to make a statement on the track while the teams prepare for the first race of the season at the Australian Grand Prix.

The King of Spain

2. The King of Spain

39 min

Team McLaren aims to turn things around as its driver Fernando Alonso faces Renault's Carlos Sainz Jr. at the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona.

Redemption

3. Redemption

41 min

At the prestigious Monaco Grand Prix, Ricciardo feels pressured by an upstart. Also, the men and women of Williams Racing fight to remain relevant.

The Art of War

4. The Art of War

37 min

The troubled offtrack relationship between Red Bull and Renault hits a new low. Meanwhile, a top Formula 1 driver makes a shocking move.

Trouble at the Top

5. Trouble at the Top

32 min

A team's financial backing doesn't always translate into victories. See: McLaren. Also, the principal and co-owner of Force India faces legal issues.

All or Nothing

6. All or Nothing

36 min

When Force India is bought by a group led by Lawrence Stroll, the team's two drivers worry Stroll's son, Lance, may take one of their spots.

Keeping Your Head

7. Keeping Your Head

27 min

Perhaps trying too hard, Haas F1 Team driver Romain Grosjean struggles with confidence and nerves at the famed French Grand Prix.

The Next Generation

8. The Next Generation

41 min

Sauber driver Charles Leclerc hopes to achieve something his late godfather Jules Bianchi never did: race for Ferrari.

Stars and Stripes

9. Stars and Stripes

32 min

The bitter rivalry between Renault and Haas heats up, and the mid-tier teams vie for bragging rights at the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas.

Crossing the Line

10. Crossing the Line

33 min

Drivers — both legends and upstarts — focus on ending the year on a high note as the teams prepare for the season's final race at Abu Dhabi.

Season 210 episodes
Lights Out

1. Lights Out

34 min

Another Formula 1 season kicks off at the Australian Grand Prix as 10 racing teams vie for the podium.

Boiling Point

2. Boiling Point

41 min

As mediocrity becomes the norm for Team Haas, frustration over the poor performances threaten to tear the group apart from within.

Dogfight

3. Dogfight

38 min

Eager to return their teams to glory, Renault's Daniel Ricciardo and McLaren's Carlos Sainz Jr. vow to prove themselves on the track.

Dark Days

4. Dark Days

38 min

Lewis Hamilton and the Mercedes team — long dominant in Formula 1 — face a true test of mettle on a rain-soaked track at the German Grand Prix.

Great Expectations

5. Great Expectations

37 min

Red Bull rivals Max Verstappen and Pierre Gasly race in Monaco, Montreal and Austria, where one driver shines and the other struggles.

Raging Bulls

6. Raging Bulls

37 min

Alex Albon, the newest driver for Team Red Bull, strives to accomplish what his predecessor couldn't. Also, tragedy strikes at the Belgian Grand Prix.

Seeing Red

7. Seeing Red

33 min

Few — if any — teams have a history that can match Ferrari's. But not even the Prancing Horse is immune to a little interdriver drama.

Musical Chairs

8. Musical Chairs

38 min

For Formula 1 drivers like Nico Hülkenberg, holding on to a job can feel like a game of musical chairs. Will the music stop at the German Grand Prix?

Blood, Sweat & Tears

9. Blood, Sweat & Tears

32 min

While many believe Williams's best years are long gone, deputy team principal Claire Williams sees a bright future with rookie driver George Russell.

Checkered Flag

10. Checkered Flag

31 min

As the 2019 season winds down, upstart drivers — including Albon, Gasly and Sainz — compete for one last chance at a podium finish.

Season 310 episodes
Cash Is King

1. Cash Is King

38 min

As the threat of COVID-19 looms at the Australian Grand Prix, one team's new car design causes controversy.

Back on Track

2. Back on Track

38 min

The drivers head to Austria for their first race in more than 200 days. Meanwhile, the Red Bull and Mercedes rivalry heats up, on and off the track.

Nobody's Fool

3. Nobody's Fool

40 min

Determined to emerge from Lewis Hamilton's shadow, Mercedes driver Valtteri Bottas seizes his chance at the Russian Grand Prix.

We Need to Talk About Ferrari

4. We Need to Talk About Ferrari

44 min

Welcome to the Italian Grand Prix, where Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Sebastian Vettel try to put a much-needed silver lining on their season.

The End of the Affair

5. The End of the Affair

39 min

Renault's Daniel Ricciardo announces a bold move. Multiple teams band together against a rising Racing Point.

The Comeback Kid

6. The Comeback Kid

38 min

Following last season's high-profile demotion, Pierre Gasly is eager to show Red Bull team principal Christian Horner that he made a big mistake.

Guenther's Choice

7. Guenther's Choice

41 min

Pressured to make changes to his underperforming team, Haas principal Guenther Steiner pursues an up-and-coming driver with massive potential.

No Regrets

8. No Regrets

37 min

With driver Carlos Sainz Jr. moving to Ferrari at the end of the season, McLaren puts its faith in his soon-to-be-former teammate, Lando Norris.

Man on Fire

9. Man on Fire

51 min

Over the course of two drama-filled races, drivers with uncertain futures vie to hold on to their F1 seats. A horrifying crash shocks everyone.

Down to the Wire

10. Down to the Wire

39 min

Racing Point challenges McLaren and Renault at the F1 season finale in Abu Dhabi. Hamilton opens up about being Black in F1.

Season 410 episodes
Clash of the Titans

1. Clash of the Titans

39 min

The 2021 Formula 1 season begins at the Bahrain Grand Prix, where drivers give it everything to take the first checkered flag of the year.

Ace in the Hole

2. Ace in the Hole

42 min

Now racing for McLaren, Daniel Ricciardo sets out to prove that he's still a force on the track. Meanwhile, teammate Lando Norris puts on the pressure.

Tipping Point

3. Tipping Point

45 min

Red Bull's Max Verstappen pulls off a string of victories. Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes struggles to keep pace. Later, an accident leads to controversy.

A Mountain to Climb

4. A Mountain to Climb

39 min

The Haas team looks to reverse its recent fortunes with a new sponsor and two rookie drivers: Nikita Mazepin and Mick Schumacher.

Staying Alive

5. Staying Alive

34 min

Down but never out, McLaren's Ricciardo goes pedal to the metal in hopes of ruining Ferrari's homecoming at the Italian Grand Prix.

A Point to Prove

6. A Point to Prove

37 min

With Williams Racing under new leadership, the storied team looks to put its recent troubles in the rearview mirror and return to greatness.

Growing Pains

7. Growing Pains

37 min

They have the raw talent, but can they handle the pressure? Now Yuki Tsunoda and Esteban Ocon must sink or swim in the rough waters of Formula 1.

Dances with Wolff

8. Dances with Wolff

42 min

Rumors fly about whether an up-and-coming driver will join Hamilton on team Mercedes, potentially leaving Valtteri Bottas without a seat.

Gloves Are Off

9. Gloves Are Off

52 min

Only a few races remain, and for drivers desperate for any advantage they can get their hands on, the gloves are officially off.

Hard Racing

10. Hard Racing

46 min

As another fierce season comes to a close, Mercedes and Red Bull face off in what may be the biggest winner-takes-all race of a generation.

Season 510 episodes
The New Dawn

1. The New Dawn

47 min

As the season begins in Bahrain, Ferrari hopes new cars will finally propel them to the top, and Haas makes a risky bet on a last-minute driver switch.

Bounce Back

2. Bounce Back

50 min

Mercedes principal Toto Wolff works to combat the team's unexpected struggles, while Lewis Hamilton navigates a bumpy ride in the team's redesigned car.

Matter of Principal

3. Matter of Principal

47 min

Ferrari drivers and decision-makers feel the pressure of high expectations at a star-studded new event in Miami and a game-changing race at Silverstone.

Like Father, Like Son?

4. Like Father, Like Son?

40 min

Crashes and costs mount for Haas as driver Mick Schumacher fights to live up to his father's racing legacy and prove his worth to the team.

Pardon My French

5. Pardon My French

38 min

Otmar Szafnauer's efforts to overhaul Alpine bear fruit — until a new round of driver musical chairs throws his plans for the future into question.

Nice Guys Finish Last

6. Nice Guys Finish Last

33 min

Daniel Ricciardo's future starts to look uncertain when McLaren team managers set their sights on new talent, while Alpine weighs the best way forward.

Hot Seat

7. Hot Seat

35 min

As the Red Bull team pushes to build on their lead against Ferrari, all eyes are on Sergio "Checo" Pérez during a dramatic Monaco Grand Prix.

Alpha Male

8. Alpha Male

34 min

When Pierre Gasly announces he's leaving Alpha Tauri, Yuki Tsunoda faces losing a teammate and a friend. Can he step up to show that he's ready to lead?

Over the Limit

9. Over the Limit

42 min

With both championships within reach, Red Bull's team faces incendiary accusations that they've cheated by violating a league-wide spending cap.

End of the Road

10. End of the Road

34 min

The 2022 season hurtles toward a conclusion in Abu Dhabi, where Ferrari fights to hold off Mercedes and McLaren hopes for a miracle to overtake Alpine.

Season 610 episodes
Money Talks

1. Money Talks

47 min

Lawrence Stroll will do whatever it takes for Aston Martin to become world champion. But his dreams could be over before the new season even starts.

Fall from Grace

2. Fall from Grace

42 min

Hopes are high for Nyck de Vries as he takes his first shot at Formula One. With the pressure mounting, he struggles to keep up the pace.

Under Pressure

3. Under Pressure

48 min

McLaren has a lot to prove after last season. As star driver Lando Norris' car lets him down yet again, he starts considering his options.

The Last Chapter

4. The Last Chapter

47 min

It's a battle at the back between Haas and Williams. While one team sticks with tradition, the other's ready to make bold new moves.

Civil War

5. Civil War

41 min

Alpine's Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly have been competing since childhood. Can they overcome their rivalry now that they're on the same team?

Leap of Faith

6. Leap of Faith

35 min

Lewis Hamilton's been loyal to Mercedes since he was 13. But winning comes first — and with his contract up for renewal, he has to make a tough decision.

C'est la Vie

7. C'est la Vie

38 min

An investment from Hollywood stars piles pressure on Alpine's management. Between frustrated drivers and disappointing results, something has to give.

Forza Ferrari

8. Forza Ferrari

44 min

In Italy, Ferrari is a religion. So when the team arrives in Monza, all eyes are on new principal Fred Vasseur to make fans' prayers come true.

Three's a Crowd

9. Three's a Crowd

50 min

Daniel Ricciardo is finally back on the circuit. But when an accident sends him to the sidelines yet again, a rookie reserve steps in to take his seat.

Red or Black

10. Red or Black

50 min

With the season nearing its end and the winner already assured, rivals Mercedes and Ferrari are locked in a fierce battle for second place.

Season 710 episodes
Business as Usual

1. Business as Usual

48 min

Ahead of the new season, the drama has already begun. Lewis Hamilton makes a drastic decision — which is almost overshadowed by a shocking allegation.

Frenemies

2. Frenemies

47 min

Lando Norris has spent his career coming second to Max Verstappen. Can this be the year he overtakes his friend and makes a bid for the Championship?

Looking Out for Number 1

3. Looking Out for Number 1

39 min

Without Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes has a seat to fill for 2025. George Russell thinks he's ready to step up to lead driver — but does Toto Wolff agree?

Carlos Signs

4. Carlos Signs

38 min

Dropped from Ferrari, Carlos Sainz has got a big decision to make for next season. As two teams vie for his attention, he gets a call from an old friend.

Le Curse of Leclerc

5. Le Curse of Leclerc

37 min

It's the Monaco Grand Prix, and all eyes are on Charles Leclerc. With his country's hopes hanging on his shoulders, the pressure starts to get to him.

Wheels of Fortune

6. Wheels of Fortune

46 min

The Constructors' Championship is within McLaren's grasp. The car is performing, the drivers are excelling — but their strategy might hold them back.

In the Heat of the Night

7. In the Heat of the Night

43 min

Five of Formula 1's most famous drivers — and lifelong friends — film their behind-the-scenes experiences of the brutal Singapore Grand Prix.

Elbows Out

8. Elbows Out

48 min

After a record-breaking 2023, Red Bull has a lot to live up to. With one driver slowing the team down, veterans and newcomers alike battle for his seat.

Under New Management

9. Under New Management

37 min

Haas has a new principal. Alpine has welcomed back a legend of the sport. Between them, the rivals are locked in a battle worth millions of dollars.

End Game

10. End Game

48 min

As the season nears its climax, the outcome hangs on a knife edge. Can underdog McLaren stand a chance against the powerhouses of Ferrari and Red Bull?

Season 88 episodes
New Kids on the Track

1. New Kids on the Track

52 min

As a new season begins under the lights of London's O2 Arena, six rookies join the grid and a seven-time World Champion hangs his helmet in a new garage.

Strictly Business

2. Strictly Business

44 min

Alpine's brutal tactics and Kick Sauber's softer ethos go head-to-head at the back of the grid as rookies struggle to keep their Formula 1 dreams alive.

The Number 1 Problem

3. The Number 1 Problem

47 min

At a scorching Bahrain opener, McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris both chase the title, but only one can win as their fight becomes a mental war.

The Bull with No Horns

4. The Bull with No Horns

39 min

Red Bull's hunt for pace in Japan exposes car flaws and second-seat tension, while Christian Horner feels the walls closing in.

The Sky's the Limit

5. The Sky's the Limit

46 min

In Miami, Williams enters a new era as Alex Albon soars and Carlos Sainz struggles to adapt. With tension rising, is the team backing the right driver?

The Duel

6. The Duel

44 min

Mercedes and Ferrari fight for second in the Constructors' title as rookie Kimi Antonelli and legend Lewis Hamilton shoulder expectations in new teams.

What Happens in Vegas

7. What Happens in Vegas

38 min

Vegas delivers glitz, risk and a new team principal working the pit wall. With the stakes higher than ever, McLaren are willing to take a gamble.

Call Me Chucky

8. Call Me Chucky

51 min

After a Vegas setback, McLaren reach Abu Dhabi with their lead under threat from the reigning World Champion. When the flag falls, who holds their nerve?

Cast

Toto Wolff

Toto Wolff

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Christian Horner

Christian Horner

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