Formula 1 dives into the world of drama. Felicity Jones, star of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and The Theory of Everything, will both star and produce. Children of Men and Iron Man writers Mark Fergus and Hawk Ostby will write the series.
The series, which will be titled ‘One’, will chronicle the turbulent rise of a fictional family-owned Formula 1 team as it faces tough personalities, ever-changing rivals and million-dollar bets. The series will blend fiction with the real world of F1 and feature 23 races scheduled for the 2023 season.
Statement from Felicity Jones about One
Felicity Jones said she was honored to be a part of this unique and exciting partnership with Formula 1 to make the series: “The high-risk world of F1 is constantly capturing breathtaking moments and it’s exciting to have the opportunity to film a series set in this world. I am extremely proud to be working with Mark and Hawk, Tony and the Bedrock Entertainment team and the F1 team.”
Isabelle Stewart, Head of Original Content, Formula 1 said: “Felicity is one of the world’s most talented and engaging actresses, best suited to bring the eye-catching, high-pressure and competitive inner workings of Formula 1 to life for audiences around the world. With her, Tony, Philippe “We are excited to partner with Mark and Hawk.”
Mark Fergus and Hawk Ostby, who are expected to serve as writers and executive producers on One, were Oscar-nominated for Children of Men, wrote Iron Man, and created the science fiction series The Expanse. It is possible to assume that a good F1 drama awaits us due to its screenwriters and the acting of Felicty Jones.