Demson Idris: I know people who have watched the movie 19 times!

      Last year's film F1 The Movie, which we have mentioned several times, became a very successful commercial project, grossing $634.1 million worldwide, and rumors that a sequel featuring its heroes might appear in the future began even then.

      British actor Damson Idris participated in the latest episode of the podcast Beyond the Grid and hinted that negotiations about this are already underway. In the film, he played the racer Joshua Pearce, who is younger than the main character, played excellently by Brad Pitt.

      "The negotiations are ongoing, and although I can't say much about it, these are very interesting discussions," Idris shared. "The main goal is to ensure that both Formula 1 and the fans have something to be proud of. I think that thanks to the first film, that goal was achieved.

      I know people who have watched it 19 times! The charm of F1 The Movie, in my opinion, is that for the first time in a long time, there is a film that the whole family can go to. It can be watched with grandparents, with children, with friends – any combination is possible.

      Such films don't come around often. I think that's why it became so successful, and films like F1 The Movie are very important."

      When the 34-year-old actor and producer was directly asked if he would be interested in starring in a sequel if the decision is made to continue this project, Idris replied: "Definitely, I would agree immediately. Just for the chance to get back behind the wheel of those cars and race on those tracks.

      And I need to work on my speed because I would be really upset if someone said, 'Damson, you've gotten slower!' Overall, it would be great. And no more banana smoothies with peanut butter because I'm planning to lose even more weight!

      This film changed my life. I was a young actor known only for the TV series Snowfall, and when F1 The Movie came out, you could say my career took off at rocket speed. I believe the roles I now agree to should give me the same feelings I experienced in the Formula 1 film – they should open up new areas and provide opportunities to acquire new skills.

      And I also want to boast during family Christmas dinners that I am a Formula 1 racer! Even if only my two-year-old niece believes me!..”