Formula 1 fans, mark your calendars! The highly anticipated seventh season of Formula 1: Drive to Survive will be available on Netflix from March 7, 2025. This new season promises to take viewers behind the scenes of the thrilling 2024 Formula 1 season, from the internal tensions at Red Bull to Lewis Hamilton’s monumental move to Ferrari. Let’s answer the most common questions fans and newcomers might have.
What is Drive to Survive?
Formula 1: Drive to Survive is Netflix’s groundbreaking docuseries that provides an exclusive look into the world of Formula 1. Produced by Box to Box Films, the series combines in-depth interviews, never-before-seen footage, and high-intensity race action to unveil the drama and challenges faced by teams and drivers throughout the season.
Each season consists of ten episodes, with each episode focusing on a particular team or pivotal storyline. Over the years, the series has gained massive popularity by showcasing the rivalries, strategies, and off-track dynamics that shape the F1 championship.
When Will Drive to Survive 7 Be Released?
The seventh season of Drive to Survive will premiere on March 7, 2025, just one week before the start of the 2025 Formula 1 season.
Historically, the series has been released between late February and early March. However, this time, the release is slightly later than previous seasons, likely to align with the F1 calendar and build up excitement before the new season kicks off.
Where Can I Watch Drive to Survive?
All seasons of Drive to Survive are available for streaming exclusively on Netflix. The first six seasons can already be watched, while the seventh season will be released in full on March 7, allowing fans to binge-watch before the F1 season begins.
What Stories Will Be Covered in Season 7?
The seventh season will highlight some of the most dramatic and crucial moments of the 2024 Formula 1 season, including:
- The internal conflicts at Red Bull and Max Verstappen’s pursuit of a fourth consecutive world title.
- McLaren’s resurgence, with Lando Norris challenging Verstappen and tensions arising with teammate Oscar Piastri.
- Lewis Hamilton’s emotional farewell to Mercedes and his historic move to Ferrari for the 2025 season.
- The Andretti-Cadillac saga, with attempts to join F1 and resistance from existing teams.
Has Drive to Survive Helped Formula 1 Grow?
Despite some criticism from hardcore F1 fans regarding dramatization, Drive to Survive has undeniably played a key role in expanding the sport’s global audience, particularly in the United States.
The series gained massive traction during the COVID-19 pandemic, drawing in a fresh audience intrigued by the blend of high-stakes racing and personal rivalries. By highlighting the human stories behind the sport, the show has made F1 more relatable and accessible to casual viewers.
Will There Be a Season 8?
Netflix has yet to officially confirm an eighth season, but given the show’s consistent success, it is highly likely that Drive to Survive will return in 2026 to chronicle the 2025 F1 season.
