Cadillac is preparing for its foray into Formula 1 in 2026, and a new documentary, led by the renowned actor and filmmaker Keanu Reeves, will reveal the American team’s path to the grid. This recently announced documentary series will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the birth of the competition’s eleventh team, following its approval in March. The focus will be on the construction of the cars, the selection of staff and drivers for their debut in Melbourne in March 2026. The General Motors, Cadillac team is facing a race against time, with less than 250 days to design and manufacture their single-seaters from their bases in Silverstone and the United States. They already have 400 of the 600 employees needed. This new project follows the success of the 2023 documentary, “Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story”, which won an Emmy award. The original production narrated the story of Brawn GP, a team on the verge of bankruptcy that, against all odds, conquered the Formula 1 world championship in 2009. Keanu Reeves, a motorsport enthusiast, will be the presenter and executive producer of the documentary, along with Simon Hammerson, CEO and award-winning producer of “Brawn”, and Neil Duncanson, executive producer and winner of three BAFTA awards. I am very honored and excited to be part of the storytelling of the remarkable history of the Cadillac Formula 1 team and its incredible journey into the world of Formula 1 racing. The series will seek to immerse the audience in the heart of this challenge and show the efforts required to participate in one of the most exclusive sports in the world. The documentary promises to show the unique challenges faced by General Motors and TWG Motorsports in building a competitive team within a tight timeframe. In addition, it will offer a first-hand perspective on the vision driving the American presence in a sport dominated by European powers. It is also expected to document the journey of the American team in the context of the growing popularity of Formula 1 in the United States and globally. The production of the documentary is handled by North One, in collaboration with Reeves’ production company, KR&SH Productions. Dan Towriss, CEO of TWG Motorsports and the Cadillac F1 team, stated:
We have the opportunity to welcome a new generation of Formula 1 fans, and Keanu’s creativity is the perfect spark to ignite that journey.This is a story of bold ambition and relentless drive. We are honored to work with Keanu, whose passion and knowledge about racing are profound, and we are proud to partner with GM on this incredible story.
Dan Towriss
