But the movie cost at least $350 million to make and market, analysts said, so it will need to attract substantial crowds in the weeks ahead to make money.

“F1” grossed $55.6 million at the domestic box office over the weekend, according to advance numbers published in multiple Hollywood trade publications, as well as an additional $88.4 million worldwide and $10 million from previews.

Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton released a video talking about the newly released "F1" movie.Hamilton is stepping into the film world with "F1," officially listed as a producer on the movie and playing a crucial role in its development.