Users Say This Celeb Stole the Show in F1 Movie Instead of Brad Pitt & Should Win Oscars – Who Is This Gray-Haired Man?

Brad Pitts highly anticipated “F1” movie has fans revved up and ready to hit the theaters. But while the actors star power was supposed to dominate, another celebrity took the internet by storm. Meet the mystery man who had social media users calling for his Oscar.

Hollywood heavyweight Brad Pitts upcoming movie “F1” promises all the glitz and adrenaline of the racing world, with Pitt playing a seasoned driver. The film has been on everyones radar following its announcement.

Brad Pitt at the “Wolfs” photocall during the 81st Venice International Film Festival on September 1, 2024, in Italy. | Source: Getty Images

However, a surprising figure stole the limelight, leaving social media users more excited about his role than Pitts. Find out who the unexpected showstopper was that had everyone talking.

Brad Pitt at the Formula 1 Aramco British Grand Prix on July 9, 2023. | Source: Getty Images

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Brad Pitts upcoming film, “F1,” is already making waves before it hits theaters. The film dives into the fast-paced world of Formula 1 racing, with Pitt playing a seasoned driver who mentors a rising star.

Brad Pitt in the trailer for “F1” | Source: YouTube/ Warner Bros. UK & Ireland

Packed with drama, thrilling race scenes, and a cast full of big names such as Damson Idris and Javier Bardem, “F1” aims to bring the excitement of the sport to the big screen.

Javier Bardem before the Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit in Northampton, England, on July 7, 2024. | Source: Getty Images

Brad Pitt in the trailer for “F1” | Source: YouTube/ Warner Bros. UK & Ireland

Fans couldnt wait to see Pitt in action, with one person , “If Brad Pitt is acting, then this will be good.” Another person shared, “Brad and Javier!!! Super excited to see them!” A third added, “Javier Bardem, and Im sold.”

Brad Pitt touring the paddock before the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix 3rd practice session on October 22, 2022, in Austin, Texas. | Source: Getty Images

Brad Pitt at the Formula 1 Aramco British Grand Prix on July 9, 2023. | Source: Getty Images

Brad Pitt filming his upcoming movie at the Formula 1 Grand Prix of Great Britain on July 5, 2024, in Northampton, England. | Source: Getty Images

A fourth person typed, “What a teaser…that song old memories …plus BRAD PITT is looking amazing as always…excited to watch this in theatres [sic].”

Brad Pitt at the British Grand Prix on July 6, 2024. | Source: Getty Images

Brad Pitt at the track during practice ahead of the Formula 1 Grand Prix of Hungary on July 19, 2024, in Budapest. | Source: Getty Images

Brad Pitt during the Formula 1 Belgium Grand Prix 2024 on July 25, in Spa-Francorchamps. | Source: Getty Images

Brad Pitt during practice ahead of the Formula 1 Grand Prix of Belgium on July 26, 2024, in Spa. | Source: Getty Images

Brad Pitt at the “Wolfs” red carpet during the 81st Venice International Film Festival on September 1, 2024, in Italy. | Source: Getty Images

However, despite the excitement surrounding Pitts performance, another well-known face in the film stole the show. A gray-haired man in the movie caught everyones eye, sparking buzz online. But who is he?

Brad Pitt at the “Wolfs” red carpet during the 81st Venice International Film Festival on September 1, 2024, in Italy. | Source: Getty Images

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The gray-haired man making waves in Pitts “F1” movie was none other than Guenther Steiner, the no-nonsense Team Principal of the Haas Formula 1 Team.

Guenther Steiner in the trailer for “F1” | Source: YouTube/ Warner Bros. UK & Ireland

Guenther Steiner on the grid during the Formula 1 Grand Prix of Hungary on July 21, 2024, in Budapest. | Source: Getty Images

Known for his candid personality and leadership style, Steiner became a fan favorite when he appeared on the hit Netflix series “Drive to Survive.” In “F1,” Steiner reportedly plays a team manager, adding authenticity to the high-stakes racing scenes.

Guenther Steiner walking in the paddock ahead of the Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix on July 26, 2024. | Source: Getty Images

His cameo in the films trailer quickly caught viewers attention, sparking a buzz on social media. Fans couldnt get enough of Steiners presence, with many even saying he outshone the main cast.

Guenther Steiner during the free practice of the Formula 1 Heineken Dutch Grand Prix 2024 on August 24 in Zandvoort, Netherlands. | Source: Getty Images

“Guenther Steiner receives Academy Award for best supporting actor in Driven 2,” one person shared on X, formerly known as Twitter. Another social media user typed, “The @f1 movie will be the first occasion in history where women in the audience will be WAY more excited about Guenther Steiner than Brad Pitt #f1fans.”

“GUENTHER STEINER OSCAR CAMPAIGN STARTS TODAY,” someone else shared. Another person wrote, “I wanna see Guenther Steiner win an Oscar.” “Guenther Steiner will an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor [sic]!” someone else .

More people shared this sentiment, with one person writing, “Yes, Brad Pitt is featuring in this film and the hype is real. But the film world is not ready for a Guenther Steiner Oscar performance.”

Another person added, “Guenther Steiner Oscar incoming!” Other social media users joined the conversation, with one person , “On behalf of the F1 community, I can say were all watching it for Gunther!”

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Someone else shared, “We all know Gunther Steiner is the main draw for this movie…” Another person added, “Gunther Steiner is in the movie, and we have to pretend that Brad Pitt is the star of the movie? Okay, no problem!”

Another person remarked, “Guenthers breakthrough role into Hollywood!” One fan wrote, “1:36 Who cares about Brad Pitt when there is Gunther Steinhner in the movie [sic]?”

More people commented, with one person writing, “The star of the show will be Guenther.” Another person shared, “GOAT Gunther is reason enough for me to,” and a third added, “I hope Guenther gets an Oscar ✌️.”

Someone else noted, “Gonna watch it anyway just for Steiner ” and other social media users added, Gonna watch for Steiner,” and “Guenther Steiner will carry the movie!”

“GUENTHER STEINER WILL BE CARRYING THIS MOVIE ,” one fan . Another shared, “We all know Gunther Steiner is the main draw for this movie.” “Will watch for Guenther Steiner,” someone else wrote.

As anticipation builds for Brad Pitts “F1” movie, Steiners presence not only sparked excitement but shifted the spotlight in a way no one saw coming, proving that sometimes the biggest scene-stealer isnt the Hollywood A-lister.

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