Untitled Lewis Hamilton project

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Untitled Lewis Hamilton project
Directed byMatt Kay
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Distributed by Apple TV+
CountryUnited States
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The untitled Lewis Hamilton project is an upcoming documentary film about the British Formula One World Champion, Lewis Hamilton. The film will be directed by Matt Kay, and released on Apple TV+.

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On March 9, 2022, it was announced that Apple TV+ had brought the rights to a feature documentary about the life and career of the British Formula One World Champion, Lewis Hamilton. [1] [2]

The film will be produced by Hamilton and Penni Thow, and executive produced by Richard Plepler through Eden Productions, and Scott Budnick through One Community. [1] Box to Box Films is also attached as a production company. [2]

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References

  1. 1 2 Kroll, Justin (March 9, 2022). "Apple Lands Doc On Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton". Deadline Hollywood . Retrieved March 9, 2022.
  2. 1 2 Vlessing, Etan (March 9, 2022). "Lewis Hamilton Documentary Lands at Apple TV+". The Hollywood Reporter . Retrieved March 9, 2022.