Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7: News, Release Date, Cast & Everything We Know

Netflix has announced their highly anticipated Formula 1: Drive To Survive season 7 will return to the screens in March. Since its inception in 2019, Formula 1: Drive To Survive has captivated the audience by showcasing the drama, triumphs, and heartbreaks that make Formula 1 a global phenomenon. The docuseries is known for its gripping behind-the-scenes sports coverage, and season 7 will take a deep dive into the 2024 campaign. Since its debut, Formula 1: Drive to Survive has played a huge role in expanding the sport to a global audience, especially in the U.S.

After Redbull's dominance in 2023, well covered in Formula 1: Drive to Survive season 6, last year saw different race winners, with the title fight extending deep into the year. One missing figure this season could be Formula 1: Drive to Survive's star, Guenther Steiner. The charismatic former Haas F1 team principal, known for his fiery personality and great sense of humor, was seen in the paddock in the early 2024 season, but there's still a chance he won't appear in season 7. With plenty of fresh perspectives to explore, here's what to expect when Formula 1: Drive to Survive season 7.

Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 News

The Season Drops A Week Before The Official Formula 1 2025 Season Starts

Formula 1: Drive to Survive season 7 will give the viewers an exclusive look at the behind-the-scenes segments from the 2024 season. The show will include interviews with directors, team principals, and other key figures involved in the racing scene. It will provide both on and off-the-track action from the electrifying 2024 season. Tom Hutchings, an Executive Producer at Box To Box Films production, said they were looking forward to seeing the fans see the newest season, considering the 2024 season was nothing short of extraordinary.

"We’re really excited for fans to watch the new season of Drive to Survive. The 2024 season was incredible both on and off the track, with the action well and truly underway before the first race in Bahrain. Expect more drama and fun from the paddock this season and a few surprises too."

He further hinted Drive To Survive will cover the biggest transfer in F1 history—Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari.

"Go behind the scenes as teams bid for the hottest drivers on the market, experience a weekend with the drivers at the toughest race of the year; and expect a nail-biting finish right up to the last race. Fasten your seatbelts – this season is going to be our biggest ever."

Formula 1: Drive to Survive is one of the best sports reality shows airing right now. Season 7 promises an exhilarating experience for the viewers, airing scenes that weren't shown during the 2024 race weekends. One of the moments many might be looking forward to is the thrilling battle between Max Verstappen and McLaren's golden boy, Lando Norris.

The reigning world champion had to defend his title against Lando, giving the viewers an interesting season. The latest installment will arrive a week before the official Formula 1 season starts with the Australian Grand Prix in Albert Park on March 14-16. The timing allows Formula 1 fans to relive the 2024 drama before bracing themselves for a new championship battle.

Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 Release

March 7, 2025

Formula 1 Drive To Survive season 7 with Max and Lando at the front and other different drivers in the background.

Formula 1: Drive to Survive season 7 will return on Netflix on March 7, 2025. Netflix confirmed the news on February 7, 2025, with a post on X, with the caption, "New season, fresh rivalries. Formula 1: Drive to Survive returns MARCH 7." Alongside the release news, the streaming giant unveiled a sticker of Redbull's driver Max Verstappen looking at the McLaren and Ferrari cars through his rearview mirror.

That poster was accompanied by the phrase "watch your back." The latest installment is expected to spotlight Charles Leclerc's win in his native Monaco. It will also feature Lando Norris' heartbreaking missteps that cost him his chance of winning a Formula 1 world championship title.

Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 Cast

All the Formula 1's 20 Drivers Will Appear

Most fan favorites from previous Formula 1: Drive to Survive seasonswill return for another season. That includes all the 20 drivers, such as Max, Lando, Lewis, Carlos Sainz, Charles, Oscar Piastri, and more. These drivers will continue sharing their stories on and off the track, taking the Formula 1 viewers into a world not shown during race weekends. Other key figures who play an integral role during race weekends include mechanics, team principals, and others who will also be part of the Drive To Survive season 7.

What To Expect When Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 Airs

Lewis Hamilton's Shakeup Move To Ferrari

Formula 1: Drive to Survive season 7 will cover a lot, with the most well-known news being Lewis Hamilton's transfer to Scuderia Ferrari. Lewis, who has been part of the Mercedes team since 1998 in their young driver's championship and raced for the team from 2013, dropped a bombshell that he was leaving the Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 team in 2024. He later revealed he had signed a multi-year deal with the Maranello team. However, there will be other fan-favorite moments, including Daniel Riccardo being axed mid-season and Verstappens' impressive charge to the fourth world championship in a row.

Formula 1: Drive to Survive season 7 will most likely feature Max's masterclass move from position 17 to first during the Brazilian Grand Prix. The race was chaotic and dramatic due to the challenging weather conditions in São Paulo, making it one of his greatest-ever performances in Formula 1 history (via Formula 1). It will also feature McLaren's incredible win in the constructors' championship. McLaren clinched their first win in over 26 years on a thrilling weekend during the final race, beating Redbull, which had dominated the sport since 2022.

Season	Release Date
Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 1	March 8, 2019
Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 2	February 28, 2020
Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 3	March 19, 2021
Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4	March 11, 2022
Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5	February 24, 2023
Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 6	February 23, 2025