As Formula 1 continues to have discussions about the future of its U.S. media rights, the racing property is hoping the strong opening for a new feature film starring Brad Pitt may be just the thing to help push those talks over the finish line.

Brad Pitt, who grew up in Springfield, Mo., just posted the biggest opening weekend of his career with the movie, "F1."

From ancient epics to zombie thrillers, Brad Pitt’s filmography proves he’s more than just a Hollywood heartthrob.