Formula 1: Drive to Survive
7.6/10
Netflix Running Sports
8 Seasons · 78 Episodes · Premiered March 8, 2019
Drivers, managers and team owners live life in the fast lane -- both on and off the track -- during one cutthroat season of Formula 1 racing.
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Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
10 episodes
E01
All to Play For
Fri, Mar 8 2019 12:00 PM GMT+0000
36 min
Driver Daniel Ricciardo looks to make a statement on the track while the teams prepare for the first race of the season at the Australian Grand Prix.
E02
The King of Spain
Fri, Mar 8 2019 12:00 PM GMT+0000
39 min
Team McLaren aims to turn things around as its driver Fernando Alonso faces Renault's Carlos Sainz Jr. at the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona.
E03
Redemption
Fri, Mar 8 2019 12:00 PM GMT+0000
41 min
At the prestigious Monaco Grand Prix, Ricciardo feels pressured by an upstart. Also, the men and women of Williams Racing fight to remain relevant.
E04
The Art of War
Fri, Mar 8 2019 12:00 PM GMT+0000
37 min
The troubled offtrack relationship between Red Bull and Renault hits a new low. Meanwhile, a top Formula 1 driver makes a shocking move.
E05
Trouble at the Top
Fri, Mar 8 2019 12:00 PM GMT+0000
32 min
A team's financial backing doesn't always translate into victories. See: McLaren. Also, the principal and co-owner of Force India faces legal issues.
E06
All or Nothing
Fri, Mar 8 2019 12:00 PM GMT+0000
36 min
When Force India is bought by a group led by Lawrence Stroll, the team's two drivers worry Stroll's son, Lance, may take one of their spots.
E07
Keeping Your Head
Fri, Mar 8 2019 12:00 PM GMT+0000
27 min
Perhaps trying too hard, Haas F1 Team driver Romain Grosjean struggles with confidence and nerves at the famed French Grand Prix.
E08
The Next Generation
Fri, Mar 8 2019 12:00 PM GMT+0000
41 min
Sauber driver Charles Leclerc hopes to achieve something his late godfather Jules Bianchi never did: race for Ferrari.
E09
Stars and Stripes
Fri, Mar 8 2019 12:00 PM GMT+0000
32 min
The bitter rivalry between Renault and Haas heats up, and the mid-tier teams vie for bragging rights at the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas.
E10
Crossing the Line
Fri, Mar 8 2019 12:00 PM GMT+0000
33 min
Drivers -- both legends and upstarts -- focus on ending the year on a high note as the teams prepare for the season's final race at Abu Dhabi.
Season 2
10 episodes
E01
Lights Out
Fri, Feb 28 2020 12:00 PM GMT+0000
34 min
Another Formula 1 season kicks off at the Australian Grand Prix as 10 racing teams vie for the podium.Â
E02
Boiling Point
Fri, Feb 28 2020 12:00 PM GMT+0000
41 min
As mediocrity becomes the norm for Team Haas, frustration over the poor performances threaten to tear the group apart from within.Â
E03
Dogfight
Fri, Feb 28 2020 12:00 PM GMT+0000
38 min
Eager to return their teams to glory, Renault's Daniel Ricciardo and McLaren's Carlos Sainz Jr. vow to prove themselves on the track.Â
E04
Dark Days
Fri, Feb 28 2020 12:00 PM GMT+0000
37 min
Lewis Hamilton and the Mercedes team — long dominant in Formula 1 — face a true test of mettle on a rain-soaked track at the German Grand Prix.Â
E05
Great Expectations
Fri, Feb 28 2020 12:00 PM GMT+0000
37 min
Red Bull rivals Max Verstappen and Pierre Gasly race in Monaco, Montreal and Austria, where one driver shines and the other struggles.Â
E06
Raging Bulls
Fri, Feb 28 2020 12:00 PM GMT+0000
37 min
Alex Albon, the newest driver for Team Red Bull, strives to accomplish what his predecessor couldn't. Also, tragedy strikes at the Belgian Grand Prix.Â
E07
Seeing Red
Fri, Feb 28 2020 12:00 PM GMT+0000
33 min
Few — if any — teams have a history that can match Ferrari's. But not even the Prancing Horse is immune to a little interdriver drama.Â
E08
Musical Chairs
Fri, Feb 28 2020 12:00 PM GMT+0000
38 min
For Formula 1 drivers like Nico Hülkenberg, holding on to a job can feel like a game of musical chairs. Will the music stop at the German Grand Prix?Â
E09
Blood, Sweat & Tears
Fri, Feb 28 2020 12:00 PM GMT+0000
32 min
While many believe Williams's best years are long gone, deputy team principal Claire Williams sees a bright future with rookie driver George Russell.Â
E10
Checkered Flag
Fri, Feb 28 2020 12:00 PM GMT+0000
31 min
As the 2019 season winds down, upstart drivers — including Albon, Gasly and Sainz — compete for one last chance at a podium finish.
Season 3
10 episodes
E01
Ca$h Is King
Fri, Mar 19 2021 12:00 PM GMT+0000
38 min
As the threat of COVID-19 looms at the Australian Grand Prix, one team's new car design causes controversy.Â
E02
Back On Track
Fri, Mar 19 2021 12:00 PM GMT+0000
38 min
The drivers head to Austria for their first race in more than 200 days. Meanwhile, the Red Bull and Mercedes rivalry heats up, on and off the track.Â
E03
Nobody's Fool
Fri, Mar 19 2021 12:00 PM GMT+0000
40 min
Determined to emerge from Lewis Hamilton's shadow, Mercedes driver Valtteri Bottas seizes his chance at the Russian Grand Prix.Â
E04
We Need to Talk About Ferrari
Fri, Mar 19 2021 12:00 PM GMT+0000
44 min
Welcome to the Italian Grand Prix, where Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Sebastian Vettel try to put a much-needed silver lining on their season.Â
E05
The End of the Affair
Fri, Mar 19 2021 12:00 PM GMT+0000
39 min
Renault's Daniel Ricciardo announces a bold move. Multiple teams band together against a rising Racing Point.Â
E06
The Comeback Kid
Fri, Mar 19 2021 12:00 PM GMT+0000
37 min
Following last season's high-profile demotion, Pierre Gasly is eager to show Red Bull team principal Christian Horner that he made a big mistake.Â
E07
Guenther's Choice
Fri, Mar 19 2021 12:00 PM GMT+0000
41 min
Pressured to make changes to his underperforming team, Haas principal Guenther Steiner pursues an up-and-coming driver with massive potential.Â
E08
No Regrets
Fri, Mar 19 2021 12:00 PM GMT+0000
37 min
With driver Carlos Sainz Jr. moving to Ferrari at the end of the season, McLaren puts its faith in his soon-to-be-former teammate, Lando Norris.Â
E09
Man On Fire
Fri, Mar 19 2021 12:00 PM GMT+0000
51 min
Over the course of two drama-filled races, drivers with uncertain futures vie to hold on to their F1 seats. A horrifying crash shocks everyone.Â
E10
Down to the Wire
Fri, Mar 19 2021 12:00 PM GMT+0000
39 min
Racing Point challenges McLaren and Renault at the F1 season finale in Abu Dhabi. Hamilton opens up about being Black in F1.
Season 4
10 episodes
E01
Clash of the Titans
Fri, Mar 11 2022 12:00 PM GMT+0000
39 min
The 2021 Formula 1 season begins at the Bahrain Grand Prix, where drivers give it everything to take the first checkered flag of the year.
E02
Ace in the Hole
Fri, Mar 11 2022 12:00 PM GMT+0000
42 min
Now racing for McLaren, Daniel Ricciardo sets out to prove that he's still a force on the track. Meanwhile, teammate Lando Norris puts on the pressure.
E03
Tipping Point
Fri, Mar 11 2022 12:00 PM GMT+0000
46 min
Red Bull's Max Verstappen pulls off a string of victories. Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes struggles to keep pace. Later, an accident leads to controversy.
E04
A Mountain to Climb
Fri, Mar 11 2022 12:00 PM GMT+0000
39 min
The Haas team looks to reverse its recent fortunes with a new sponsor and two rookie drivers: Nikita Mazepin and Mick Schumacher.
E05
Staying Alive
Fri, Mar 11 2022 12:00 PM GMT+0000
33 min
Down but never out, McLaren's Ricciardo goes pedal to the metal in hopes of ruining Ferrari's homecoming at the Italian Grand Prix.
E06
A Point to Prove
Fri, Mar 11 2022 12:00 PM GMT+0000
37 min
With Williams Racing under new leadership, the storied team looks to put its recent troubles in the rearview mirror and return to greatness.
E07
Growing Pains
Fri, Mar 11 2022 12:00 PM GMT+0000
36 min
They have the raw talent, but can they handle the pressure? Now Yuki Tsunoda and Esteban Ocon must sink or swim in the rough waters of Formula 1.
E08
Dances With Wolff
Fri, Mar 11 2022 12:00 PM GMT+0000
42 min
Rumors fly about whether an up-and-coming driver will join Hamilton on team Mercedes, potentially leaving Valtteri Bottas without a seat.
E09
Gloves Are Off
Fri, Mar 11 2022 12:00 PM GMT+0000
52 min
Only a few races remain, and for drivers desperate for any advantage they can get their hands on, the gloves are officially off.
E10
Hard Racing
Fri, Mar 11 2022 12:00 PM GMT+0000
46 min
As another fierce season comes to a close, Mercedes and Red Bull face off in what may be the biggest winner-takes-all race of a generation.
Season 5
10 episodes
E01
The New Dawn
Fri, Feb 24 2023 12:00 PM GMT+0000
46 min
As the season begins in Bahrain, Ferrari hopes new cars will finally propel them to the top, and Haas makes a risky bet on a last-minute driver switch.
E02
Bounce Back
Fri, Feb 24 2023 12:00 PM GMT+0000
49 min
Mercedes principal Toto Wolff works to combat the team's unexpected struggles, while Lewis Hamilton navigates a bumpy ride in the team's redesigned car.
E03
Matter of Principal
Fri, Feb 24 2023 12:00 PM GMT+0000
45 min
Ferrari drivers and decision-makers feel the pressure of high expectations at a star-studded new event in Miami and a game-changing race at Silverstone.
E04
Like Father, Like Son?
Fri, Feb 24 2023 12:00 PM GMT+0000
38 min
Crashes and costs mount for Haas as driver Mick Schumacher fights to live up to his father's racing legacy and prove his worth to the team.
E05
Pardon My French
Fri, Feb 24 2023 12:00 PM GMT+0000
36 min
Otmar Szafnauer's efforts to overhaul Alpine bear fruit — until a new round of driver musical chairs throws his plans for the future into question.
E06
Nice Guys Finish Last
Fri, Feb 24 2023 12:00 PM GMT+0000
31 min
Daniel Ricciardo's future starts to look uncertain when McLaren team managers set their sights on new talent, while Alpine weighs the best way forward.
E07
Hot Seat
Fri, Feb 24 2023 12:00 PM GMT+0000
33 min
As the Red Bull team pushes to build on their lead against Ferrari, all eyes are on Sergio "Checo" Pérez during a dramatic Monaco Grand Prix.
E08
Alpha Male
Fri, Feb 24 2023 12:00 PM GMT+0000
32 min
When Pierre Gasly announces he's leaving Alpha Tauri, Yuki Tsunoda faces losing a teammate and a friend. Can he step up to show that he's ready to lead?
E09
Over the Limit
Fri, Feb 24 2023 12:00 PM GMT+0000
40 min
With both championships within reach, Red Bull's team faces incendiary accusations that they've cheated by violating a league-wide spending cap.
E10
End of the Road
Fri, Feb 24 2023 12:00 PM GMT+0000
32 min
The 2022 season hurtles toward a conclusion in Abu Dhabi, where Ferrari fights to hold off Mercedes and McLaren hopes for a miracle to overtake Alpine.
Season 6
10 episodes
E01
Money Talks
Fri, Feb 23 2024 12:00 PM GMT+0000
47 min
Lawrence Stroll will do whatever it takes for Aston Martin to become world champion. But his dreams could be over before the new season even starts.
E02
Fall from Grace
Fri, Feb 23 2024 12:00 PM GMT+0000
42 min
Hopes are high for Nyck de Vries as he takes his first shot at Formula One. With the pressure mounting, he struggles to keep up the pace.
E03
Under Pressure
Fri, Feb 23 2024 12:00 PM GMT+0000
48 min
McLaren has a lot to prove after last season. As star driver Lando Norris' car lets him down yet again, he starts considering his options.
E04
The Last Chapter
Fri, Feb 23 2024 12:00 PM GMT+0000
47 min
It's a battle at the back between Haas and Williams. While one team sticks with tradition, the other's ready to make bold new moves.
E05
Civil War
Fri, Feb 23 2024 12:00 PM GMT+0000
41 min
Alpine's Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly have been competing since childhood. Can they overcome their rivalry now that they're on the same team?
E06
Leap of Faith
Fri, Feb 23 2024 12:00 PM GMT+0000
35 min
Lewis Hamilton's been loyal to Mercedes for 13 years. But winning comes first — and with his contract up for renewal, he has to make a tough decision.
E07
C'Est La Vie
Fri, Feb 23 2024 12:00 PM GMT+0000
38 min
An investment from Hollywood stars piles pressure on Alpine's management. Between frustrated drivers and disappointing results, something has to give.
E08
Forza Ferrari
Fri, Feb 23 2024 12:00 PM GMT+0000
44 min
In Italy, Ferrari is a religion. So when the team arrives in Monza, all eyes are on new principal Fred Vasseur to make fans' prayers come true.
E09
Three's a Crowd
Fri, Feb 23 2024 12:00 PM GMT+0000
50 min
Daniel Ricciardo is finally back on the circuit. But when an accident sends him to the sidelines yet again, a rookie reserve steps in to take his seat.
E10
Red or Black
Fri, Feb 23 2024 12:00 PM GMT+0000
50 min
With the season nearing its end and the winner already assured, rivals Mercedes and Ferrari are locked in a fierce battle for second place.
Season 7
10 episodes
E01
Business as Usual
Fri, Mar 7 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
48 min
Ahead of the new season, the drama has already begun. Lewis Hamilton makes a drastic decision — which is almost overshadowed by a shocking allegation.
E02
Frenemies
Fri, Mar 7 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
47 min
Lando Norris has spent his career coming second to Max Verstappen. Can this be the year he overtakes his friend and makes a bid for the Championship?
E03
Looking Out for Number 1
Fri, Mar 7 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
39 min
Without Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes has a seat to fill for 2025. George Russell thinks he's ready to step up to lead driver — but does Toto Wolff agree?
E04
Carlos Signs
Fri, Mar 7 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
38 min
Dropped from Ferrari, Carlos Sainz has got a big decision to make for next season. As two teams vie for his attention, he gets a call from an old friend.
E05
Le Curse of Leclerc
Fri, Mar 7 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
37 min
It's the Monaco Grand Prix, and all eyes are on Charles Leclerc. With his country's hopes hanging on his shoulders, the pressure starts to get to him.
E06
Wheels of Fortune
Fri, Mar 7 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
46 min
The Constructors' Championship is within McLaren's grasp. The car is performing, the drivers are excelling — but their strategy might hold them back.
E07
In the Heat of the Night
Fri, Mar 7 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
43 min
Five of Formula 1's most famous drivers — and lifelong friends — film their behind-the-scenes experiences of the brutal Singapore Grand Prix.
E08
Elbows Out
Fri, Mar 7 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
48 min
After a record-breaking 2023, Red Bull has a lot to live up to. With one driver slowing the team down, veterans and newcomers alike battle for his seat.
E09
Under New Management
Fri, Mar 7 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
37 min
Haas has a new principal. Alpine has welcomed back a legend of the sport. Between them, the rivals are locked in a battle worth millions of dollars.
E10
End Game
Fri, Mar 7 2025 12:00 PM GMT+0000
48 min
As the season nears its climax, the outcome hangs on a knife edge. Can underdog McLaren stand a chance against the powerhouses of Ferrari and Red Bull?
Season 8
8 episodes
E01
New Kids On The Track
Fri, Feb 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000
52 min
As a new season begins under the lights of London's O2 Arena, six rookies join the grid and a seven-time World Champion hangs his helmet in a new garage.
E02
Strictly Business
Fri, Feb 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000
44 min
Alpine's brutal tactics and Kick Sauber's softer ethos go head-to-head at the back of the grid as rookies struggle to keep their Formula 1 dreams alive.
E03
The Number 1 Problem
Fri, Feb 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000
47 min
At a scorching Bahrain opener, McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris both chase the title, but only one can win as their fight becomes a mental war.
E04
A Bull With No Horns
Fri, Feb 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000
39 min
Red Bull's hunt for pace in Japan exposes car flaws and second-seat tension, while Christian Horner feels the walls closing in.
E05
The Sky's The Limit
Fri, Feb 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000
46 min
In Miami, Williams enters a new era as Alex Albon soars and Carlos Sainz struggles to adapt. With tension rising, is the team backing the right driver?
E06
The Duel
Fri, Feb 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000
44 min
Mercedes and Ferrari fight for second in the Constructors' title as rookie Kimi Antonelli and legend Lewis Hamilton shoulder expectations in new teams.
E07
What Happens In Vegas
Fri, Feb 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000
38 min
Vegas delivers glitz, risk and a new team principal working the pit wall. With the stakes higher than ever, McLaren are willing to take a gamble.
E08
Call Me Chucky
Fri, Feb 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000
51 min
After a Vegas setback, McLaren reach Abu Dhabi with their lead under threat from the reigning World Champion. When the flag falls, who holds their nerve?
