Revving Up Summer 2025: Pitt’s F1 Ride, Sandler’s Happy Gilmore & Superman’s Next Flight

Fantastic, Hollywood’s decided to strap Brad Pitt into an F1 cockpit this summer—because why not? Here’s the reluctant breakdown of your 2025 blockbuster menu: Brad Pitt burns rubber, Adam Sandler dusts off his Happy Gilmore swing, and Superman prepares for a whole new stratosphere. I’m only telling you this because you’ll bug me otherwise.

First up, F1. Yes, the movie actually called F1, directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick), with Pitt playing an ace driver chasing a championship and, inevitably, his own midlife crisis. Filming kicked off back in September 2023 across real racetracks in Italy and Abu Dhabi, per Variety, and insiders at Deadline confirm a July 2025 release date—smack in the middle of summer’s crowded schedule. Production notes mention “high-octane stunts” and “authentic racing tech,” which is PR speak for “we crashed a few cars for real.” Early buzz from test screenings hints at stunning visuals but an eye-roll–inducing script filled with motivational speeches. I told you so.

Then there’s Happy Gilmore’s return. Netflix snapped up the sequel last fall, and yes, Sandler is back in his goofy golf shoes. According to People Magazine, original director Dennis Dugan will oversee proceedings while new screenwriters aim to modernize the humor—because apparently everyone missed shooting golf balls into crowds. Filming wraps this spring in Vancouver, and Netflix has slated a June 2025 debut. The Hollywood Reporter notes cameo rumors from former NHL stars, but let’s be honest, we’re here for Sandler’s manic swing and villainous golf course owner. I’ll believe it when I see it—yet somehow, I’ll watch.

Finally, Superman Soars (officially titled Superman: Legacy) lands July 11, 2025, with James Gunn behind the camera and David Corenswet in the cape. Warner Bros. is banking on this reboot to reset the DC Universe after years of reshuffles. Deadline reports Gunn’s script digs back into Clark Kent’s journalistic roots, promising a “grounded” hero with a side of humor—because brooding Man of Steel films obviously needed more laughs. Expect epic flight sequences captured on IMAX cameras and a supporting cast that includes Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane. Fans at The Hollywood Reporter are cautiously optimistic, though I’m braced for the usual origin-story déjà vu.

So there you have it: three heavy hitters vying for your popcorn money. Pitt’s speeding through corners, Sandler’s rediscovering his swing, and Superman’s back to saving the day—again. Will any of these actually deliver? Probably. Will I be too busy hiding from summer heatwaves to care? Definitely. And that, dear reader, is why we can’t have nice things.

Sources: Celebrity Storm and Variety, Deadline, People Magazine, The Hollywood Reporter
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