Netflix’s hit docu-series Drive to Survive returns for its seventh season on March 7, 2025, promising to reveal the behind-the-scenes drama of the 2024 Formula 1 season. The show has become a global phenomenon, drawing in millions of viewers eager for an inside look at the world of F1.
Here’s the Lowdown: Drive to Survive gives fans access to the F1 paddock, following the 20 drivers and 10 teams throughout the eight-month season. Season 7 will cover major storylines from 2024, including Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari and Daniel Ricciardo’s final season and other crucial off-track moments. The release date is set: Friday, March 7, 2025.
What This Means Now: Fans who followed the 2024 F1 season (or even those who just caught the highlights) can get the full story behind the headlines. The show is known for its up-close-and-personal approach, showing the personalities and pressures of elite motorsport.
The Bigger Picture: Drive to Survive has significantly boosted F1’s popularity, especially with a younger audience. The show’s success demonstrates the power of behind-the-scenes content in drawing in new fans and providing existing ones with a deeper understanding of the sport. With six seasons already available, and the seventh arriving soon, it’s a major draw for Netflix.
