5 Bingeworthy Automotive Series/Movies To Watch On New Year's Eve

Automotive enthusiasts who plan to stay home on New Year's Eve have plenty of entertainment options. Whether you prefer dramatic films or action-packed movies, there's something for everyone. To help you save time, we've curated a list of films featuring real-life stories, intense rivalries, and high-speed action that are perfect for holiday binge-watching.

Formula 1: Drive to Survive

This Netflix series runs seven seasons, each focusing on a Formula 1 World Championship. It covers team strategies, driver interviews, and pit-lane decisions from 2018 to 2024. Season 7 highlights the 2024 title battle between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris, and it is available for streaming on Netflix in India.

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Senna

The 2024 Netflix miniseries shows Ayrton Senna's F1 career from 1984 until his tragic accident at the 1994 Imola Grand Prix. Gabriel Leone stars as Senna, with episodes detailing his dominance with McLaren-Honda and his rivalries with Alain Prost. This four-part series draws from biographies and archival footage and is available on Netflix.

Rush

Directed by Ron Howard, the 2013 film "Rush" recreates the intense rivalry during the 1976 F1 season between James Hunt and Niki Lauda. Chris Hemsworth plays Hunt, while Daniel Bruhl plays Lauda, who survived a near-fatal crash at the Nurburgring. Key races, including the decisive Japanese Grand Prix, are featured. This movie can be streamed on Prime Video.

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Ford v Ferrari

The 2019 Oscar-winning film "Ford v Ferrari" depicts Ford's efforts in 1966 to defeat Ferrari at the Le Mans 24 Hours race. Matt Damon stars as Carroll Shelby, and Christian Bale plays Ken Miles. The film showcases the development of the prototype and the final laps of the race. It is available for streaming on Netflix.

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Gran Turismo

The 2023 film "Gran Turismo" follows gamer Jann Mardenborough's journey from virtual racing to professional racing through Sony's simulation. Directed by Neill Blomkamp and featuring David Harbour as his mentor, the movie includes real footage of Mardenborough's victory at the 2013 Dubai 24 Hours race. It streams on Netflix in India.