Formula 1: Drive to Survive77%
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2019-03-08
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Drivers, managers and team owners live life in the fast lane — both on and off the track — during each cutthroat season of Formula 1 racing.
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Returning Series
Seasons
8
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78
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United Kingdom
Languages
English, Italian, German
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Season 1
- 1 All to Play For 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.
- 2 The King of Spain 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.
- 3 Redemption At the prestigious Monaco Grand Prix, Ricciardo feels pressured by an upstart. Also, the men and women of Williams Racing fight to remain relevant.
- 4 The Art of War The troubled offtrack relationship between Red Bull and Renault hits a new low. Meanwhile, a top Formula 1 driver makes a shocking move.
- 5 Trouble at the Top 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.
- 6 All or Nothing 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.
- 7 Keeping Your Head Perhaps trying too hard, Haas F1 Team driver Romain Grosjean struggles with confidence and nerves at the famed French Grand Prix.
- 8 The Next Generation Sauber driver Charles Leclerc hopes to achieve something his late godfather Jules Bianchi never did: race for Ferrari.
- 9 Stars and Stripes 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.
- 10 Crossing the Line 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
- 1 Lights Out Another Formula 1 season kicks off at the Australian Grand Prix as 10 racing teams vie for the podium.
- 2 Boiling Point As mediocrity becomes the norm for Team Haas, frustration over the poor performances threaten to tear the group apart from within.
- 3 Dogfight Eager to return their teams to glory, Renault's Daniel Ricciardo and McLaren's Carlos Sainz Jr. vow to prove themselves on the track.
- 4 Dark Days 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.
- 5 Great Expectations Red Bull rivals Max Verstappen and Pierre Gasly race in Monaco, Montreal and Austria, where one driver shines and the other struggles.
- 6 Raging Bulls 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.
- 7 Seeing Red 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.
- 8 Musical Chairs 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?
- 9 Blood, Sweat & Tears While many believe Williams's best years are long gone, deputy team principal Claire Williams sees a bright future with rookie driver George Russell.
- 10 Checkered Flag As the 2019 season winds down, upstart drivers — including Albon, Gasly and Sainz — compete for one last chance at a podium finish.
Season 3
- 1 Cash Is King As the threat of COVID-19 looms at the Australian Grand Prix, one team's new car design causes controversy.
- 2 Back on Track 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.
- 3 Nobody's Fool Determined to emerge from Lewis Hamilton's shadow, Mercedes driver Valtteri Bottas seizes his chance at the Russian Grand Prix.
- 4 We Need to Talk About Ferrari 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.
- 5 The End of the Affair Renault's Daniel Ricciardo announces a bold move. Multiple teams band together against a rising Racing Point.
- 6 The Comeback Kid 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.
- 7 Guenther's Choice Pressured to make changes to his underperforming team, Haas principal Guenther Steiner pursues an up-and-coming driver with massive potential.
- 8 No Regrets 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.
- 9 Man on Fire 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.
- 10 Down to the Wire Racing Point challenges McLaren and Renault at the F1 season finale in Abu Dhabi. Hamilton opens up about being Black in F1.
Season 4
- 1 Clash of the Titans 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.
- 2 Ace in the Hole 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.
- 3 Tipping Point 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.
- 4 A Mountain to Climb The Haas team looks to reverse its recent fortunes with a new sponsor and two rookie drivers: Nikita Mazepin and Mick Schumacher.
- 5 Staying Alive Down but never out, McLaren's Ricciardo goes pedal to the metal in hopes of ruining Ferrari's homecoming at the Italian Grand Prix.
- 6 A Point to Prove With Williams Racing under new leadership, the storied team looks to put its recent troubles in the rearview mirror and return to greatness.
- 7 Growing Pains 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.
- 8 Dances with Wolff Rumors fly about whether an up-and-coming driver will join Hamilton on team Mercedes, potentially leaving Valtteri Bottas without a seat.
- 9 Gloves Are Off Only a few races remain, and for drivers desperate for any advantage they can get their hands on, the gloves are officially off.
- 10 Hard Racing 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
- 1 The New Dawn 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.
- 2 Bounce Back 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.
- 3 Matter of Principal 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.
- 4 Like Father, Like Son? 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.
- 5 Pardon My French 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.
- 6 Nice Guys Finish Last 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.
- 7 Hot Seat 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.
- 8 Alpha Male 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?
- 9 Over the Limit With both championships within reach, Red Bull's team faces incendiary accusations that they've cheated by violating a league-wide spending cap.
- 10 End of the Road 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
- 1 Money Talks 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.
- 2 Fall from Grace 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.
- 3 Under Pressure 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.
- 4 The Last Chapter 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.
- 5 Civil War 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?
- 6 Leap of Faith Lewis Hamilton's been loyal to Mercedes since he was 13. But winning comes first — and with his contract up for renewal, he has to make a tough decision.
- 7 C'est la Vie An investment from Hollywood stars piles pressure on Alpine's management. Between frustrated drivers and disappointing results, something has to give.
- 8 Forza Ferrari 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.
- 9 Three's a Crowd 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.
- 10 Red or Black 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
- 1 Business as Usual Ahead of the new season, the drama has already begun. Lewis Hamilton makes a drastic decision — which is almost overshadowed by a shocking allegation.
- 2 Frenemies 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?
- 3 Looking Out for Number 1 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?
- 4 Carlos Signs 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.
- 5 Le Curse of Leclerc 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.
- 6 Wheels of Fortune The Constructors' Championship is within McLaren's grasp. The car is performing, the drivers are excelling — but their strategy might hold them back.
- 7 In the Heat of the Night Five of Formula 1's most famous drivers — and lifelong friends — film their behind-the-scenes experiences of the brutal Singapore Grand Prix.
- 8 Elbows Out 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.
- 9 Under New Management 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.
- 10 End Game 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
- 1 New Kids on the Track 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.
- 2 Strictly Business 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.
- 3 The Number 1 Problem 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.
- 4 The Bull with No Horns Red Bull's hunt for pace in Japan exposes car flaws and second-seat tension, while Christian Horner feels the walls closing in.
- 5 The Sky's the Limit 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?
- 6 The Duel Mercedes and Ferrari fight for second in the Constructors' title as rookie Kimi Antonelli and legend Lewis Hamilton shoulder expectations in new teams.
- 7 What Happens in Vegas 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.
- 8 Call Me Chucky 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?
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