Netflix’s Senna: Release date speculation, cast, trailer and latest news
The first trailer has landed.
Formula 1 fans, assemble: Netflix is bringing a mini-series, Senna, about the iconic racing driver to the small screen later this year.
And now the first trailer has been released, giving fans a first look at Gabriel Leone in the leading role, as well as a glimpse at a pretty intense racing sequence.
Senna will cover the Brazilian driver’s life and racing career up to his tragic accident at the San Marino Grand Prix 30 years ago.
The eight-part series will start at Ayrton Senna's career debut, when the driver first moved to England to compete on the F1600 in 1981. He went on to claim three world championships and 41 race wins between 1984 and 1994.
As well as his career, the series is expected to follow his personal struggles and relationships.
But when exactly is it set to land? Read on for everything you need to know.
Senna release date speculation: When is the series coming to Netflix?
Senna is set to land on Netflix later in 2024.
The series has been in development since 2020. In a statement at the time, Netflix said: “The project will give fans the chance to cross the finish line not with Senna, but with Beco or Becão, the driver's affectionate nicknames among friends and family.
"More than just remembering remarkable moments in his career, the miniseries is an invitation to explore the personality and family relationships of the three-time Formula 1 champion.
“Senna has deeply embodied the willingness of Brazilian people to get ahead in life – and speeded up the hearts of young people, adults and children around the world."
“It is very special to be able to announce that we will tell the story that only a few people know about him. The Senna family is committed in making this project something totally unique and unprecedented,” Viviane Senna, Ayrton Senna's older sister, said about the project.
Maria Angela de Jesus, director of original international productions at Netflix in Brazil, added: “Senna started his journey in São Paulo and conquered the world, we are honoured to take his inspiring journey to all his fans, wherever they are. Ayrton Senna has a legacy that spans generations and boundaries.”
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Senna cast: Who stars alongside Gabriel Leone?
Brazilian actor Gabriel Leone will lead the cast in the titular role. He is no stranger to motorsports projects, and is best known for his role in the 2023 film Ferrari.
Meanwhile, Pâmela Tomé will star as Xuxa, Senna's TV star girlfriend, Matt Mella will appear as rival driver Alain Prost, and Patrick Kennedy will play McLaren team principal Ron Dennis.
Gabriel Louchard will also appear as Brazilian sports announcer Galvão Bue, Kaya Scodelario will star as Laura, a journalist, Alice Wegmann will play Senna's first wife Lilian Vasconcelos, and Camila Márdila will star as Senna's sister Vivianne Senna.
Is there a trailer for Netflix's Senna?
Yes, a first trailer has landed, and it gives fans a first look at an epic racing sequence.
The footage recreates Senna's victory at the 1991 Brazilian Grand Prix in Interlagos, following a difficult race where he was mostly stuck in sixth gear.
Watch below:
Senna will arrive in 2024.
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Molly Moss is a Trends Writer for Radio Times, covering the latest trends across TV, film and more. She has an MA in Newspaper Journalism and has previously written for publications including The Guardian, The Times and The Sun Online.
