Felicity Jones-Led Formula 1 Drama Series Sets Its Mark for Television

In a first of its kind collaboration, Formula 1 is venturing into the realm of scripted television, endorsing its maiden officially sanctioned series. The Oscar-nominated actress Felicity Jones, renowned for her roles in films like Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and The Theory Of Everything, is set to both star in and produce the upcoming series, aptly named ‘One.’ The series comes from the creative house of Bedrock Entertainment, a recently formed venture involving Tony To, Dan Sackheim, and ITV Studios America, and will be their inaugural major series. The development of One signifies a momentous stride for Bedrock Entertainment, showcasing its capacity to attract top-tier talent and global brands for its projects​​ as reported by Deadline.

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Executive production for One will be shared by Tony To for Bedrock, Dan Sackheim, and Philippe Maigret, President and Managing Director of ITV Studios America. Felicity Jones, along with her brother Alexander Jones, will produce under their Piecrust Pictures banner. Jones expressed her thrill about the unique partnership with Formula 1 and the opportunity to create a show set in the high-stakes world of F1. She also shared her enthusiasm about working with the talented teams at Bedrock Entertainment and Formula 1​​.

Tony To echoed Jones’s sentiments, praising the collective passion of the team behind One. He expressed his eagerness to portray the characters and the behind-the-scenes events of the complex sport that is F1, and to capture its massive scope and scale. Isabelle Stewart, Head of Original Content at Formula 1, also chimed in, praising Jones as one of the world’s most talented and engaging actresses. She expressed excitement about partnering with Jones, To, Maigret, Fergus, and Ostby to bring the glamorous, high-pressure, and competitive world of Formula 1 to audiences across the globe​.

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One is a Slow Take on the Fast-Paced F1 World

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The plot of One centers around the turbulent rise of a fictitious family-owned Formula 1 team. This team grapples with dynamic personalities, constantly shifting rivals, and multi-million-dollar stakes. True to its roots, the series will amalgamate elements of fiction with the factual world of Formula 1. The 2023 season of F1, with its 23 scheduled races, will serve as the backdrop for the series. The writing and executive production responsibilities for One have been shouldered by the Oscar-nominated duo Mark Fergus and Hawk Ostby, celebrated for their work on Children of Men, Iron Man, and The Expanse. Their participation is contingent on the resolution of the ongoing writers strike​​.

Felicity Jones is currently represented by WME, Independent Talent, and Peikoff Mahan​​. As we await the launch of One, the series promises to give its audience an exhilarating ride into the high-octane world of Formula 1. It will do so by blending the thrill of the sport with a gripping narrative and an exceptional cast. Fans of the motorsport world and the entertainment industry will surely be watching this one closely to how this innovative venture unfolds.

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