Formula 1 fans, get ready: Netflix’s hit docuseries “Drive to Survive” is returning for its highly anticipated seventh season, expected to drop on Mar 7, 2025. After a thrilling 2024 season, this year’s episodes promise to bring fans closer to what goes on behind the scenes, with never-seen-before moments, rivalries, and stories that shaped one of the most dramatic years in F1 history.
One of the biggest storylines present will undoubtedly be Max Verstappen’s journey to securing his fourth drivers’ championship in a row. While his dominance was rarely questioned, the season still had controversy. From on-track battles to moments of tension within RedBull, Drive to Survive may shed light on the events that occurred behind closed doors, like how the reining champion dealt with the pressure and expectations of maintaining consecutive wins.
A major highlight of the 2024 season was McLaren’s resurgence. Lando Norris finally clinched his first-ever Formula 1 win at the Miami Grand Prix, a moment that will be one of the emotional scenes in the new season. His momentum did not end there—Norris continued to win the final race in Abu Dhabi, clinching McLaren’s first constructors’ title in 26 years. However, that race wasn’t without its drama, as Norris and his teammate, Oscar Piastri were involved in a first-lap collision with Verstappen. We can expect Drive to Survive to look into McLaren’s internal situation, including the highs, tensions, and the team’s transformation into a championship-winning force.
Another emotional storyline will be Hamilton’s last season with Mercedes before his highly anticipated move to Ferrari. His victory in Silverstone (his first win in almost three years) was one of the most celebrated moments of the season. How did Hamilton handle the transition? What was the atmosphere inside Mercedes as their most successful driver prepared to leave? Drive to Survive will provide that inside look we’ve all been wanting to see.
Ferrari fans will get to relive Charles Leclerc’s fairytale moment: his long-awaited victory at the Monaco Grand Prix. After years of heartbreak at his home race, Leclerc finally won in the streets of Monte Carlo after a dominating performance. His win at Monza, in front of the Tifosi, was another extreme moment. “Drive to Survive” will surely highlight the emotional highs and lows of Ferrari’s past unpredictable season.
Beyond the race results, Season 7 will show the drama of the track. The rise of rookie Oliver Bearman, who impressed fans with a seventh-place finish in Saudi Arabia, will likely be featured, along with political battles in the sport: rule changes, team conflicts, and paddock drama.
As it does with every season, “Drive to Survive” is expected to blend exciting race footage with candid interviews and storytelling, giving some fans a new perspective on F1. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the sport, this season is going to be one of the most exciting. Mark your calendars, F1’s greatest stories are about to come alive.
