Formula 1: Drive to Survive

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Docuseries following the FIA Formula One World Championship across multiple seasons.

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Season 1

Episode 1 All to Play For - Driver Daniel Ricciardo begins a new chapter with Renault. Lewis Hamilton fights to stay on top, and young drivers prepare to take their shot.
Episode 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.
Episode 3 Redemption - At the prestigious Monaco Grand Prix, Ricciardo feels pressure by an upstate. Also, the men and women of Williams Racing fight to remain relevant.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 8 The Next Generation - Sauber driver Charles Leclerc hopes to achieve something his late godfather Jules Bianchi never did: race for Ferrari.
Episode 9 Stars and Stripes - Racing in the USA brings added pressure and expectations, especially for teams like Haas.
Episode 10 Crossing the Line - The season concludes with rivalries, drama, and the fight for glory as the championship comes to an end.

Season 2

Episode 1 Lights Out - As the 2019 season begins, drivers, managers, and team owners gear up for another year of intense competition.
Episode 2 Boiling Point - As mediocrity becomes the norm for Team Haas, frustration over the poor performances threaten to tear the group apart from within.
Episode 3 Dogfight - Renault and McLaren face off in the fight for midfield dominance.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 6 Raging Bulls - Alex Albon, the newest driver on the Red Bull team, wants to achieve what his predecessor couldn't. At the Belgium Grand Prix, disaster strikes.
Episode 7 Seeing Red - Ferrari’s internal conflicts surface as the team struggles on track.
Episode 8 Musical Chairs - Niko Hulkenberg is under pressure to perform at Renault
Episode 9 Blood, Sweat & Tears - Williams F1 fights to regain competitiveness amid financial struggles.
Episode 10 Checkered Flag - The 2019 season concludes with high-stakes drama and career-defining moments.

Season 3

Episode 1 Cash Is King - COVID-19 throws the F1 season into chaos as teams and drivers adapt to new realities.
Episode 2 Back On Track - Teams return to racing under strict safety protocols in Austria.
Episode 3 Nobody’s Fool - Mercedes’ Valtteri Bottas aims to challenge teammate Lewis Hamilton.
Episode 4 We Need to Talk About Ferrari - Ferrari suffers a disastrous season, sparking widespread criticism.
Episode 5 The End of the Affair - Sebastian Vettel’s final year with Ferrari is full of tension.
Episode 6 The Comeback Kid - Pierre Gasly aims to prove himself after being demoted by Red Bull.
Episode 7 Guenther’s Choice - Haas team principal Guenther Steiner faces tough decisions.
Episode 8 No Regrets - Daniel Ricciardo reflects on his move to Renault and what’s next.
Episode 9 Man On Fire - Romain Grosjean survives a terrifying crash in Bahrain.
Episode 10 Down to the Wire - The 2020 season finale sees unexpected podiums and farewells.

Season 4

Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 6 A Point to Prove - With Williams Racing under new leadership, the storied team looks to put its recent troubles in the rear view mirror and return to greatness.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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

Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 3 Matter of Principle - 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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?
Episode 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.
Episode 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

Episode 1 Money Talks - Lawrence Stoll will do whatever it takes for Aston Martin to become world champion. But his dreams could be over before the new season starts.
Episode 2 Fall From Grace - opes 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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?
Episode 6 Leap of Faith - Lewis Hamilton's been loyal to Mercedes for 13 years. But winning comes first - and with his contract up for renewal, he has to make a tough decision.
Episode 7 C'est la Vie - An investment from Hollywood stars piles pressure on Alpine's management staff. Between frustrated drivers and disappointing results, something has to give.
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 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

Episode 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.
Episode 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?
Episode 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?
Episode 4 Carlos Signs - Time is dim, the red is loose and the blood is spilling. Carlos and his time in the red religion have come to an end and it's now time for him to put the gloves down and say goodbye. But, with time going fast - where will he go to next?
Episode 5 Le Curse of Leclerc - Leclerc and Monaco - a combination that has tormented F1 for years and Leclerc himself. The curse has longed since debut and now, with the race almost off the calendar, hope of winning it seems lost. - or is it?
Episode 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.
Episode 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.
Episode 8 Elbows Out - Mclaren and Ferrari, these two teams are the ones that can make or break the rivalry. In equal points, controversial moments and a place to fight, one question and only one stands still. Who is it that will come at the top?
Episode 9 Under New Management - With many teams having had change in management, how much has the change affected things? How do the old team principals feel, has any improvement been made and most importantly - can the new management be trusted?
Episode 10 End Game - The Final Battle for the Championship comes. Mclaren and Ferrari, tied and close. One winner, four drivers, one large push. But with it, drivers are gonna face a new chapter for next year and the rookies are going to need to deliver.

Season 8

Episode 1 New Kids On The Track
Episode 2 Strictly Business
Episode 3 The Number 1 Problem
Episode 4 A Bull Without Horns
Episode 5 The Sky's The Limit
Episode 6 The Duel
Episode 8 Call Me Chunky