The Seat

The Seat is a documentary that examines the internal process leading to a significant driver change for the Mercedes Formula 1 team. The film focuses on the private discussions and decision-making involving Team Principal and CEO Toto Wolff, which resulted in the promotion of 18-year-old Kimi Antonelli. It follows the Italian-born driver as he prepares for his debut season, marking his entry as the third-youngest rookie in the history of the sport.

Produced in the United Kingdom by RadicalMedia, WhatsApp, and Modern Arts, the film was directed by Kyle Thrash and produced by Meghan Walsh. The cast features Kimi Antonelli, Toto Wolff, and Peter Bonnington, alongside James Allison, Bradley Lord, and Gwen Lagrue, all appearing as themselves. With a runtime of 41 minutes, the film was released on May 5, 2025.

The production has received generally positive feedback from viewers. On IMDb, it holds a rating of 6.7/10 based on 1,700 votes, while on TMDB, it has a higher rating of 7.5/10 from 41 votes.