Season 4 of “Formula 1: Drive to Survive” will be released on Netflix in March – Which drivers and teams are included and how can I watch it?
The documentary “Formula 1: Drive to Survive” has proven to be one of Netflix’s biggest successes in recent years. It takes fans behind the scenes and shows the personalities behind one of the fastest and most political sports in the world.
Season 4 of Drive to Survive will be released this month, just before the start of the new Formula One season in Bahrain. It will get fans in the perfect mood before the racing picks up again.
Here’s everything you need to know about season 4 of Drive to Survive.
Formula 1 Drive to Survive: Season 4 release date
Season 4 of Drive to Survive will be released on Friday 11 March, nine days before the 2022 season kicks off with the Bahrain Grand Prix.
As usual, this season of Drive to Survive will contain 10 episodes, all of which will be available via Netflix on release day. The episodes are each between 30 and 50 minutes long.
Which teams will be featured in season 4 of Drive to Survive?
All 10 F1 teams have signed up once again to take part in Season 4 of Drive to Survive, allowing camera crews a behind-the-scenes look at their operations during race weekends.
In the first season of Drive to Survive, released in 2019, both Ferrari and Mercedes opted not to participate in the series. But since season 2, all teams have been featured in the series.
What races will be featured in season 4 of Drive to Survive?
The Netflix crew was present at all 22 races of the 2021 season, which ran from March to mid-December, making it the longest in Formula One history.
New drivers, new rivalries and an all new championship winner. Formula 1: Drive to Survive is back on 11 March! 🏎️🏁 pic.twitter.com/3aSoENJB57
— Netflix UK & Ireland (@NetflixUK) February 28, 2022
The new season begins with pre-season testing in Bahrain and ends with the dramatic and controversial conclusion to the year in Abu Dhabi, where the championship was decided.
Why won’t Max Verstappen be in season 4 of Drive to Survive?
World champion Max Verstappen will not be directly involved in the fourth season of Drive to Survive after stating last year that he did not want to take part in the series.
“From my side as a driver, I don’t like being part of it,” Verstappen said in an interview with the ‘Associated Press’ last year. “They were faking some rivalries that don’t really exist. So I decided not to take part in it and I didn’t do any interviews after that because then you can’t show anything.”
Although footage of Verstappen from his World Championship year is featured throughout the series, most interviews are conducted in relation to his success with Red Bull team boss Christian Horner.
What is each episode of season 4 of Drive to Survive about?
1. clash of the titans
The 2021 Formula One season kicks off with the Bahrain Grand Prix. The drivers give it their all to claim the very first victory of the year.
2. Ace up the sleeve
Daniel Ricciardo, who now drives for McLaren, wants to prove that he still has a lot to offer on the race track. His teammate Lando Norris is upping the pressure.
3. the turning point
Max Verstappen of Red Bull takes several wins in a row. Lewis Hamilton of the Mercedes team tries to keep up. An incident causes controversy.
4. a long way to the top
With the help of a new sponsor and two new drivers – Nikita Mazepin and Mick Schumacher – the Haas team is looking to turn things around.
5. Life goes on
Ricciardo of the McLaren team goes full throttle at the Italian Grand Prix in the hope of denying Ferrari a home victory.
6. The time is ripe
Under new leadership, Williams Racing is looking to put the problems the team has faced of late behind them and strive for greatness once again.
7. growing pains
They undoubtedly have talent, but can they handle the pressure? Yuki Tsunoda and Esteban Ocon must navigate the stormy waters of Formula 1.
8. The one who dances with Wolff
Rumours circulate of a junior driver possibly joining Hamilton’s Mercedes team, which would catapult Valtteri Bottas to the bench.
9. playing hardball
The season is coming to an end and the adrenaline is pumping. The Formula 1 drivers are racing at full throttle towards victory. But only one can win.
10th Hard Race
At the end of a tense season, Mercedes and Red Bull face off in what could be the most important race in a generation.
How can I watch season 4 of Drive to Survive?
The only way to watch the new season of Drive to Survive is via Netflix, which is available from €7.99 per month. This allows viewers to stream Drive to Survive and thousands of other TV shows and movies via their computers, tablets, phones and games consoles.
Who produces Drive to Survive?
Drive to Survive is produced by Box to Box Films, the creators of all four seasons to date. Academy Award winners James Gay-Rees (Amy, Senna) and Paul Martin (Diego Maradona) serve as executive producers for the series.
The series uses footage provided by Formula One of each race, combined with interviews conducted specifically for Drive to Survive.
How successful has Drive to Survive been so far?
The series has been a huge success. Season 3 of Drive to Survive was the 1 show on Netflix worldwide shortly after its release last year and is said to have surpassed the first season – something not usually expected for a Netflix show.
One of the most successful markets for Drive to Survive has been the United States, where the series has contributed to a significant increase in interest. Formula 1 reported an audience of 400,000 fans for last year’s United States Grand Prix, a significant increase due in part to Drive to Survive.
Will there be a season 5 of Drive to Survive?
Netflix and F1 usually don’t confirm whether Drive to Survive will continue for another year until several months have passed. Season 4 was only officially announced in August, and the release date was announced less than a month ago.
But cameras from Netflix were already visible in the paddock at the first test in Barcelona. McLaren driver Lando Norris even posted a video of them on TikTok with the words, “Welcome to Drive to Survive season 5.” It is an encouraging sign that Drive to Survive is likely to continue beyond this year.