As Formula 1 continues to have discussions about the future of its U.S. media rights, the racing property is hoping the strong opening for a new feature film starring Brad Pitt may be just the thing to help push those talks over the finish line.

Warner Bros.’ “ F1: The Movie,” starring Brad Pitt, debuted in second place with $7.9 million. Imax accounted for 43 % of the nationwide debut with $3.8 million. “Detective Conan: One‑Eyed Flashback” earned $804,000 from Imax screens in China.