Channing Tatum to start filming Brad Pitt's racing movie
What's the story
Hollywood actor Channing Tatum will star in a new film titled Isle of Man, based on the famous Isle of Man TT motorcycle races. The project is produced by Brad Pitt and Amazon MGM Studios, with filming set to begin this year. In addition to the feature film, a documentary series called Greatest Show on Earth was also filmed during the 2024 TT races.
Production details
Filming will take place during the 2026 race
The filming for Isle of Man will take place during the 2026 TT race, allowing for an authentic depiction of this thrilling event, per the BBC. Race organizers have stated that this production represented a "rare opportunity" to "translate the event's 'scale, challenge and authenticity for global entertainment audiences, while reinforcing the TT's status as one of the most compelling stories in motorsport."
Global impact
Projects will help promote the island, say officials
The Isle of Man TT has always been one of the island's "greatest assets," according to Sarah Maltby, the political member responsible for motorsport and tourism. She said these two entertainment projects (feature and documentary) could create lasting value by supporting destination awareness and strengthening the island's global profile. Paul Phillips, head of motorsport at the Department for Enterprise, added that such a project goes beyond motorsport and offers an opportunity to connect with new audiences worldwide.