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Ferrari (2023): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

Ferrari (2023) movie poster

Ferrari is a 2023 biographical drama directed by Michael Mann, starring Penélope Cruz as Laura Ferrari, Adam Driver and Daniela Piperno. It runs 2 hours 4 minutes and earned $43.6 million worldwide on a $110 million budget. It earned 2 award nominations, including Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role at the Actor Awards (SAG) 2024. Critics gave it 73% on Rotten Tomatoes and 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.

IMDb rating
6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes
73%
worldwide gross
$43.6M
award nominations
2
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Ferrari (2023) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 4m (124 min)
Director
Michael Mann
Genres
Biography , Drama , History
Original language
English
Budget
$110M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Ferrari About?

The premise of Ferrari without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

In 1957, Enzo Ferrari faces financial ruin as his racing company struggles. Personal turmoil and past regrets add to the pressure as he battles to save his family's future. He makes a daring decision, risking everything on a pivotal race that could offer a chance at redemption.

Ferrari Themes & Keywords

· 32 tags
  • 1950s
  • car
  • career
  • mechanic
  • male nudity
  • male rear nudity
  • based on true story
  • based on biography
  • year 1957
  • 20th century
  • ferrari
  • vehicle
+20 more
  • luxury
  • life
  • driver
  • industry
  • job
  • work
  • docudrama drama
  • motorsports sport
  • character name as title
  • one word title
  • making ends meet
  • successful
  • learning the truth
  • discover yourself
  • believe in yourself
  • ends with biographical notes
  • what happened to epilogue
  • race car
  • family relationships
  • based on real people
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Cast & crew

Ferrari Cast & Characters

Penélope Cruz leads the cast as Laura Ferrari, with Adam Driver as Enzo Ferrari and Daniela Piperno as Adalgisa Ferrari. Directed by Michael Mann; 20 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Ferrari

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From the director

More from Michael Mann

More films directed by Michael Mann, best-rated first: The Insider, Heat, The Last of the Mohicans and Thief.

Full filmography
Ratings

Ferrari Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Ferrari 73% on Rotten Tomatoes and 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 65/100, strongest in art & craft (78) and weakest in story & flow (52).

65 /100

Ferrari Echo Score Breakdown

Ferrari exhibits a strong visual and technical ambition, particularly in its precise race sequences and meticulous production values. The direction and sound design receive consistent praise for capturing the visceral energy of period racing. However, the narrative and character development suffer from uneven pacing and underdeveloped supporting roles, especially among the female characters. While emotional resonance emerges in key performances, the film’s structural inconsistencies and occasional editing jolts limit its cohesion. Overall, Ferrari stands as a compelling technical showcase with narrative compromises that temper its lasting impact.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 78

    In terms of art and craft, Ferrari demonstrates a confident directorial vision and vivid cinematography, particularly in its race sequences. The production design effectively evokes 1950s racing culture, and Michael Mann’s direction imparts a refined visual palette. However, occasional editing jarrs disrupt the flow. Overall, the film’s craftsmanship offers strong technical appeal despite sporadic stylistic inconsistencies.

  • Character & Emotion 60

    When it comes to character and emotion, Adam Driver delivers a committed performance that captures Enzo Ferrari’s complexity. Penélope Cruz contributes nuanced moments, but supporting female roles often feel underdeveloped. Emotional beats occasionally resonate, yet interpersonal conflict sequences lack depth. Overall, the performances provide focal highlights but do not consistently sustain the film’s emotional core.

  • Story & Flow 52

    In terms of story and flow, Ferrari presents a structurally ambitious narrative that interweaves professional achievements with personal drama. While segments of the plot move fluently, the pacing fluctuates, creating uneven momentum and occasional narrative jolts. The focus on family conflict sometimes overshadows racing stakes. Overall, the storyline establishes central stakes but lacks consistent engagement.

  • Sensory Experience 70

    When examining sensory experience, Ferrari excels in sound design and authentic engine audio, delivering immersive racing sequences. The visual style balances a period-appropriate color palette with kinetic camera work that heightens on-track energy. Some reliance on digital effects in crash moments undermines the film’s realism. Overall, the sensory elements provide compelling immediacy with minor technical caveats.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    For rewatch factor, Ferrari offers striking moments in its set-piece races that may reward repeat viewing, especially for enthusiasts of period motorsport. However, uneven pacing, narrative gaps, and limited character depth reduce its incentive for subsequent viewings. The film’s technical achievements endure, but structural inconsistencies and emotional unevenness temper its overall lasting appeal.

Plot

Ferrari Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Ferrari from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the aftermath of World War II, Enzo Ferrari and his wife Laura (played by Penélope Cruz) established their automobile company, Auto Construzioni Ferrari, which took shape in 1947. Fast forward to the sweltering summer of 1957, the tenacious Italian entrepreneur Enzo Ferrari (portrayed by Adam Driver) finds himself entrenched in both personal and professional turmoil while preparing his racing team for the Mille Miglia—a grueling open-road endurance race stretching a thousand miles. The couple grapples with the unbearable grief of their only son, Dino, who tragically passed away a year earlier, deepening the rift between them.

Full summary

The whole story of Ferrari, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Ferrari Box Office & Budget

Ferrari grossed $43.6 million worldwide on a $110 million budget, 40% of what it cost. $18.6 million came from the US and Canada and $25.1 million (57%) from the rest of the world.

2023 box office

Worldwide gross

$43.6M

40% of its budget back

US & Canada
$18.6M
International
$25.1M
Budget
$110M
US & Canada 43% Rest of the world 57%
Awards

Ferrari Awards & Nominations

Ferrari earned 2 award nominations, including Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role at the Actor Awards (SAG) 2024. The 2 nominations come from 2 ceremonies.

2 nominations2 ceremonies

Videos

Ferrari Trailers & Videos

23 videos: 2 trailers, 1 teaser, 2 clips and 18 featurettes.

All 23 videos
Official Teaser Trailer
  • Trailer Official Trailer
  • Teaser Time is ticking, Ferrari Movie is coming
  • Clip Another Son
  • Clip For Half a Million Dollars
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Ferrari?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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What year was Auto Construzioni Ferrari co-founded?

Cars

Cars in Ferrari

19 cars on screen, including the Ferrari 335 S Replica and the Maserati 350S Replica.

All 19 cars
  • Ferrari 335 S Replica in Ferrari Ferrari 335 S Replica Featured role
  • Maserati 350S Replica in Ferrari Maserati 350S Replica Main role
  • 1956 Peugeot 403 in Ferrari 1956 Peugeot 403 Main role
  • 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta in Ferrari 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Important role
Details

Ferrari Also Known As

14 alternative titles, including “Enzo Ferrari” and “Феррарі”.

Also known as
  • Enzo Ferrari
  • Феррарі
  • فيراري
  • فراری
  • 페라리
  • Ферари
  • Феррари
  • フェラーリ
  • เฟอร์รารี
  • 法拉利
  • Huyền Thoại Ferrari
  • פרארי
+2 more
  • 法拉利 FERRARI, ფერარი
  • สปีดทวงบัลลังก์

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FAQ

Ferrari FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Ferrari, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Ferrari?

Ferrari runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).

When was Ferrari released?

Ferrari was released on December 25, 2023.

Who directed Ferrari?

Ferrari was directed by Michael Mann.

More films by Michael Mann

Who is in the cast of Ferrari?

Ferrari stars Penélope Cruz as Laura Ferrari, Adam Driver as Enzo Ferrari and Daniela Piperno as Adalgisa Ferrari, among 20 credited actors.

How much did Ferrari make at the box office?

Ferrari grossed $43.6 million worldwide ($18.6 million domestic, $25.1 million international) on a budget of $110 million.

How is Ferrari rated?

Ferrari has 6.4/10 on IMDb, 73% on Rotten Tomatoes, 73 on Metacritic and 64% on TMDB.

Was Ferrari nominated for any awards?

Ferrari received 2 nominations across 2 ceremonies.

Does Ferrari have a post-credit scene?

No. Ferrari has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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