--- title: "Here’s the First Trailer of the New Senna Netflix Series" date: "2024-04-30" modified: "2024-04-30" authors: - name: "Jerry Perez" job_title: "Deputy Editor" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/jerry-perez" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/heres-the-first-trailer-of-the-new-senna-netflix-series" categories: - "F1" - "News" - "Racing" --- # Here’s the First Trailer of the New Senna Netflix Series ![]() *\Alan Roskyn/Netflix\* ["Senna Sempre"]() is a slogan quickly recognized by seasoned [Formula 1]() fans—more specifically those who were around 30 years ago when [Ayrton Senna]() crashed and died at the San Marino Grand Prix. The slogan is more true today than ever, it seems, as the late Brazilian's significance within the sport has catapulted him to the silver screen in 2010, and now a [Netflix]() biopic. Set to come out later this year, Netflix released today the first official trailer for *Senna*, a six-episode series documenting the three-time world champion's journey from Brazil to England to chase his racing dream. The series documents his rise to fame and, of course, [the tragic ending to his story](). Brazilian actor Gabriel Leone plays the role of Senna, while other racers featured in the film include Nelson Piquet played by Hugo Bonemer; Alain Prost played by Matt Mella; [Niki Lauda]() played by Johannes Heinrichs; and James Hunt by Leon Ockenden. Other important roles from the paddock also make their appearances played by various actors, such as Ron Dennis, Prof. Sid Watkins, Frank Williams, and more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LT7h6sUeUhU The two-minute-long trailer focuses specifically on the [1991 Brazilian F1 Grand Prix]() at Interlagos, where Senna famously had to wrestle a car with a faulty transmission stuck in sixth gear. The McLaren-Honda driver managed to win on home soil but suffered enormous physical strain as a result, struggling to even lift the winner's trophy during the podium celebration. In the trailer, several childhood moments flash before Senna's eyes as he's struggling to race, as well as more controversial moments of his racing career. Ultimately, the trailer concludes with Senna screaming with joy after winning the race—something that was [borrowed from the original recording of him screaming like a madman]() on that legendary day. Netflix did not reveal an exact release date for the series, just "late 2024." *Got a tip? Email us at tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Jerry is responsible for upholding The Drive's ethos as an audience-first, enthusiast-driven car blog that serves up industry-leading news, reviews, culture, and motorsport coverage. Overseeing a staff of writers and editors from his home base in Indianapolis, he helps curate the site's daily rundown, as well as its medium- and long-term content strategies. Jerry joined The Drive in 2018 as a writer and worked as news editor and managing editor before becoming the deputy in 2023. As a lifelong car enthusiast and racing fan, Jerry believes that all cars are cool, but the people behind the machines are even cooler. This belief often gives The Drive a slightly different focus from most other car sites, where we explore the humanity behind the machines. When he's not obsessing over the day's biggest stories or hanging out at a race track, Jerry can be found behind the wheel of a car, most likely sharing a laugh with his teenage son or daughter. ### Author social links [Instagram]()