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The Worst Episodes of Formula 1: Drive to Survive

Every episode of Formula 1: Drive to Survive ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Formula 1: Drive to Survive!

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Drivers, managers and team owners live life in the fast lane - both on and off the track - during one cutthroat season of Formula 1 racing.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 8 - Alpha Male
    6.7/10(612 votes)

    #1 - Alpha Male

    S5:E8

    When Pierre Gasly announces he's leaving Alpha Tauri, Yuki Tsunoda faces losing a teammate and a friend. Can he step up to show that he's ready to lead?

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  2. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 4 - A Mountain to Climb
    6.8/10(1000 votes)

    #2 - A Mountain to Climb

    S4:E4

    The Haas team looks to reverse its recent fortunes with a new sponsor and two new rookie drivers: Nikita Mazepin and Mick Schumacher.

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  3. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 7 - Growing Pains
    6.8/10(901 votes)

    #3 - Growing Pains

    S4:E7

    They have the raw talent, but can they handle the pressure? Now Yuki Tsunoda and Esteban Ocon must sink or swim in the rough waters of Formula 1.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 Episode 3 - Looking Out For Number 1
    6.9/10(553 votes)

    #4 - Looking Out For Number 1

    S7:E3

    Without Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes has a seat to fill for 2025. George Russell thinks he’s ready to step up to lead driver — but does Toto Wolff agree?

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 3 - Tipping Point
    7.0/10(1101 votes)

    #5 - Tipping Point

    S4:E3

    Red Bull’s Max Verstappen pulls off a string of victories. Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes struggles to keep pace. Later, an accident leads to controversy.

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  6. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 9 - Over The Limit
    7.0/10(598 votes)

    #6 - Over The Limit

    S5:E9

    With both championships within reach, Red Bull's team faces incendiary accusations that they've cheated by violating a league-wide spending cap.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 10 - End of the Road
    7.0/10(651 votes)

    #7 - End of the Road

    S5:E10

    The 2022 season hurtles toward a conclusion in Abu Dhabi, where Ferrari fights to hold off Mercedes and McLaren hopes for a miracle to overtake Alpine.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 6 Episode 7 - C’est la Vie
    7.0/10(484 votes)

    #8 - C’est la Vie

    S6:E7

    An investment from Hollywood stars piles pressure on Alpine’s management. Between frustrated drivers and disappointing results, something has to give.

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  9. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 3 Episode 8 - No Regrets
    7.1/10(1035 votes)

    #9 - No Regrets

    S3:E8

    With driver Carlos Sainz Jr. moving to Ferrari at the end of the season, McLaren puts its faith in his soon-to-be-former teammate, Lando Norris.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 2 - Ace in the Hole
    7.1/10(1013 votes)

    #10 - Ace in the Hole

    S4:E2

    Now racing for McLaren, Daniel Ricciardo sets out to prove that he’s still a force on the track. Meanwhile, Lando Norris puts on the pressure.

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  11. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 7 - Hot Seat
    7.1/10(598 votes)

    #11 - Hot Seat

    S5:E7

    As the Red Bull team pushes to build on their lead against Ferrari, all eyes are on Sergio "Checo" Pérez during a dramatic Monaco Grand Prix.

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  12. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 3 Episode 10 - Down to the Wire
    7.2/10(1127 votes)

    #12 - Down to the Wire

    S3:E10

    Racing Point challenges McLaren and Renault at the F1 season finale in Abu Dhabi. Hamilton opens up about being Black in F1.

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  13. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 6 - A Point to Prove
    7.2/10(904 votes)

    #13 - A Point to Prove

    S4:E6

    With Williams Racing under new leadership, the storied team looks to put its recent troubles in the rearview mirror and return to greatness.

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  14. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 6 - Nice Guys Finish Last
    7.2/10(599 votes)

    #14 - Nice Guys Finish Last

    S5:E6

    Daniel Ricciardo's future starts to look uncertain when McLaren team managers set their sights on new talent, while Alpine weighs the best way forward.

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  15. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 6 Episode 2 - Fall from Grace
    7.2/10(542 votes)

    #15 - Fall from Grace

    S6:E2

    Hopes are high for Nyck de Vries as he takes his first shot at Formula 1. With the pressure mounting, he struggles to keep up the pace.

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  16. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 Episode 9 - Under New Management
    7.2/10(438 votes)

    #16 - Under New Management

    S7:E9

    Haas has a new principal. Alpine has welcomed back a legend of the sport. Between them, the rivals are locked in a battle worth millions of dollars.

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  17. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 1 - Clash of the Titans
    7.3/10(1112 votes)

    #17 - Clash of the Titans

    S4:E1

    The 2021 Formula 1 season begins at the Bahrain Grand Prix, where drivers give it everything to take the first chequered flag of the year.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 8 - Dances With Wolff
    7.3/10(896 votes)

    #18 - Dances With Wolff

    S4:E8

    Rumours fly about whether an up-and-coming driver will join Hamilton on team Mercedes, potentially leaving Valtteri Bottas without a seat.

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  19. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 4 - Like Father, Like Son?
    7.3/10(614 votes)

    #19 - Like Father, Like Son?

    S5:E4

    Crashes and costs mount for Haas as driver Mick Schumacher fights to live up to his father's racing legacy and prove his worth to the team.

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  20. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 5 - Pardon My French
    7.3/10(601 votes)

    #20 - Pardon My French

    S5:E5

    Otmar Szafnauer's efforts to overhaul Alpine bear fruit — until a new round of driver musical chairs throws his plans for the future into question.

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  21. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 6 Episode 1 - Money Talks
    7.3/10(644 votes)

    #21 - Money Talks

    S6:E1

    Lawrence Stroll will do whatever it takes for Aston Martin to become world champion. But his dreams could be over before the new season even starts.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 6 Episode 5 - Civil War
    7.3/10(506 votes)

    #22 - Civil War

    S6:E5

    Alpine’s Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly have been competing since childhood. Can they overcome their rivalry now that they’re on the same team?

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  23. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 6 Episode 6 - Leap of Faith
    7.3/10(511 votes)

    #23 - Leap of Faith

    S6:E6

    Lewis Hamilton’s been loyal to Mercedes for 13 years. But winning comes first — and with his contract up for renewal, he has to make a tough decision.

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  24. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 Episode 1 - Business As Usual
    7.3/10(624 votes)

    #24 - Business As Usual

    S7:E1

    Ahead of the new season, the drama has already begun. Lewis Hamilton makes a drastic decision — which is almost overshadowed by a shocking allegation.

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  25. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 Episode 2 - Frenemies
    7.3/10(582 votes)

    #25 - Frenemies

    S7:E2

    Lando Norris has spent his career coming second to Max Verstappen. Can this be the year he overtakes his friend and makes a bid for the Championship?

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Alpha Male" is the worst rated episode of "Formula 1: Drive to Survive". It scored 6.7/10 based on 612 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/24/2023. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "A Mountain to Climb".