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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 8 Episode 8 - Call Me Chucky
    6.4/10(87 votes)

    #1 - Call Me Chucky

    S8:E8

    After a Vegas setback, McLaren reach Abu Dhabi with their lead under threat from the reigning World Champion. When the flag falls, who holds their nerve?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 8 - Alpha Male
    6.7/10(633 votes)

    #2 - 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?

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 4 - A Mountain to Climb
    6.8/10(1021 votes)

    #3 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 7 - Growing Pains
    6.8/10(918 votes)

    #4 - 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
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 Episode 3 - Looking Out For Number 1
    6.9/10(587 votes)

    #5 - 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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  6. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 3 - Tipping Point
    7.0/10(1121 votes)

    #6 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 9 - Over The Limit
    7.0/10(617 votes)

    #7 - 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
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 10 - End of the Road
    7.0/10(672 votes)

    #8 - 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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  9. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 6 Episode 7 - C’est la Vie
    7.0/10(507 votes)

    #9 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 3 Episode 8 - No Regrets
    7.1/10(1053 votes)

    #10 - 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.

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  11. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 3 Episode 10 - Down to the Wire
    7.1/10(1145 votes)

    #11 - 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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  12. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 2 - Ace in the Hole
    7.1/10(1035 votes)

    #12 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 7 - Hot Seat
    7.1/10(617 votes)

    #13 - 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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  14. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 Episode 5 - The Sky's the Limit
    7.1/10(76 votes)

    #14 - The Sky's the Limit

    S8:E5

    In Miami, Williams enters a new era as Alex Albon soars and Carlos Sainz struggles to adapt. With tension rising, is the team backing the right driver?

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  15. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 Episode 7 - What Happens in Vegas
    7.1/10(89 votes)

    #15 - What Happens in Vegas

    S8:E7

    Vegas delivers glitz, risk and a new team principal working the pit wall. With the stakes higher than ever, McLaren are willing to take a gamble.

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  16. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 6 - A Point to Prove
    7.2/10(921 votes)

    #16 - 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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  17. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 6 - Nice Guys Finish Last
    7.2/10(617 votes)

    #17 - 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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  18. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 6 Episode 2 - Fall from Grace
    7.2/10(562 votes)

    #18 - 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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  19. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 Episode 9 - Under New Management
    7.2/10(470 votes)

    #19 - 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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  20. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 Episode 3 - The Number 1 Problem
    7.2/10(107 votes)

    #20 - The Number 1 Problem

    S8:E3

    At a scorching Bahrain opener, McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris both chase the title, but only one can win as their fight becomes a mental war.

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  21. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 Episode 6 - The Duel
    7.2/10(92 votes)

    #21 - The Duel

    S8:E6

    Mercedes and Ferrari fight for second in the Constructors' title as rookie Kimi Antonelli and legend Lewis Hamilton shoulder expectations in new teams.

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  22. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 1 - Clash of the Titans
    7.3/10(1132 votes)

    #22 - 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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  23. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 4 Episode 8 - Dances With Wolff
    7.3/10(913 votes)

    #23 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 4 - Like Father, Like Son?
    7.3/10(633 votes)

    #24 - 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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  25. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 5 Episode 5 - Pardon My French
    7.3/10(618 votes)

    #25 - 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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Worst Episodes Summary

"Call Me Chucky" is the worst rated episode of "Formula 1: Drive to Survive". It scored 6.4/10 based on 87 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/27/2026. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Alpha Male".