Maserati is the latest iconic Italian automaker to receive the Hollywood biopic treatment, with a new film titled «Maserati: The Brothers» set to chronicle the brand's journey from its founding in 1914 to its status as a renowned luxury manufacturer. The movie, produced by the team behind the 2023 «Ferrari» and the 2022 «Lamborghini: The Man Behind the Legend», features an all-star cast including Anthony Hopkins, Al Pacino, Andy García, and Jessica Alba.
The film focuses on the Maserati brothers — Alfieri, Bindo, Ettore, Carlo, and Ernesto — who established the company in Bologna, Italy, over a century ago. According to the synopsis, it «chronicles the Maserati family’s journey, from its founding in 1914 to becoming a renowned Italian luxury car manufacturer, alongside rivals Ferrari and Lamborghini». The trailer highlights the brothers' relationships, their romantic interests, and their early racing exploits, including the brand's victories at the Indianapolis 500 in 1939 and 1940.
Directed by Robert Moresco, who also helmed the critically panned «Lamborghini» film, «Maserati: The Brothers» is produced by The Andrea Iervolino Company. The cast includes Salvatore Esposito as Bindo Maserati, Matteo Bassi as Ettore Maserati, Michele Morrone as Alfieri Maserati, Lorenzo de Moor as Carlo Maserati, and Leo Ferrari as Ernesto Maserati. The film is described as «coming soon», though no official release date has been announced.
The movie arrives at a challenging time for Maserati, which has struggled in recent years amid declining sales and increased competition in the luxury automotive market. However, the brand's storied history — from its early racing successes to its elegant grand tourers — provides rich material for filmmakers. The production follows in the footsteps of «Ferrari», which earned a respectable 73% score on Rotten Tomatoes, while the «Lamborghini» film was widely panned with a 6% rating.
While the quality of «Maserati: The Brothers» remains to be seen, the film's focus on the brothers' personal and professional lives offers a compelling narrative. The trailer hints at dramatic moments, including a grieving Jessica Alba, close calls, and an accident ending in an explosion, suggesting a blend of family drama and high-octane racing action. For enthusiasts of Italian automotive history, the film promises to shed light on the men behind one of the world's most storied marques.