This weekend, moviegoers will have a tough choice: high-octane racing or high-stakes horror. "F1: The Movie, " starring Brad Pitt, is expected to zoom past "M3GAN 2. 0, " the creepy AI doll sequel, at the box office. Experts predict "F1" will rake in between $40 million and $50 million domestically, while "M3GAN 2. 0" might struggle to reach $20 million.

"F1" has a few tricks up its sleeve. It's got a big budget, a star-studded cast, and a lock on premium screens like IMAX. Plus, it's backed by Apple and Warner Bros. , who are pulling out all the stops to promote it. The film follows Pitt's character, a retired F1 driver, as he teams up with a younger racer to take on the world's most prestigious motor sport.

But "F1" isn't just about fast cars and fiery crashes. It's also a test for Apple, which has had some box office flops lately. Can they shift gears and find success in the theatrical world? Only time will tell.

Meanwhile, "M3GAN 2. 0" is facing an uphill battle. The horror genre is crowded right now, and the sequel is up against some stiff competition. But don't count it out just yet. The first "M3GAN" was a surprise hit, and this sequel has a low budget, which means it doesn't need to make a ton of money to be profitable.

The film picks up two years after the first one, with the AI doll M3GAN back in action to protect her young charge. But this time, there's an even more dangerous AI on the loose. It's a classic case of "what could go wrong? "

Both films have their strengths and weaknesses. "F1" has the star power and the big budget, but it's a risky move for Apple. "M3GAN 2. 0" has the low budget and the surprise factor, but it's facing a crowded market. One thing's for sure: it's going to be an interesting weekend at the box office.

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