
Person
John Watson
Acting · Born 1946-05-04 · Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK
Biography
John Watson, born on May 4, 1946, in Belfast, Northern Ireland, is a former Formula One driver known for his skill, consistency, and remarkable comeback drives. Competing in F1 from 1973 to 1985, he achieved five Grand Prix victories and numerous podium finishes, racing for teams such as McLaren, Brabham, and Penske. Watson is particularly remembered for his 1983 win at the United States Grand Prix West, where he came from 22nd on the grid to take victory, showcasing his exceptional talent. After retiring from racing, he became a respected commentator and analyst, valued for his insights and deep understanding of motorsport.
Known for

Race to Perfection
Self

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Self

Ayrton: Retratos e Memórias
Self

Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson
Self

Mosley: It's Complicated
Self

Ayrton Senna do Brasil
Self

Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing Rivals
Self - F1 Driver, 1973-1985 (voice)
Grand Prix: The Golden Years
Self - Presenter

Crash and Burn
Self

Hunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix Season
2004
Filmography
- 2021Mosley: It's ComplicatedSelf
- 2020Race to PerfectionSelf
- 2017Superswede: A film about Ronnie PetersonSelf
- 2016Crash and BurnSelf
- 2015Ayrton: Retratos e MemóriasSelf
- 2014Ayrton Senna do BrasilSelf
- 20131Self
- 2013Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing RivalsSelf - F1 Driver, 1973-1985 (voice)
- 2004Hunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix Season
- 2004Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season
- 2004Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season
- 1999Grand Prix: The Golden YearsSelf - Presenter
- 1998Formula 1: The Official End Of Season Review Of The 1982 FIA Formula One World ChampionshipSelf
- 1998British Touring Car Championship 1998 ReviewCommentator
- 19821982 FIA Formula One World Championship Season ReviewSelf
- 19811981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season ReviewSelf
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