Name
John Watson
Known For
Acting
Birthday
1946-05-04 (80 years old)
Place of Birth
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.
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- 1999 Grand Prix: The Golden Years as Self - Presenter
- 1981 1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review as Self
- 1982 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review as Self
- 2013 Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing Rivals as Self - F1 Driver, 1973-1985 (voice)
- 2017 Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson as Self
- 2021 Mosley: It's Complicated as Self
- 2013 1 as Self
- 2016 Crash and Burn as Self
- 1998 British Touring Car Championship 1998 Review as Commentator
- 1998 Formula 1: The Official End Of Season Review Of The 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship as Self
- 2004 Hunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix Season
- 2004 Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season
- 2004 Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season
- 2020 Race to Perfection ( 7 episodes ) as Self
- 2015 Ayrton: Retratos e Memórias ( 7 episodes ) as Self
- 2014 Ayrton Senna do Brasil ( 4 episodes ) as Self
