John Watson
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- May 4, 1946 (age 80)
- Birthplace
- 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
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Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing Rivals
Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson
Crash and Burn
Race to Perfection
Mosley: It's Complicated
1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
Formula 1: The Official End Of Season Review Of The 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship
Ayrton: Retratos e Memórias
Ayrton Senna do Brasil
1982 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
BTCC 1998 Review
Photos
Filmography
Mosley: It's Complicated
Movie · as Self
Race to Perfection
TV · as Self · 7 eps
Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson
Movie · as Self
Crash and Burn
Movie · as Self
Ayrton: Retratos e Memórias
TV · as Self · 7 eps
Ayrton Senna do Brasil
TV · as Self · 4 eps
Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing Rivals
Movie · as Self - F1 Driver, 1973-1985 (voice)
1
Movie · as Self
Hunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix Season
Movie
Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season
Movie
Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season
Movie
Grand Prix: The Golden Years
Movie · as Self - Presenter
BTCC 1999 Review
Movie · as Commentator
BTCC 1998 Review
Movie · as Commentator
Formula 1: The Official End Of Season Review Of The 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship
Movie · as Self
1982 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
Movie · as Self
1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
Movie · as Self