John Watson

John Watson

Acting
Born 1946-05-04Belfast, 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.

Movies (14)

Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson
7.2

Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson

2017Movie7.2
1
6.6

1

2013Movie6.6
Mosley: It's Complicated
6.5

Mosley: It's Complicated

2021Movie6.5
Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing Rivals
7.6

Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing Rivals

2013Movie7.6
1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
3.8

1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

1981Movie3.8
Crash and Burn
8.1

Crash and Burn

2016Movie8.1
Hunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix Season

Hunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix Season

2004Movie
Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season

Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season

2004Movie
Formula 1: The Official End Of Season Review Of The 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship
4.8

Formula 1: The Official End Of Season Review Of The 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship

1998Movie4.8
Grand Prix: The Golden Years

Grand Prix: The Golden Years

1999Movie
Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season

Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season

2004Movie
1982 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

1982 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

1982Movie
BTCC 1999 Review

BTCC 1999 Review

1999Movie
BTCC 1998 Review

BTCC 1998 Review

1998Movie

TV Shows (3)

Ayrton: Retratos e Memórias
10.0

Ayrton: Retratos e Memórias

2015Series10.0
Race to Perfection
7.0

Race to Perfection

2020Series7.0
Ayrton Senna do Brasil
10.0

Ayrton Senna do Brasil

2014Series10.0