John Watson
Known for Acting · 16 credits
- Born
- 1946-05-04 (age 80)
- 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.
Known For
TV Shows (3)
Movies (13)
1
2013
as Self
Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing Rivals
2013
as Self - F1 Driver, 1973-1985 (voice)
Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson
2017
as Self
Mosley: It's Complicated
2021
as Self
Crash and Burn
2016
as Self
1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
1981
as Self
Formula 1: The Official End Of Season Review Of The 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship
1998
as Self
Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season
2004
Hunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix Season
2004
Grand Prix: The Golden Years
1999
as Self - Presenter
Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season
2004
1982 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
1982
as Self
British Touring Car Championship 1998 Review
1998
as Commentator
About John Watson
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 com… With 16 credits spanning from 1981 to 2021, John Watson has appeared in 13 films and 3 TV shows.
Fans searching for John Watson movies, John Watson filmography, or the latest projects starring John Watson can stream many of these titles on Bowood.TV, free and in HD, with no subscription required.
Most Popular John Watson Movies
- 1 (2013) — as Self
- Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing Rivals (2013) — as Self - F1 Driver, 1973-1985 (voice)
- Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson (2017) — as Self
- Mosley: It's Complicated (2021) — as Self
- Crash and Burn (2016) — as Self
Where to Watch John Watson Films
Most John Watson movies and series are available to stream on Bowood.TV in full HD, completely free and without signup. Browse the complete filmography above to jump directly to any title. For more films and the latest web series featuring John Watson, check our movies catalogue and browse page.