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John Watson

Known For
Acting
Born
May 4, 1946 in Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK
Active Years
1981–2021 (41 Years)
Total Credits
17 credits in database
Acting Born May 4, 1946 Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK 17 credits
17
Total Credits
1981–2021
41 Years Career Span
1
Vault Titles
10
Key Co-Stars

Biography

John Watson is an actor with known credits in seventeen productions. Born on May 4, 1946, in Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, he is recognized for his acting work in several feature films. His credited film appearances include the movies The Recruit, released in 2003, A History of Violence, released in 2005, and Zoom, released in 2006. Additional biographical and career details are documented through his professional credits and database listings, which identify him as a male actor associated with these specific cinematic works.

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Career

Career overview

John Watson is known for his work as an actor with credits listed on The Movie Database and Internet Movie Database. His acting credits include the feature films The Recruit, which was released in 2003, A History of Violence, released in 2005, and Zoom, released in 2006.

Biographical records indicate that John Watson was born on May 4, 1946, in Belfast, Northern Ireland. His professional background also encompasses a career as a former Formula One driver who competed from 1973 to 1985 for teams including McLaren, Brabham, and Penske. During his racing career, he secured five Grand Prix victories, numerous podium finishes, and a notable win at the 1983 United States Grand Prix West after starting 22nd on the grid. Following his retirement from racing, he transitioned into working as a commentator and analyst.

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Frequent co-stars

Career timeline

Mosley: It's Complicated
Race to Perfection
Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson
Crash and Burn
Ayrton: Retratos e Memórias
Ayrton Senna do Brasil
1Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing Rivals
Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix SeasonHunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix SeasonDouble First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season
BTCC 1999 ReviewGrand Prix: The Golden Years
BTCC 1998 ReviewFormula 1: The Official End Of Season Review Of The 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship
1982 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review

Full Filmography

17 titles
  • Mosley: It's Complicated (2021) as Self
  • Race to Perfection (2020) as Self
  • Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson (2017) as Self
  • Crash and Burn (2016) as Self
  • Ayrton: Retratos e Memórias (2015) as Self
  • Ayrton Senna do Brasil (2014) as Self
  • 1 (2013) as Self
  • Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing Rivals (2013) as Self - F1 Driver, 1973-1985 (voice)
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  • 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)
  • Double First - Williams & Jones: Formula One 1980 - A Review Of The 1980 Grand Prix Season (2004)
  • BTCC 1999 Review (1999) as Commentator
  • Grand Prix: The Golden Years (1999) as Self - Presenter
  • BTCC 1998 Review (1998) as Commentator
  • Formula 1: The Official End Of Season Review Of The 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship (1998) as Self
  • 1982 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review (1982) as Self
  • 1981 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review (1981) as Self

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is John Watson best known for?

John Watson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Mosley: It's Complicated (2021).

When and where was John Watson born?

John Watson was born on May 4, 1946 in Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK.

How many credits does John Watson have?

John Watson has accumulated over 17 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1981 to 2021.

What is John Watson's background in cinema and television?

John Watson is an actor with known credits in seventeen productions. Born on May 4, 1946, in Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, he is recognized for his acting work in several feature films. His credited film appearances include the movies The Recruit, released in 2003, A History of Violence, released in 2005, ...

John Watson by the numbers

17credits
14films
3TV series
1981–2021active years

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