James Allen
Actor · b. 1966 · Liverpool, England, UK
James Allen, born on November 5, 1966, in Liverpool, England, is a prominent British motorsport journalist, commentator, and author known for his extensive coverage of Formula 1. Allen began his career in journalism in the late 1980s, working with Brabham and Scuderia Italia as a press officer before transitioning to broadcasting. He became well-known as the lead commentator for ITV's Formula 1 coverage from 2002 to 2008, following the legendary Murray Walker. Allen’s work extends to writing, with several books on F1 history and biographies of drivers, including Michael Schumacher and Nigel Mansell. In addition to commentary, he served as the F1 editor-in-chief for Motorsport Network and manages the website James Allen on F1, providing analysis and insights into the sport. Known for his articulate commentary and depth of F1 knowledge, Allen remains a respected voice in motorsport media, contributing to the sport's accessibility and popularity for fans around the world.
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Movie7.3DocumentaryThrough exclusive interviews and archival footage, this documentary traces an intimate portrait of seven-time Formula 1 champion Michael Schumacher.
Schumacher
2021 · 480 votes
Movie8.0DocumentaryThis documentary takes a deep look at both the driver and the car through the rebuild of the last FW14B, which has only ever been driven by Mansell. Thirty years later we break down what made this car so special and follow the journey of Mansell’s suspenseful, heart-breaking and ultimately victorious career and his last chance to become a world champion.
Williams & Mansell: Red 5
2023 · 5 votes
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TV6.0Celebrity Mastermind is a British television quiz show broadcast by BBC television. The show is a spin-off of the long-running quiz show Mastermind, with the exception that all the contestants are celebrities. As with the main show, John Humphrys is the host and question-master. Magnus Magnusson was quizmaster on the 2003/04 episodes featuring Jonathan Meades as winner.
Celebrity Mastermind
2003 · 2 votes
TV6.6DocumentaryFor the first time go inside McLaren, the most prestigious team in Formula 1 racing. Gain unprecedented access to the drivers, engineers, and leaders of McLaren to see what it takes to compete at the highest level.
GRAND PRIX Driver
2018 · 39 votes