Simon Taylor
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Simon Taylor was born on August 8, 1944. He is an actor and writer, known for Rush (2013), Steve McQueen: The Lost Movie (2021) and ITV - Formula One (1997). Simon Taylor has been immersed in motor sport for nearly 50 years as a journalist, commentator, publisher and historian. He joined the weekly magazine Autosport straight from university, and was its editor by the age of 23. He moved on to be a publisher for its proprietors, Haymarket Magazines, devising and launching other car magazines such as What Car? and Classic & Sports Car, and went on to be the company’s Managing Director and then its Chairman. He was BBC Radio’s voice of motor racing for more than 20 years, reporting on Formula 1 from all over the world, and his TV commentary and presentation work includes being a member of ITV’s F1 team. He is the author of several books on car and motor racing history, and appeared in the Ron Howard movie Rush playing himself, as the BBC Radio commentator describing the James Hunt/Niki Lauda battles during the 1976 F1 season. He has a small collection of classic cars, and competes in historic motor sport with his ex-Stirling Moss 1950 HWM sports-racing car.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Simon Taylor reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Simon Taylor's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Simon Taylor remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rush, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Simon Taylor Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Simon Taylor's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Simon Taylor.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Stirling Moss: The Uncrowned King of F1 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Rush | English Race Announcer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing Rivals | Self - BBC Radio F1 Commentator, 1976 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | 1985 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review | Self - Commentator: Additional Comments | Flop | Similar → |
Simon Taylor - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Simon Taylor?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Simon Taylor is "Rush" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Simon Taylor acted in?
Simon Taylor has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Simon Taylor?
Other notable films include "Hunt vs Lauda: F1's Greatest Racing Rivals", "1985 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review", and "Stirling Moss: The Uncrowned King of F1".