Ronnie Peterson

Acting·Feb 14, 1944·Örebro, Örebro län, Sweden

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Ronnie Peterson, born on February 14, 1944, in Örebro, Sweden, was a highly talented and charismatic Formula One driver. Known as the "Super Swede," Peterson was celebrated for his remarkable speed and skill, particularly in cars with less competitive setups. He achieved 10 Grand Prix victories and numerous podium finishes during his career. Tragically, Peterson passed away on September 11, 1978, in Milan, Italy, following complications from injuries sustained in a crash at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza. His legacy endures as one of Formula One’s most beloved drivers.

Film	Credit
Smokeys dröm - när Formel 1 kom till byn2024 · Self (archive footage)	Self (archive footage)
Superswede: A film about Ronnie Peterson2017 · Self (archive footage)	Self (archive footage)
Hunt For The Title: Formula One 1976 - A Review Of The 1976 Grand Prix Season2004 · Actor	Actor
Lauda's Comeback: Formula One 1977 - A Review Of The 1977 Grand Prix Season2004 · Actor	Actor
Adieu l'enfant1981 · Self (archive footage)	Self (archive footage)
1978 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review1978 · Himself	Himself
If You're Not Winning, You're Not Trying1973 · Self	Self
1973 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review1973 · Self	Self
O Fabuloso Fittipaldi1973 · Self	Self
1972 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review1972 · Self	Self
1971 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review1971 · Self	Self
1970 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review1970 · Self	Self