David Dixon
Acting
Biography
David Dixon is an actor known for his portrayal of Ford Prefect in the original BBC television series adaptation of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." His portrayal of the adventurous and enigmatic Ford Prefect, alongside Simon Jones as Arthur Dent, contributed to the cult status of the series. Dixon's performance added charm and humor to the character, capturing the essence of Douglas Adams' iconic creation and contributing to the success of the adaptation.
Filmography 33
Movies (17)
A Paw Patrol Christmas2025Santa (voice)
Charlie the Wonderdog2025Food Vendor / Stinky (voice)
10 Reasons Why Men Cheat2023Mark IV- Circles of Deceit: Dark Secret1995DI Ransome
Grushko1994Nekrasov
A Question of Identity1992Dean- A Dangerous Kind of Love1986Horace Walker
Driving Ambition1984Mr Clifford
The Missionary1982Young Man at Shoot
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy1981Ford Prefect
The Tempest1980Ariel
Sweet Wine of Youth1979Dudley Ward
Print-Out1979Bernard Fermor- Thank You, Comrades1978Gardin
Jumping Bean Bag1976Ozzie Freemantle
The Floater1975Klaus Miller
Escort Girls1975Hugh Lloyd
Shows (16)
Original Sin1997Dr Wardle
A Touch of Frost1992Barry Curzon
The Big Breakfast1992
Super Gran1985Woodrow Z. Loudermilk
The Bill1984- Cold Warrior1984Frank Liscombe
- Saturday Review1984Ford Prefect
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy1981Ford Prefect
Target1977Paul Marshall- The Sunday Drama1977
The Legend of Robin Hood1975Prince John
The Sweeney1975Andy Deacon
Playhouse1974Dudley Ward
Play for Today1970Ozzie- On the House1970Ronald
Thirty-Minute Theatre1965Edwin