David Dixon
Known for: Acting
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
Series
Play for Today
Ozzie
1970
Series
Playhouse
Dudley Ward
1974
Series
A Touch of Frost
Barry Curzon
1992
Series
The Bill
1984
Series
The Sweeney
Andy Deacon
1975
Series
Thirty-Minute Theatre
Edwin
1965
Film
A Paw Patrol Christmas
Santa (voice)
2025
Series
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Ford Prefect
1981
Series
The Big Breakfast
1992
Series
Target
Paul Marshall
1977
The Sunday Drama
1977
Series
Super Gran
Woodrow Z. Loudermilk
1985
Film
Charlie the Wonderdog
Food Vendor / Stinky (voice)
2025
Cold Warrior
Frank Liscombe
1984
Saturday Review
Ford Prefect
1984
Series
The Legend of Robin Hood
Prince John
1975
Film
The Missionary
Young Man at Shoot
1982
On the House
Ronald
1970
Film
Print-Out
Bernard Fermor
1979
Film
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
Ford Prefect
1981
Series
Original Sin
Dr Wardle
1997
Film
The Floater
Klaus Miller
1975
Circles of Deceit: Dark Secret
DI Ransome
1995
Film
Escort Girls
Hugh Lloyd
1975
A Dangerous Kind of Love
Horace Walker
1986
Film
Grushko
Nekrasov
1994
Film
The Tempest
Ariel
1980
Thank You, Comrades
Gardin
1978
Film
Driving Ambition
Mr Clifford
1984
Film
Jumping Bean Bag
Ozzie Freemantle
1976
Film
Sweet Wine of Youth
Dudley Ward
1979
Film
10 Reasons Why Men Cheat
Mark IV
2023
Film
A Question of Identity
Dean
1992