Actor
David Dixon
Born October 28, 1947 in Derby, Derbyshire, England, UK
17 films
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.
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First watchThe Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy19817.3as Ford PrefectDon't Panic! The story of Arthur Dent, an average Englishman whose life was spared by his friend, who turned out to be an alien, while the planet Earth is destroyed.View filmEssential films
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Filmography
17 films as actor- 2025A Paw Patrol ChristmasSanta (voice)
- 2025Charlie the WonderdogFood Vendor / Stinky (voice)
- 202310 Reasons Why Men CheatMark IV
- 1995Circles of Deceit: Dark SecretDI Ransome
- 1994GrushkoNekrasov
- 1992A Question of IdentityDean
- 1986A Dangerous Kind of LoveHorace Walker
- 1984Driving AmbitionMr Clifford
- 1982The MissionaryYoung Man at Shoot
- 1981The Hitch Hikers Guide to the GalaxyFord Prefect
- 1980The TempestAriel
- 1979Sweet Wine of YouthDudley Ward
- 1979Print-OutBernard Fermor
- 1978Thank You, ComradesGardin
- 1976Jumping Bean BagOzzie Freemantle
- 1975The FloaterKlaus Miller
- 1975Escort GirlsHugh Lloyd