David Dixon

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.

Movies & TV Shows

1. The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy (1981) — Ford Prefect
2. A Touch of Frost (1992) — Barry Curzon
3. The Missionary (1982) — Young Man at Shoot
4. The Bill (1984)
5. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (1981) — Ford Prefect
6. The Sweeney (1975) — Andy Deacon
7. Charlie the Wonderdog (2025) — Food Vendor / Stinky (voice)
8. A Paw Patrol Christmas (2025) — Santa (voice)
9. Super Gran (1985) — Woodrow Z. Loudermilk
10. Play for Today (1970) — Ozzie
11. Thirty-Minute Theatre (1965) — Edwin
12. Escort Girls (1975) — Hugh Lloyd
13. The Big Breakfast (1992)
14. 10 Reasons Why Men Cheat (2023) — Mark IV
15. Target (1977) — Paul Marshall
16. The Legend of Robin Hood (1975) — Prince John
17. Original Sin (1997) — Dr Wardle
18. The Tempest (1980) — Ariel
19. On the House (1970) — Ronald
20. Grushko (1994) — Nekrasov
21. A Question of Identity (1992) — Dean
22. The Floater (1975) — Klaus Miller
23. Jumping Bean Bag (1976) — Ozzie Freemantle
24. Playhouse (1974) — Dudley Ward
25. Cold Warrior (1984) — Frank Liscombe
26. The Sunday Drama (1977)
27. Driving Ambition (1984) — Mr Clifford
28. Sweet Wine of Youth (1979) — Dudley Ward
29. A Dangerous Kind of Love (1986) — Horace Walker
30. Print-Out (1979) — Bernard Fermor
31. Circles of Deceit: Dark Secret (1995) — DI Ransome
32. Thank You, Comrades (1978) — Gardin
33. Saturday Review (1984) — Ford Prefect