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David Dixon

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David Dixon

Known For

Acting

Gender

Male

Birthday

Oct 28, 1947 (78 years old)

Place of Birth

Derby, Derbyshire, England, UK

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.

Known For

Acting
2025A Paw Patrol ChristmasSanta (voice)
202310 Reasons Why Men CheatMark IV
1995Circles of Deceit: Dark SecretDI Ransome
1994GrushkoNekrasov
1992A Question of IdentityDean
1992A Touch of FrostBarry Curzon
1992The Big Breakfast
1986A Dangerous Kind of LoveHorace Walker
1985Super GranWoodrow Z. Loudermilk
1984Driving AmbitionMr Clifford
1984The Bill
1984Saturday ReviewFord Prefect
1984Cold WarriorFrank Liscombe
1982The MissionaryYoung Man at Shoot
1981The Hitch Hikers Guide to the GalaxyFord Prefect
1981The Hitchhiker's Guide to the GalaxyFord Prefect
1980The TempestAriel
1979Sweet Wine of YouthDudley Ward
1979Print-OutBernard Fermor
1977TargetPaul Marshall
1976Jumping Bean BagOzzie Freemantle
1975Escort GirlsHugh Lloyd
1975The FloaterKlaus Miller
1975The SweeneyAndy Deacon
1975The Legend of Robin HoodPrince John
1974PlayhouseDudley Ward
1970Play for TodayOzzie
1970On the HouseRonald
-The Restaurant at the End of the UniverseFord Prefect