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Simon Jones

Known For

Acting

Gender

Male

Birthday

Jul 27, 1950 (76 years old)

Place of Birth

Charlton Park, Wiltshire, England, UK

Biography

Simon Jones is a distinguished British actor known for his versatile performances on stage, television, and in films. Born in Wales, Jones has showcased his talent across various mediums. He gained recognition for his roles in projects like "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," where he portrayed the affable and bewildered Arthur Dent, earning him widespread acclaim. Jones's contributions to both theatre and screen, including appearances in acclaimed plays and television series, highlight his versatility and skill. His ability to bring authenticity and depth to his characters has earned him admiration, establishing him as a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

Known For

Acting
2022The Gilded AgeAlfred Bannister
2021Monty Python's Best Bits CelebratedSelf
2019Downton AbbeyKing George V
2017The Good FightJudge Carl Gattis
2013The Search for SimonThe Man in the Hat
2007What the Pythons Did Next...Self
2006SpectropiaThe Duck
2006Griffin & PhoenixProfessor
2005The Hitchhiker's Guide to the GalaxyGhostly Image
2003Cambridge SpiesSir Michael Boal
1999The Thomas Crown AffairCatherine's Accountant (voice) (uncredited)
1999Law & Order: Special Victims UnitDarien Marshall
1999CI5: The New Professionals
1998Guru in SevenRemoval man 1
1997The Devil's OwnHarry Sloan
1997OzJudge Mason Kessler
1997Liberty!Ambrose Serle
1996MatildaShellhammer (uncredited)
1996Remember WENNTed E. Peck
1995Twelve MonkeysZoologist
1994Miracle on 34th StreetDonald Shellhammer
1993For Love or MoneyAlbert
1991American FriendsAnderson
1990Green CardParty Guest
1988Tattingers
1987ClawsEric
1986Club ParadiseToby Prooth
1985The PriceLansbury
1985BrazilArrest Official
1985The PriceLansbury
1984Saturday ReviewArthur Dent
1984Murder, She WroteBarnaby Friar
1983Monty Python's The Meaning of LifeCedric
1983Privates on ParadeSergeant Eric Young-Love
1983BlackadderSir Walter Raleigh
1982Giro CityHenderson
1982Newhart
1982Muck and BrassBasil Bastedas
1981The Hitch Hikers Guide to the GalaxyArthur Dent
1981RedsLouise Bryant's Colleague in France (uncredited)
1981No Visible ScarDavid Hanson
1981FothergillHorsburgh
1981The Kindness of Mrs RadcliffeCecil Garfield
1981The Hitchhiker's Guide to the GalaxyArthur Dent
1981Brideshead RevisitedEarl of Brideshead
1980Sir Henry at Rawlinson EndJoachim
1979Hart to Hart
1976Out of the Trees
1976Victorian ScandalsMr Thornbury
1974PlayhouseCecil Garfield
-Offsite
-The Restaurant at the End of the UniverseArthur Dent
-Friends Not FoodSir Donald Scarborough
Production
2002American IdolProducer
-OffsiteExecutive Producer