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Simon Jones
Actor

Simon Jones

27 Jul 1950Born
76Age
51Credits
Charlton Park, Wiltshire, England, UKBirthplace

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

Filmography

  1. TBAOffsiteFilm
  2. TBAFriends Not FoodFilm: Sir Donald Scarborough
  3. 2022The Gilded AgeSeries: Alfred Bannister (33 episodes)
  4. 2019Downton AbbeyFilm: King George V
  5. 2017The Good FightSeries: Judge Carl Gattis (1 episode)
  6. 2013The Search for SimonFilm: The Man in the Hat
  7. 2006Griffin & PhoenixFilm: Professor
  8. 2006SpectropiaFilm: The Duck
  9. 2005The Hitchhiker's Guide to the GalaxyFilm: Ghostly Image
  10. 2003Cambridge SpiesSeries: Sir Michael Boal (1 episode)
  11. 1999Law & Order: Special Victims UnitSeries: Darien Marshall (1 episode)
  12. 1999CI5: The New ProfessionalsSeries (1 episode)
  13. 1999The Thomas Crown AffairFilm: Catherine's Accountant (voice) (uncredited)
  14. 1998Guru in SevenFilm: Removal man 1
  15. 1997Liberty!Series: Ambrose Serle (6 episodes)
  16. 1997OzSeries: Judge Mason Kessler (2 episodes)
  17. 1997The Devil's OwnFilm: Harry Sloan
  18. 1996MatildaFilm: Shellhammer (uncredited)
  19. 1996Remember WENNSeries: Ted E. Peck (1 episode)
  20. 1995Twelve MonkeysFilm: Zoologist
  21. 1994Miracle on 34th StreetFilm: Donald Shellhammer
  22. 1993For Love or MoneyFilm: Albert
  23. 1991American FriendsFilm: Anderson
  24. 1991ShrinksSeries: Jack Cavendish (7 episodes)
  25. 1990Green CardFilm: Party Guest
  26. 1988TattingersSeries (1 episode)
  27. 1987ClawsFilm: Eric
  28. 1986Club ParadiseFilm: Toby Prooth
  29. 1985BrazilFilm: Arrest Official
  30. 1985The PriceFilm: Lansbury
  31. 1985The PriceSeries: Lansbury (6 episodes)
  32. 1984Murder, She WroteSeries: Barnaby Friar (1 episode)
  33. 1983BlackadderSeries: Sir Walter Raleigh (1 episode)
  34. 1983Monty Python's The Meaning of LifeFilm: Cedric
  35. 1983Privates on ParadeFilm: Sergeant Eric Young-Love
  36. 1982Giro CityFilm: Henderson
  37. 1982NewhartSeries (1 episode)
  38. 1982Muck and BrassSeries: Basil Bastedas (6 episodes)
  39. 1981RedsFilm: Louise Bryant's Colleague in France (uncredited)
  40. 1981No Visible ScarFilm: David Hanson
  41. 1981Brideshead RevisitedSeries: Earl of Brideshead (8 episodes)
  42. 1981The Hitch Hikers Guide to the GalaxyFilm: Arthur Dent
  43. 1981The Kindness of Mrs RadcliffeFilm: Cecil Garfield
  44. 1981FothergillFilm: Horsburgh
  45. 1981The Hitchhiker's Guide to the GalaxySeries: Arthur Dent (6 episodes)
  46. 1980Sir Henry at Rawlinson EndFilm: Joachim
  47. 1979Hart to HartSeries (1 episode)
  48. 1976Victorian ScandalsSeries: Mr Thornbury (1 episode)
  49. 1976Out of the TreesFilm
  50. 1974PlayhouseSeries: Cecil Garfield (1 episode)
  51. 1967OmnibusSeries (1 episode)

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