David Dixon
Acting
Born: 1947-10-28 · 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.
🎬 Movies (17)
A Paw Patrol Christmas
2025
Santa (voice)
Charlie the Wonderdog
2025
Food Vendor / Stinky (voice)
10 Reasons Why Men Cheat
2023
Mark IV
Circles of Deceit: Dark Secret
1995
DI Ransome
Grushko
1994
Nekrasov
A Question of Identity
1992
Dean
A Dangerous Kind of Love
1986
Horace Walker
Driving Ambition
1984
Mr Clifford
The Missionary
1982
Young Man at Shoot
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
1981
Ford Prefect
The Tempest
1980
Ariel
Sweet Wine of Youth
1979
Dudley Ward
Print-Out
1979
Bernard Fermor
Thank You, Comrades
1978
Gardin
Jumping Bean Bag
1976
Ozzie Freemantle
The Floater
1975
Klaus Miller
Escort Girls
1975
Hugh Lloyd
📺 TV Shows (15)
Original Sin
1997
Dr Wardle
A Touch of Frost
1992
Barry Curzon
The Big Breakfast
1992
Super Gran
1985
Woodrow Z. Loudermilk
The Bill
1984
Cold Warrior
1984
Frank Liscombe
Saturday Review
1984
Ford Prefect
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
1981
Ford Prefect
Target
1977
Paul Marshall
The Sunday Drama
1977
The Legend of Robin Hood
1975
Prince John
The Sweeney
1975
Andy Deacon
Playhouse
1974
Dudley Ward
Play for Today
1970
Ozzie
On the House
1970
Ronald