David Dixon
Known for
Acting
Born
October 28, 1947 (age 78)
Birthplace
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.
Best known work
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
1981
A Touch of Frost
1992
The Missionary
1982
The Bill
1984
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
1981
Charlie the Wonderdog
2025
The Sweeney
1975
A Paw Patrol Christmas
2025
Super Gran
1985
Play for Today
1970Filmography
2025
A Paw Patrol Christmasas Santa (voice)
2025
Charlie the Wonderdogas Food Vendor / Stinky (voice)
2023
10 Reasons Why Men Cheatas Mark IV
1997
1995
Circles of Deceit: Dark Secretas DI Ransome
1994
Grushkoas Nekrasov
1992
1992
A Question of Identityas Dean
1992
1986
A Dangerous Kind of Loveas Horace Walker
1985
1984
The BillTV1984
1984
1984
Driving Ambitionas Mr Clifford
1982
The Missionaryas Young Man at Shoot
1981
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxyas Ford Prefect
1981
1980
The Tempestas Ariel
1979
Sweet Wine of Youthas Dudley Ward
1979
Print-Outas Bernard Fermor
1978
Thank You, Comradesas Gardin
1977
1977
1976
Jumping Bean Bagas Ozzie Freemantle