David Dixon
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.
Acting
Movie
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
as Ford Prefect
1981
TV
A Touch of Frost
as Barry Curzon
1992
Movie
The Missionary
as Young Man at Shoot
1982
TV
The Bill
1984
TV
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
as Ford Prefect
1981
TV
The Sweeney
as Andy Deacon
1975
Movie
A Paw Patrol Christmas
as Santa (voice)
2025
Movie
Charlie the Wonderdog
as Food Vendor / Stinky (voice)
2025
TV
Super Gran
as Woodrow Z. Loudermilk
1985
TV
Play for Today
as Ozzie
1970
Movie
Escort Girls
as Hugh Lloyd
1975
TV
The Big Breakfast
1992
Movie
10 Reasons Why Men Cheat
as Mark IV
2023
TV
Target
as Paul Marshall
1977
TV
The Legend of Robin Hood
as Prince John
1975
TV
Original Sin
as Dr Wardle
1997
Movie
The Tempest
as Ariel
1980
TV
On the House
as Ronald
1970
Movie
Grushko
as Nekrasov
1994
Movie
A Question of Identity
as Dean
1992
Movie
The Floater
as Klaus Miller
1975
Movie
Jumping Bean Bag
as Ozzie Freemantle
1976
TV
Playhouse
as Dudley Ward
1974
TV
Cold Warrior
as Frank Liscombe
1984