David Dixon
Known for: Acting
Born: October 28, 1947
Place of birth: Derby, Derbyshire, England, UK
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.
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Filmography
17 movies · 16 TV shows, newest first
7.5
A Paw Patrol Christmas
2025
6.3
Charlie the Wonderdog
2025
1.5
10 Reasons Why Men Cheat
2023
7.0
Original Sin
1997NR
Circles of Deceit: Dark Secret
1995
7.5
Grushko
1994
7.5
A Touch of Frost
1992
7.0
A Question of Identity
1992
7.2
The Big Breakfast
1992NR
A Dangerous Kind of Love
1986
6.4
Super Gran
1985
6.8
The Bill
19847.0
Cold Warrior
1984NR
Saturday Review
1984
NR
Driving Ambition
1984
5.6
The Missionary
1982
7.3
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
1981
8.0
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
1981
7.0
The Tempest
1980
NR
Sweet Wine of Youth
1979
NR
Print-Out
1979NR
Thank You, Comrades
1978
7.0
Target
19775.0
The Sunday Drama
1977
8.0
Jumping Bean Bag
1976
7.4
The Legend of Robin Hood
1975
10.0
The Floater
1975
4.4
Escort Girls
1975
8.1
The Sweeney
1975
7.0
Playhouse
1974
6.6
Play for Today
19706.0
On the House
1970
4.3
Thirty-Minute Theatre
1965