David Dixon

Acting

David Dixon

1947-10-28 · 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.

Movies & TV shows

33 credits

TV

Play for Today

1970 · Ozzie

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TV

A Touch of Frost

1992 · Barry Curzon

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TV

Thirty-Minute Theatre

1965 · Edwin

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TV

The Bill

1984

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Playhouse

1974 · Dudley Ward

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TV

The Sweeney

1975 · Andy Deacon

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A Paw Patrol Christmas

2025 · Santa (voice)

TV

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

1981 · Ford Prefect

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TV

The Big Breakfast

1992

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TV

Cold Warrior

1984 · Frank Liscombe

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Charlie the Wonderdog

2025 · Food Vendor / Stinky (voice)

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TV

The Sunday Drama

1977

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TV

Super Gran

1985 · Woodrow Z. Loudermilk

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TV

Target

1977 · Paul Marshall

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TV

Saturday Review

1984 · Ford Prefect

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TV

The Legend of Robin Hood

1975 · Prince John

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TV

Original Sin

1997 · Dr Wardle

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MOVIE

The Missionary

1982 · Young Man at Shoot

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TV

On the House

1970 · Ronald

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MOVIE

The Floater

1975 · Klaus Miller

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Print-Out

1979 · Bernard Fermor

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MOVIE

The Tempest

1980 · Ariel

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MOVIE

The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy

1981 · Ford Prefect

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Thank You, Comrades

1978 · Gardin

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MOVIE

Circles of Deceit: Dark Secret

1995 · DI Ransome

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Grushko

1994 · Nekrasov

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A Dangerous Kind of Love

1986 · Horace Walker

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Driving Ambition

1984 · Mr Clifford

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Escort Girls

1975 · Hugh Lloyd

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Jumping Bean Bag

1976 · Ozzie Freemantle

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A Question of Identity

1992 · Dean

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Sweet Wine of Youth

1979 · Dudley Ward

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10 Reasons Why Men Cheat

2023 · Mark IV

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