David Dixon

David Dixon

Born 1947-10-28 (age 78) Derby, Derbyshire, England, UK
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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.

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Known For

A Paw Patrol Christmas
A Paw Patrol Christmas

2025

as Santa (voice)

Charlie the Wonderdog
Charlie the Wonderdog

2025

as Food Vendor / Stinky (voice)

The Missionary
The Missionary

1982

as Young Man at Shoot

Grushko
Grushko

1994

as Nekrasov

The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
Escort Girls
Escort Girls

1975

as Hugh Lloyd

Print-Out
Print-Out

1979

as Bernard Fermor

The Tempest
The Tempest

1980

as Ariel

Driving Ambition
Driving Ambition

1984

as Mr Clifford

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The Floater
The Floater

1975

as Klaus Miller

Jumping Bean Bag
Jumping Bean Bag

1976

as Ozzie Freemantle

10 Reasons Why Men Cheat
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A Dangerous Kind of Love

1986

as Horace Walker

A Question of Identity
Sweet Wine of Youth
Sweet Wine of Youth

1979

as Dudley Ward