Simon Jones
Acting
Simon Jones is a distinguished British actor known for his versatile performances on stage, television, and in films. Born in Wales, Jones has showcased his talent across various mediums. He gained recognition for his roles in projects like "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," where he portrayed the affable and bewildered Arthur Dent, earning him widespread acclaim. Jones's contributions to both theatre and screen, including appearances in acclaimed plays and television series, highlight his versatility and skill. His ability to bring authenticity and depth to his characters has earned him admiration, establishing him as a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
Known for
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tvThe Gilded Age
2022
Alfred Bannister
movieDownton Abbey
2019
King George V
tvThe Good Fight
2017
Judge Carl Gattis
movieThe Search for Simon
2013
The Man in the Hat
movieGriffin & Phoenix
2006
Professor
movieSpectropia
2006
The Duck
movieThe Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
2005
Ghostly Image
tvCambridge Spies
2003
Sir Michael Boal
tvLaw & Order: Special Victims Unit
1999
Darien Marshall
movieThe Thomas Crown Affair
1999
Catherine's Accountant (voice) (uncredited)
Guru in Seven
1998
Removal man 1
tvLiberty!
1997
Ambrose Serle
tvOz
1997
Judge Mason Kessler
movieThe Devil's Own
1997
Harry Sloan
movieMatilda
1996
Shellhammer (uncredited)
tvRemember WENN
1996
Ted E. Peck
movieTwelve Monkeys
1995
Zoologist
movieMiracle on 34th Street
1994
Donald Shellhammer
movieAmerican Friends
1991
Anderson
tvShrinks
1991
Jack Cavendish
movieGreen Card
1990
Party Guest
movieClaws
1987
Eric
movieClub Paradise
1986
Toby Prooth
movieBrazil
1985
Arrest Official
movieThe Price
1985
Lansbury
tvThe Price
1985
Lansbury
tvMurder, She Wrote
1984
Barnaby Friar
Saturday Review
1984
Arthur Dent
tvBlackadder
1983
Sir Walter Raleigh
moviePrivates on Parade
1983
Sergeant Eric Young-Love
movieGiro City
1982
Henderson
tvMuck and Brass
1982
Basil Bastedas
movieReds
1981
Louise Bryant's Colleague in France (uncredited)
movieNo Visible Scar
1981
David Hanson
tvBrideshead Revisited
1981
Earl of Brideshead
movieThe Kindness of Mrs Radcliffe
1981
Cecil Garfield
movieFothergill
1981
Horsburgh
tvThe Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
1981
Arthur Dent
tvVictorian Scandals
1976
Mr Thornbury
tvPlayhouse
1974
Cecil Garfield
movieFriends Not Food
Sir Donald Scarborough
Production2
tvAmerican Idol
2002
Producer
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