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.

David Dixon has built a filmography of 6 credits over a career spanning from 1981 to 2025.

David Dixon's most notable role to date came in The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy (1981), where he played Ford Prefect. He also appeared in The Missionary (1982) as Young Man at Shoot. Most recently appeared in The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (1981) as Ford Prefect.

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