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Simon Jones

Acting · Born July 27, 1950 · Charlton Park, Wiltshire, England, UK

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.

Simon Jones movies and shows

  • Law & Order: Special Victims Unit1999
  • Murder, She Wrote1984
  • American Idol2002
  • The Gilded Age2022
  • The Good Fight2017
  • Newhart1982
  • Omnibus1967
  • Oz1997
  • Hart to Hart1979
  • Playhouse1974
  • Blackadder1983
  • Twelve Monkeys1995
  • Matilda1996
  • Remember WENN1996
  • The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy1981
  • Brideshead Revisited1981
  • Brazil1985
  • The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy2005
  • The Devil's Own1997
  • The Thomas Crown Affair1999
  • Miracle on 34th Street1994
  • Downton Abbey2019
  • Monty Python's The Meaning of Life1983
  • Liberty!1997