
Simon Jones
Personal Info
Known for
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
1950-07-27 (74 years old)
Place of Birth
Charlton Park, Wiltshire, England, UK
Simon Jones
Biography
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
Acting
(2021)
(2019)
Downton Abbey
as King George V
(2013)
The Search for Simon
as The Man in the Hat
(2007)
What the Pythons Did Next...
as Self
(2006)
Griffin & Phoenix
as Professor
(2006)
Spectropia
as The Duck
(2005)
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
as Ghostly Image
(1999)
The Thomas Crown Affair
as Catherine's Accountant (voice) (uncredited)
(1998)
Guru in Seven
as Removal man 1
(1997)
The Devil's Own
as Harry Sloan
(1996)
Matilda
as Shellhammer (uncredited)
(1995)
Twelve Monkeys
as Zoologist
(1994)
Miracle on 34th Street
as Donald Shellhammer
(1993)
For Love or Money
as Albert
(1991)
American Friends
as Anderson
(1990)
Green Card
as Party Guest
(1987)
Claws
as Eric
(1986)
Club Paradise
as Toby Prooth
(1985)
Brazil
as Arrest Official
(1985)
The Price
as Lansbury
(1983)
Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
as Cedric
(1983)
Privates on Parade
as Sergeant Eric Young-Love
(1982)
Giro City
as Henderson
(1981)
Reds
as Louise Bryant's Colleague in France (uncredited)
(1981)
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
as Arthur Dent
(1981)
Fothergill
as Horsburgh
(1981)
No Visible Scar
as David Hanson
(1981)
The Kindness of Mrs Radcliffe
as Cecil Garfield
(1980)
Sir Henry at Rawlinson End
as Joachim
(1980)
(1976)