Simon Jones

Actor

Born: July 27, 1950 (75 years old)

Place of birth: Charlton Park, Wiltshire, England, UK

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.

Filmography (31)

• Monty Python's The Meaning of Life (1983, ★ 7.3)
• The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy (1981, ★ 7.2)
• Twelve Monkeys (1995, ★ 7.6)
• Downton Abbey (2019, ★ 7.1)
• Griffin & Phoenix (2006, ★ 7.1)
• Matilda (1996, ★ 7.2)
• Brazil (1985, ★ 7.7)
• The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (1981, ★ 8)
• Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999, ★ 7.9)
• Oz (1997, ★ 8)
• Newhart (1982, ★ 7.1)
• Blackadder (1983, ★ 8)
• Liberty! (1997, ★ 7.8)
• The Good Fight (2017, ★ 7.5)
• The Gilded Age (2022, ★ 7.6)
• Murder, She Wrote (1984, ★ 7.5)
• Brideshead Revisited (1981, ★ 7.9)
• The Devil's Own (1997, ★ 6.2)
• Green Card (1990, ★ 6.1)
• Sir Henry at Rawlinson End (1980, ★ 6.8)
• American Friends (1991, ★ 6.2)
• The Thomas Crown Affair (1999, ★ 6.7)
• Miracle on 34th Street (1994, ★ 6.8)
• Reds (1981, ★ 6.9)
• For Love or Money (1993, ★ 6.2)
• The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005, ★ 6.7)
• Hart to Hart (1979, ★ 6.9)
• Cambridge Spies (2003, ★ 6.3)
• Privates on Parade (1983, ★ 4.5)
• The Search for Simon (2013, ★ 5)