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.
Movie Appearances
Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
as Cedric
1983
The Devil's Own
as Harry Sloan
1997
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
as Arthur Dent
1981
Spectropia
as The Duck
2006
Green Card
as Party Guest
1990
Twelve Monkeys
as Zoologist
1995
What the Pythons Did Next...
as Self
2007
Privates on Parade
as Sergeant Eric Young-Love
1983
Sir Henry at Rawlinson End
as Joachim
1980
Claws
as Eric
1987
The Price
as Lansbury
1985
Out of the Trees
1976
Downton Abbey
as King George V
2019
Reds
as Louise Bryant's Colleague in France (uncredited)
1981
Miracle on 34th Street
as Donald Shellhammer
1994
American Friends
as Anderson
1991
Griffin & Phoenix
as Professor
2006
For Love or Money
as Albert
1993
Brazil
as Arrest Official
1985
The Search for Simon
as The Man in the Hat
2013
TV Appearances
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
as Arthur Dent
1981
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
as Darien Marshall
1999
Oz
as Judge Mason Kessler
1997
Newhart
1982
Hart to Hart
1979
CI5: The New Professionals
1999
Tattingers
1988
Blackadder
as Sir Walter Raleigh
1983
Saturday Review
as Arthur Dent
1984
Cambridge Spies
as Sir Michael Boal
2003
Muck and Brass
as Basil Bastedas
1982
Liberty!
as Ambrose Serle
1997