David Dixon
Known for
David Dixon has worked as a British actor with a public record that stays short. The credit people are likeliest to find is 'The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy', where the character is Ford Prefect. The professional trail comes to 18 credits, no more.
David Dixon
9 Movies
9 Series
David Dixon has worked as a British actor with a public record that stays short. The credit people are likeliest to find is 'The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy', where the character is Ford Prefect. The professional trail comes to 18 credits, no more.
Movies
Plays Santa (voice)
A Paw Patrol Christmas
2025
Plays Food Vendor / Stinky (voice)
Charlie the Wonderdog
2025
Plays Bernard Fermor
Print-Out
1979
Plays Young Man at Shoot
The Missionary
1982
Plays Ford Prefect
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
1981
Plays Hugh Lloyd
Escort Girls
1975
Plays Mark IV
10 Reasons Why Men Cheat
2023
TV Shows
Plays Prince John
The Legend of Robin Hood
1975
Plays Ford Prefect
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
1981
Plays Andy Deacon
The Sweeney
1975
Plays Barry Curzon
A Touch of Frost
1992
Plays Woodrow Z. Loudermilk
Super Gran
1985
Plays Ozzie
Play for Today
1970
Plays Dudley Ward
Playhouse
1974
Plays Paul Marshall
Target
1977
Plays Dr Wardle
Original Sin
1997
Plays Edwin
Thirty-Minute Theatre
1965
Latest Trailers
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A Paw Patrol Christmas
Full Filmography
A Paw Patrol Christmas
Santa (voice)
2025
Film
Charlie the Wonderdog
Food Vendor / Stinky (voice)
2025
Film
10 Reasons Why Men Cheat
Mark IV
2023
Film
Original Sin
Dr Wardle · 1 episode
1997
TV
A Touch of Frost
Barry Curzon · 1 episode
1996
TV
A Question of Identity
Dean
1992
Film
Super Gran
Woodrow Z. Loudermilk · 1 episode
1987
TV
Driving Ambition
Mr Clifford
1984
Film
The Missionary
Young Man at Shoot
1982
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is David Dixon and where are they from?
David Dixon is 78 years old, born on October 28, 1947 in Derby, Derbyshire, England, UK.
What are the most famous roles of David Dixon?
David Dixon is best known for roles in The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy, The Missionary, Charlie the Wonderdog.
How many movies has David Dixon been in?
Over a 51-year career (since 1975), David Dixon has appeared in 9 movies and 9 TV shows.
What was David Dixon's first movie?
The career of David Dixon began with Escort Girls (1975).
What is David Dixon's most recent movie or series?
David Dixon's most recent release is A Paw Patrol Christmas, which premiered on October 30, 2025.
What TV shows has David Dixon appeared in?
On television, David Dixon has appeared in A Touch of Frost, The Bill, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, The Sweeney.
David Dixon
1947-10-28 · Derby, Derbyshire, England, UK
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.