Simon Jones
Actor
76 years (Jul 27, 1950)Charlton Park, Wiltshire, England, UK
Known for
Fame aside, Simon Jones is above all a career actor who has outlasted trends, studios and formats. 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' counts among the more visible credits. The filmography reaches back well before the best-known title. Whatever else appears, comedy runs right through the filmography. Counting cinema and television together, the tally passes 34 titles. 'Twelve Monkeys' is the title most people reach for first, with Zoologist at the center of it.
Simon Jones
Actor
Known for
Fame aside, Simon Jones is above all a career actor who has outlasted trends, studios and formats. 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' counts among the more visible credits. The filmography reaches back well before the best-known title. Whatever else appears, comedy runs right through the filmography. Counting cinema and television together, the tally passes 34 titles. 'Twelve Monkeys' is the title most people reach for first, with Zoologist at the center of it.
Movies: 21 titles
Plays Harry Sloan
The Devil's Own
1997
Plays Zoologist
Twelve Monkeys
1995
Plays King George V
Downton Abbey
2019
Plays Arrest Official
Brazil
1985
Plays Donald Shellhammer
Miracle on 34th Street
1994
Plays Albert
For Love or Money
1993
Plays Cedric
Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
1983
Plays Toby Prooth
Club Paradise
1986
Plays The Duck
Spectropia
2006
Plays Sir Donald Scarborough
Friends Not Food
Plays Professor
Griffin & Phoenix
2006
Plays Anderson
American Friends
1991
Plays Sergeant Eric Young-Love
Privates on Parade
1983
Plays Henderson
Giro City
1982
Plays The Man in the Hat
The Search for Simon
2013
TV Shows: 13 titles
Plays Alfred Bannister
The Gilded Age
2022
Plays Earl of Brideshead
Brideshead Revisited
1981
Plays Jack Cavendish
Shrinks
1991
Plays Lansbury
The Price
1985
Plays Basil Bastedas
Muck and Brass
1982
Plays Ambrose Serle
Liberty!
1997
Plays Sir Michael Boal
Cambridge Spies
2003
Plays Sir Walter Raleigh
Blackadder
1983
Plays Ted E. Peck
Remember WENN
1996
Plays Dr. Miles Rangel
Newhart
1982
Plays Barnaby Friar
Murder, She Wrote
1984
Plays Cecil Garfield
Playhouse
1974
Plays Mr Thornbury
Victorian Scandals
1976
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Downton Abbey
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The Gilded Age
Alfred Bannister · 33 episodes
2022–
Downton Abbey
King George V
2019
The Search for Simon
The Man in the Hat
2013
Griffin & Phoenix
Professor
2006
Spectropia
The Duck
2006
Cambridge Spies
Sir Michael Boal
2003Season 1
The Thomas Crown Affair
Catherine's Accountant (voice) (uncredited)
1999
Guru in Seven
Removal man 1
1998
Liberty!
Ambrose Serle · 6 episodes
1997–
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Simon Jones and where are they from?
Simon Jones is 76 years old, born on July 27, 1950 in Charlton Park, Wiltshire, England, UK.
What are the most famous roles of Simon Jones?
Simon Jones is best known for roles in Twelve Monkeys, Matilda, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.
How many movies has Simon Jones been in?
Over a 50-year career (since 1976), Simon Jones has appeared in 21 movies and 12 TV shows.
What was Simon Jones's first movie?
The career of Simon Jones began with Out of the Trees (1976).
What is Simon Jones's most recent movie or series?
Simon Jones's most recent release is The Gilded Age, which premiered on January 24, 2022.
What TV shows has Simon Jones appeared in?
On television, Simon Jones has appeared in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Oz, Blackadder, Murder, She Wrote.
Simon Jones
1950-07-27 · 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.