Simon Jones
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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
Credits
Matilda (1996)
as Shellhammer (uncredited)
Twelve Monkeys (1995)
as Zoologist
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005)
as Ghostly Image
Brazil (1985)
as Arrest Official
The Thomas Crown Affair (1999)
as Catherine's Accountant (voice) (uncredited)
Downton Abbey (2019)
as King George V
The Devil's Own (1997)
as Harry Sloan
Miracle on 34th Street (1994)
as Donald Shellhammer
Monty Python's The Meaning of Life (1983)
as Cedric
Green Card (1990)
as Party Guest
For Love or Money (1993)
as Albert
Reds (1981)
as Louise Bryant's Colleague in France (uncredited)
Club Paradise (1986)
as Toby Prooth
Griffin & Phoenix (2006)
as Professor
The Price (1985)
as Lansbury
Giro City (1982)
as Henderson
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy (1981)
as Arthur Dent
American Friends (1991)
as Anderson
What the Pythons Did Next... (2007)
as Self
Offsite (—)
Actor
Spectropia (2006)
as The Duck
Privates on Parade (1983)
as Sergeant Eric Young-Love
Guru in Seven (1998)
as Removal man 1
Sir Henry at Rawlinson End (1980)
as Joachim
Monty Python's Best Bits Celebrated (2021)
as Self
The Search for Simon (2013)
as The Man in the Hat
Claws (1987)
as Eric
Out of the Trees (1976)
Actor
Fothergill (1981)
as Horsburgh
No Visible Scar (1981)
as David Hanson
The Kindness of Mrs Radcliffe (1981)
as Cecil Garfield
Friends Not Food (—)
as Sir Donald Scarborough