Simon Jones
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.
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Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Known Credits
49
Gender
Male
Birthday
1950-07-27 (74 years old)
Place of Birth
Charlton Park, Wiltshire, England, UK
Acting

2022

The Gilded Age as Mr. Bannister

2019

Downton Abbey as King George V

2017

The Good Fight as Judge Carl Gattis

2013

The Search for Simon as The Man in the Hat

2006

Griffin & Phoenix as Professor

2006

Spectropia as The Duck

2003

Cambridge Spies as Sir Michael Boal

1999

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as Darien Marshall

1999

CI5: The New Professionals as Not available

1999

The Thomas Crown Affair as Catherine's Accountant (voice) (uncredited)

1998

Guru in Seven as Removal man 1

1997

Oz as Judge Mason Kessler

1997

Liberty! as Ambrose Serle

1997

The Devil's Own as Harry Sloan

1996

Remember WENN as Ted E. Peck

1996

Matilda as Shellhammer (uncredited)

1995

Twelve Monkeys as Zoologist

1994

Miracle on 34th Street as Donald Shellhammer

1993

For Love or Money as Albert

1991

American Friends as Anderson

1990

Green Card as Party Guest

1988

Tattingers as Not available

1987

Claws as Eric

1986

Club Paradise as Toby Prooth

1985

Brazil as Arrest Official

1985

The Price as Lansbury

1985

The Price as Lansbury

1984

Murder, She Wrote as Barnaby Friar

1984

Saturday Review as Arthur Dent

1983

Blackadder as Sir Walter Raleigh

1983

Privates on Parade as Sergeant Eric Young-Love

1982

Newhart as Not available

1982

Muck and Brass as Basil Bastedas

1982

Giro City as Henderson

1981

Brideshead Revisited as 'Bridey', Lord Brideshead

1981

Reds as Louise Bryant's Colleague in France (uncredited)

1981

No Visible Scar as David Hanson

1981

Fothergill as Horsburgh

1981

The Kindness of Mrs Radcliffe as Cecil Garfield

1979

Hart to Hart as Not available

1976

Out of the Trees as Not available
Crew

2002

American Idol Producer