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.

Most Known For

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

as Darien Marshall

Murder, She Wrote

as Barnaby Friar

The Good Fight

as Judge Carl Gattis

Oz

as Judge Mason Kessler

Blackadder

as Sir Walter Raleigh

The Gilded Age

as Alfred Bannister

Hart to Hart

Newhart

Playhouse

as Cecil Garfield

Twelve Monkeys

as Zoologist

Matilda

as Shellhammer (uncredited)

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

as Arthur Dent

Brideshead Revisited

as Earl of Brideshead

Miracle on 34th Street

as Donald Shellhammer

Brazil

as Arrest Official

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

as Ghostly Image

Remember WENN

as Ted E. Peck

The Thomas Crown Affair

as Catherine's Accountant (voice) (uncredited)

For Love or Money

as Albert

Reds

as Louise Bryant's Colleague in France (uncredited)