
Simon Jones
Jul 27, 1950 (74 years old) in 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.
Known For

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Darien Marshall

Murder, She Wrote
Barnaby Friar

The Good Fight
Judge Carl Gattis

Oz
Judge Mason Kessler

Blackadder
Sir Walter Raleigh

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Arthur Dent

Matilda
Shellhammer (uncredited)

The Gilded Age
Mr. Bannister
Credits
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The Gilded Age 2022Mr. Bannister★ 7.8
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Self★ NR
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Downton Abbey 2019King George V★ 7.1
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The Good Fight 2017Judge Carl Gattis★ 7.6
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The Search for Simon 2013The Man in the Hat★ 5
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Self★ NR
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Griffin & Phoenix 2006Professor★ 7
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Spectropia 2006The Duck★ 6
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Ghostly Image★ 6.7
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Cambridge Spies 2003Sir Michael Boal★ 6.4
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Darien Marshall★ 7.9
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★ 6
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Catherine's Accountant (voice) (uncredited)★ 6.7
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Guru in Seven 1998Removal man 1★ 7
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Liberty! 1997Ambrose Serle★ 7.8
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Oz 1997Judge Mason Kessler★ 8
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The Devil's Own 1997Harry Sloan★ 6.2
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Matilda 1996Shellhammer (uncredited)★ 7.2
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Remember WENN 1996Ted E. Peck★ 8
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Twelve Monkeys 1995Zoologist★ 7.6
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Donald Shellhammer★ 6.8
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For Love or Money 1993Albert★ 6.2
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American Friends 1991Anderson★ 6.2
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Green Card 1990Party Guest★ 6.1
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Tattingers 1988★ 5
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Claws 1987Eric★ NR
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Club Paradise 1986Toby Prooth★ 5.1
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Brazil 1985Arrest Official★ 7.7
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The Price 1985Lansbury★ NR
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Murder, She Wrote 1984Barnaby Friar★ 7.5
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Saturday Review 1984Arthur Dent★ NR
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Blackadder 1983Sir Walter Raleigh★ 8
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Cedric★ 7.3
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Privates on Parade 1983Sergeant Eric Young-Love★ 4.7
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Giro City 1982Henderson★ 5
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Newhart 1982★ 7.1
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Muck and Brass 1982Basil Bastedas★ 6
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Reds 1981Louise Bryant's Colleague in France (uncredited)★ 6.9
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No Visible Scar 1981David Hanson★ NR
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Brideshead Revisited 1981'Bridey', Lord Brideshead★ 8
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Arthur Dent★ 7.2
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Cecil Garfield★ NR
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Fothergill 1981Horsburgh★ NR
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Joachim★ 6.6
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Hart to Hart 1979★ 6.8
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Out of the Trees 1976★ NR