Actor

David Dixon

14 credited titles on WatchWise

David Dixon is an actor known for his portrayal of Ford Prefect in the original BBC television series adaptation of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." His portrayal of the adventurous and enigmatic Ford Prefect, alongside Simon Jones as Arthur Dent, contributed to the cult status of the series. Dixon's performance added charm and humor to the character, capturing the essence of Douglas Adams' iconic creation and contributing to the success of the adaptation.

David Dixon in one minute

Strongest genre

Action

$52M · 100% hit rate

Biggest hit

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

$347M

Standout efficiency

2.9x

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy · gross ÷ budget

Commercial performance

Associated lifetime gross

$53M

Combined reported budget

$21M

Gross / budget

2.5x

Bankability Index

28 / 100

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