Simon Jones

Simon Jones may be best known for his portrayal of Arthur Dent in the radio, television, and stage adaptations of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. His high-profile television appearances also include Bridey in the iconic mini-series Brideshead Revisited, and his portrayal of Sir Walter Raleigh in Blackadder.His association with the Monty Python team led to appearances in a variety of projects including American Friends, Brazil, 12 Monkeys, and The Meaning of Life. Jones has appeared on stage in both the U.K. and the U.S., notably in the original New York productions of The Real Thing, Benefactors, and Private on Parade. He also appeared with Angela Lansbury in the revival of Blithe Spirit (on Broadway, in London’s West End and on North American tour), opposite Joan Collins in Private Lives (on Broadway and U.S. tour), and with Lauren Bacall and Rosemary Harris in Waiting in the Wings.He last appeared on Broadway with Mark Rylance in Farinelli and the King. He was seen most recently in the hit feature film version of Downton Abbey. His forthcoming HBO series The Gilded Age debuts in 2021. He is an Audie Award–winning narrator with almost 150 titles to his credit.