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David Jason

Actor

David Jason

  • Born: 2 February 1940, Edmonton, London, England
  • Estimated net worth: $10 million

David Jason is a renowned British actor celebrated for his roles in television and film, particularly as Del Boy in 'Only Fools and Horses.' His career spans several decades, earning him a reputation for comedic brilliance and distinctive voice. He is also…

About David Jason

David Jason is a renowned British actor celebrated for his roles in television and film, particularly as Del Boy in 'Only Fools and Horses.' His career spans several decades, earning him a reputation for comedic brilliance and distinctive voice. He is also known for his work in 'A Touch of Frost' and various other popular series, showcasing his versatility and charm.

Born
2 February 1940, Edmonton, London, England
Known for
Acting
Height
5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Spouses
Gillie Godfrey (2005-present)
Children
2 (including Sophie Jason, Nicholas Jason)
Parents
Arthur Jason, Margaret Jason
Estimated net worth
$10 million

Fun facts about David Jason

  • David Jason started his career as a voice artist and worked on radio before moving to television.
  • He was awarded an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 2005 for his services to drama.

Famous David Jason quotes

“This time next year, we'll be millionaires!”
Only Fools and Horses, 1981
“You know it makes sense.”
Only Fools and Horses, 1981
“It's all about the journey, not the destination.”
A Touch of Frost, 1992

David Jason filmography

Cast (121)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2026Only Fools And Horses: The Lost Archive TVUnknown character
2026Open All Hours: Inside Out MovieUnknown character
2024David & Jay's Touring Toolshed TVSelf - Presenter5.0
2023Only Fools and Horses: Greatest Christmas Moments MovieSelf
2022Comedy Classics: Porridge MovieNarrator
2021The Lancaster Bomber at 80 with David Jason MovieNarrator8.0
2021Only Fools and Football (Euro 2020 Message from Del Boy) MovieDerek ' Del Boy' Trotter
2020We Love Only Fools and Horses MovieUnknown character
2020David Jason: Britain's Favourite TV Star MovieUnknown character
2020Flying for Britain with David Jason MovieUnknown character
Show 111 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2020David Jason's Great British Inventions TVSelf - Presenter
2019David Jason: Planes, Trains and Automobiles TVHimself - Presenter7.0
2018Michael Palin: A Life on Screen MovieUnknown character7.0
2017David Jason's Secret Service TVSelf - Presenter1.0
2017The Story of Only Fools And Horses TVSelf7.8
2016British Sitcom: 60 Years of Laughing at Ourselves MovieDerek 'Del Boy' Trotter (archive footage) (uncredited)5.7
2016World Cup 1966: Alfie's Boys MovieSelf / Presenter7.0
2014Still Open All Hours TVGranville6.0
2014A Life on Screen TVSelf8.0
2014Pip Ahoy! TV(voices)
2014The Michael McIntyre Chat Show TVSelf - Guest4.0
2013Car S.O.S. TVUnknown character7.1
2012Barry Hearn: The People's Promoter MovieUnknown character
2011The Royal Bodyguard TVCaptain Guy Hubble3.9
2011David Jason's Greatest Escapes MoviePresenter
2010Come Rain Come Shine MovieDon Mitchell5.0
2010Touched by Frost: Goodbye Jack MovieSelf/Insp. Jack Frost
2010Muddle Earth TVRandalf
2009Albert's Memorial MovieHarry7.2
2008The Colour of Magic TVRincewind6.8
2008The Color of Magic - Die Reise des Zauberers Teil 1 MovieRincewind6.5
2008The Color of Magic - Die Reise des Zauberers Teil 2 MovieRincewind6.5
2007Hogfather MovieAlbert6.8
2006Hogfather TVAlbert / Alberto Malich7.6
2006Prehistoric Park: Building the Impossible MovieNarrator
2006Prehistoric Park TVNarrator7.7
2006Prehistoric Park MovieNarrator7.1
2006Ghostboat MovieJack Hardy6.4
2005Diamond Geezer TVDes8.5
2005The Best of Ronnie Barker TVUnknown character
2004The Final Quest MovieDave6.5
2004Parkinson TVSelf - Guest7.0
2004The Second Quest MovieDave4.0
2002The Story of Only Fools and Horses MovieSelf7.0
2002The Quest MovieDave9.0
2001Micawber TVWilkins Micawber3.3
1999All the King's Men MovieCapt. Frank Beck6.2
1999Angelmouse TVNarrator
1998Father Christmas and the Missing Reindeer Movie(voice)7.0
1998March in Windy City MovieSteven March9.0
1998Parkinson TVSelf
1997Only Fools and Horses: Only Fools Cutaway MovieDerek ' Del Boy' Trotter
1996The Adventures of Dawdle the Donkey TVRola Polar Bear (voice)
1995The Snow Queen MovieEric6.5
1994Albert the Fifth Musketeer TVUnknown character5.8
1993The Bullion Boys MovieBilly Mac
1992A Touch of Frost TVDI Jack Frost7.6
1992The Christmas Collection MovieToad/Chief Weasel (voice)
1991Only Fools & Horses - Miami Twice - The Movie MovieDerek 'Del Boy' Trotter
1991Victor & Hugo, Bunglers in Crime TVUnknown character8.2
1991The Darling Buds of May TVPop Larkin7.9
1990The BFG MovieThe BFG (voice)6.4
1990Only Fools and Horses: The Robin Flies at Dawn MovieDerek ' Del Boy' Trotter6.0
1990Amongst Barbarians MovieGeorge
1990More Children's Holiday Favourites MovieCount Duckula/Danger Mouse/The Narrator/Toad (voice)
1990Single Voices TVVernon Duxley7.0
1990The Chemist MovieVernon Duxley
1990Oh, Mr. Toad TVToad
1989The Wind in the Willows: A Tale of Two Toads MovieToad (voice)5.0
1989Screen One TVBilly Mac7.2
1989More Children's Summer Stories MovieCount Duckula/Norm/Danger Mouse/The Narrator/Toad/Chief Weasel (voice)
1989Lollipop Children's Favourites - Volume 2 MovieCount Duckula/Danger Mouse/The Narrator/Toad (voice)
1989Lollipop Children's Favourites - Volume 1 MovieCount Duckula/Danger Mouse/The Narrator/Toad (voice)
1989A Bit of a Do TVTed Simcock6.3
1988Count Duckula TVCount Duckula (voice)7.9
1988Children's Favourites - Volume 1 MovieToad/Danger Mouse/The Narrator (voice)
1987Porterhouse Blue TVSkullion7.2
1986Only Fools and Horses: Royal Variety Show MovieDerek ' Del Boy' Trotter
1986The Wind in the Willows: Winter Tales MovieToad/Billy the Rabbit (voice)
1986ScreenPlay TVGeorge6.0
1985Only Fools and Horses: White Mice MovieDerek ' Del Boy' Trotter
1984The Wind in the Willows TVToad (voice)7.7
1984Only Fools and Horses: Licensed to Drill MovieDerek ' Del Boy' Trotter
1983The Wind in the Willows MovieToad7.0
1983Dramarama TVMr. Stabs7.2
1982The Funny Side of Christmas MovieDerek 'Del Boy' Trotter, Granville
1982Only Fools and Horses: Christmas Trees MovieDerek ' Del Boy' Trotter
1982Wogan TVSelf5.6
1981Danger Mouse TVDanger Mouse / Narrator (voice)7.1
1981Only Fools and Horses TVDerek 'Del Boy' Trotter8.1
1978The Odd Job MovieThe Odd Job Man5.9
1978The Water Babies Movie(voice)6.2
1977Wombling Free MovieWomble Voices (voice)9.7
1977The Sky Above... The Earth Below MovieNarrator
1977The Sound of Laughter TVPeter Barnes
1977A Sharp Intake of Breath TVPeter Barnes7.2
1976Lucky Feller TVBernard 'Shorty' Mepstead7.2
1976Open All Hours TVGranville7.9
1975Royal Flash MovieMayor5.9
1974The Top Secret Life of Edgar Briggs TVEdgar Briggs7.5
1974Porridge TVBlanco8.2
1974Doctor at Sea TVManuel Sanchez4.0
1973Seven of One TVGranville7.3
1973White Cargo MovieAlbert Toddey5.9
1972His Lordship Entertains TVDithers - the gardener6.7
1972Under Milk Wood MovieNogood Boyo6.1
1971Doctor at Large TVMr Bligh5.0
1971The Odd Job MovieClive
1971Six Dates with Barker TVClive7.4
1970Two D's And A Dog TVDingle
1970Using the Telephone MovieUnknown character
1969Randall and Hopkirk (Deceased) TVAbel7.0
1969Counterstrike TVTaffy Sadler7.0
1969Doctor in the House TVMr Drobnic5.0
1969Hark at Barker TVDithers6.5
1969Hark at Barker TVPiano Player6.5
1967Do Not Adjust Your Set TVVarious Characters7.8
1966Softly, Softly TVSmith7.5
1964Crossroads TVBernie Kilroy5.5
1962Hugh and I TVActor6.3
1961Comedy Playhouse TVQuentin6.0

Crew (13)

YearTitleRoleRating
2014Still Open All Hours TVExecutive Producer · Production6.0
2011The Royal Bodyguard TVExecutive Producer · Production3.9
2010Come Rain Come Shine MovieExecutive Producer · Production5.0
2008The Colour of Magic TVExecutive Producer · Production6.8
2006Ghostboat MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.4
Show 8 more credits
YearTitleRoleRating
2005Diamond Geezer TVExecutive Producer · Production8.5
2004The Final Quest MovieDirector · Directing6.5
2004The Second Quest MovieDirector · Directing4.0
2002The Quest MovieDirector · Directing9.0
2002The Quest MovieCreator · Crew9.0
2001Micawber TVExecutive Producer · Production3.3
1998March in Windy City MovieExecutive Producer · Production9.0
1992A Touch of Frost TVExecutive Producer · Production7.6

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Questions about David Jason

What are David Jason's most famous roles?

David Jason is best known for his iconic role as Del Boy in 'Only Fools and Horses' and as Detective Inspector Jack Frost in 'A Touch of Frost,' both of which have become cultural landmarks in British television.

Has David Jason won any awards?

Yes, David Jason has received numerous awards, including BAFTAs and a National Television Award, recognizing his outstanding contributions to television and film throughout his career.

What was David Jason's first film?

David Jason's first credited film role was in 'The Plank' (1967), a silent comedy where he played a supporting character, marking the beginning of his film career.

What are some of David Jason's successful films?

In addition to his television successes, David Jason has appeared in films such as 'The Last of the Blonde Bombshells' (2000) and 'The Spy Who Came in from the Cold' (1965), showcasing his range as an actor.

What is David Jason's personal life like?

David Jason has been married to Gillie Godfrey since 2005 and has two children. He maintains a relatively private personal life while being a beloved figure in British entertainment.

What is David Jason's estimated net worth?

David Jason's estimated net worth is around $10 million, reflecting his successful career in acting and his contributions to television and film.

What are some milestones in David Jason's filmography?

Key milestones in David Jason's filmography include his breakout role in 'Only Fools and Horses' and his portrayal of Jack Frost in 'A Touch of Frost,' which solidified his status as a leading actor.

Is David Jason involved in any charitable activities?

Yes, David Jason is known for his charitable work and has supported various causes, including children's charities and organizations focused on the arts and education.