Henry Jones Jr., commonly known as Indiana Jones, is a fictional character created by George Lucas and portrayed by Harrison Ford. He is an adventurous archaeologist and professor, known for his iconic fedora and whip. The character first appeared in the film Raiders of the Lost Ark in 1981 and has since become a cultural icon. Indiana Jones is renowned for his quest to find ancient artifacts and his battles against various villains, including Nazis and supernatural forces. The character has starred in several films, including The Last Crusade and Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, and has also appeared in television series and video games.