Peter Jones
Peter Geoffrey Francis Jones (12 June 1920 - 10 April 2000) was a distinguished British actor and radio personality known for his distinctive voice and narration. He gained recognition for his role as The Book in "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," providing the voice of the eponymous guidebook in both the radio series and subsequent adaptations. Jones's soothing and authoritative voice lent a unique charm to the character, guiding audiences through the whimsical and absurd universe created by Douglas Adams. His contributions to the series as the voice of The Book became iconic and memorable for fans of the series.
Filmography (85 titles)
9.0MovieAdventures in Space and Time
Narrator · 1999
4.0MovieMilk
Harry · 1999
Titch
Self - Narrator · 1997
7.5ShowMidsomer Murders
Bunny Dawlish · 1997
MovieWaiting
Dr Roger Capstick · 1995
MovieTender Loving Care
Mr Davies · 1993
10.0MovieThe Making of 'The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy'
Self / Narrator · 1993
7.2ShowThe Upper Hand
Mr. Baker · 1990
5.5MovieThe Children of Dynmouth
Mr. Dass · 1987
7.1ShowScreen Two
Mr. Dass · 1985
I Thought You'd Gone
1984
Weekend Playhouse
Arthur Saunders · 1984
Saturday Review
The Book (voice) · 1984
ShowITV Christmas Comedy
1983
6.8ShowThe Agatha Christie Hour
George Packington · 1982
6.9ShowWhoops Apocalypse
Kevin Pork · 1982
6.8MovieChariots of Fire
1981
7.2MovieThe Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
The Book · 1981
8.0ShowThe Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
The Book · 1981
7.2ShowMinder
Henry · 1979
7.0ShowThe Rag Trade
1977
4.5MovieCarry On England
Brigadier · 1976
6.6MovieSeven Nights in Japan
Capt. Balcon · 1976
Star Turn
1976
One-Upmanship
Gatling-Fenn · 1976
7.1ShowRumpole of the Bailey
Major Johnnie Pageant · 1975
6.8MovieThe Return of the Pink Panther
Psychiatrist · 1975
4.5MovieConfessions of a Pop Performer
Maxy Naus · 1975
5.0ShowZodiac
General Weston · 1974
7.1ShowMan About the House
Mr Morris · 1973