Peter Jones
Filmography

Peter Jones

ActorBorn Jun 12, 1920Wem, Shropshire, England, UK77 titles

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.

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Midsomer Murders
Midsomer Murders
1997 · 7.5
Bunny Dawlish
The Avengers
The Avengers
1961 · 7.8
Doyle
Minder
Minder
1979 · 7.2
Henry
Screen Two
Screen Two
1985 · 7.1
Mr. Dass
Rumpole of the Bailey
Rumpole of the Bailey
1975 · 7.1
Major Johnnie Pageant
The Goodies
The Goodies
1970 · 7.6
Minister for Sports
The Upper Hand
The Upper Hand
1990 · 7.2
Mr. Baker
The Agatha Christie Hour
The Agatha Christie Hour
1982 · 6.8
George Packington
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
1981 · 8.1
The Book
Chariots of Fire
Chariots of Fire
1981 · 6.8
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