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Peter Jones

Acting · Born June 12, 1920 · Wem, Shropshire, England, UK

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.

Movies with Peter Jones

• Chariots of Fire (1981)
• The Return of the Pink Panther (1975) — Psychiatrist
• Dead of Night (1945) — Fred, Barman (Segment "Golfing Story") (Uncredited)
• The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy (1981) — The Book
• Vice Versa (1948) — Chawner
• Hot Millions (1968) — Prison Governor
• A Stitch in Time (1963) — Captain Russell
• For Better, for Worse (1954) — Car Dealer
• A Day to Remember (1953) — Percy Goodall
• Carry On Doctor (1967) — Chaplain
• Last Holiday (1950) — Travel Agent
• Forbidden (1949) — Pete

TV shows with Peter Jones

• The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (1981) — The Book
• From a Bird's Eye View (1970) — Clive Beauchamp
• Q... (1969)
• ITV Christmas Comedy (1983)
• The Rag Trade (1977)