Peter Jones

Peter Jones

1920-06-12 – 2000-04-10 (age 79) Wem, Shropshire, England, UK
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Biography

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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Known For

Chariots of Fire
The Return of the Pink Panther
The Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon

1949

as Michael-child

Dead of Night
Dead of Night

1945

as Fred, Barman (Segment "Golfing Story") (Uncredited)

Last Holiday
Last Holiday

1950

as Travel Agent

John and Julie
John and Julie

1955

as Jeremy

Danger Within
Danger Within

1959

as Capt. Alfred Piker

The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
Carry On England
Carry On England

1976

as Brigadier

Hot Millions
Hot Millions

1968

as Prison Governor

Vice Versa
Vice Versa

1948

as Chawner

Blue Murder at St. Trinian's
Confessions of a Pop Performer
The Magic Box
The Magic Box

1952

as Industry Man

A Stitch in Time
A Stitch in Time

1963

as Captain Russell

Carry On Doctor
Carry On Doctor

1967

as Chaplain

Albert R.N.
Albert R.N.

1953

as Schoolie

Cairo Road
Cairo Road

1950

as Ship Lieutenant

School for Scoundrels