Peter Jones
Acting Born: 1920-06-12 Wem, Shropshire, England, UK
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.
Movies
Last Holiday
Danger Within
High Treason
Operation Bullshine
Chariots of Fire
Cairo Road
The Blue Lagoon
The Magic Box
The Return of the Pink Panther
Forbidden
Carry On England
School for Scoundrels
Blue Murder at St. Trinian's
Dead of Night
Carry On Doctor
The Mansion of Madness
Hot Millions
Waiting
Angels One Five
The Browning Version
TV Shows
Midsomer Murders
Minder
The Avengers
Rumpole of the Bailey
Screen Two
The Upper Hand
The Goodies
The Agatha Christie Hour
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Saturday Review
Man About the House
Man of the World
From a Bird's Eye View
Zodiac
Whoops Apocalypse
Star Turn
The Rag Trade
Beggar My Neighbour
Mild And Bitter
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