Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthdate
1920-06-12
Day of Death
2000-04-10
Place of Birth
Wem, Shropshire, England, UK
Peter Jones
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.
Filmography (57)
Adventures in Space and Time
1999
Milk
1999
Waiting
1995
Tender Loving Care
1993
The Making of 'The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy'
1993
The Children of Dynmouth
1987
Chariots of Fire
1981
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
1981
Carry On England
1976
Seven Nights in Japan
1976
The Return of the Pink Panther
1975
Confessions of a Pop Performer
1975
The Mansion of Madness
1973
Hot Millions
1968
