Peter Jones

Known for ActingBorn 1920-06-12Died 2000-04-10Wem, 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.Read more

Movies & web series

The Making of 'The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy'

On Such a Night

The Good Beginning

Adventures in Space and Time

Titch

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

Miss Robin Hood

Time, Gentlemen, Please!

Midsomer Murders

One-Upmanship

The Avengers

The Goodies

The Browning Version

The Upper Hand

The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy

Screen Two

A Stitch in Time

A Day to Remember

Q...

Minder

Man About the House

Albert R.N.

Man of the World

The Rag Trade

The Franchise Affair

Rumpole of the Bailey

Whoops Apocalypse

Vice Versa

Beggar My Neighbour

Last Holiday

Dead of Night

Nearly a Nasty Accident

Forbidden

Chariots of Fire

School for Scoundrels

The Agatha Christie Hour

The Return of the Pink Panther

Sharon Tate: Murdered Innocence

Seven Nights in Japan

Blue Murder at St. Trinian's

Hot Millions

The Long Memory

Private's Progress

Carry On Doctor

The Sandwich Man

Never Let Go

Chance of a Lifetime

The Magic Box