Peter Jones
Acting
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.
Born: June 12, 1920
Place of Birth: Wem, Shropshire, England, UK
Known For
Filmography
as Narrator
as Harry
as Bunny Dawlish
as Dr Roger Capstick
as Mr Davies
as Self / Narrator
as Mr. Baker
as Mr. Dass
as Kevin Pork
as The Book
as The Book
as Henry
as Brigadier
as Capt. Balcon
as Major Johnnie Pageant
as Psychiatrist
as Maxy Naus
as General Weston
as Mr Morris
as Minister for Sports
as Clive Beauchamp
as Prison Governor
as Dominic
as Chaplain
as Saul Alexander
as Robin Willobey
as Escapologist
as Charles II
as Captain Russell
as The Minister
as Otto
as Flight Lt. Winters
as Doyle
as Diving Instructor
as Alec Berger
as Dudley
as Gunner Perkins
as Capt. Alfred Piker
as Prestwick
as Arthur Egan
as Second Gentleman
as Jeremy
as The Car Dealer
as Schoolie
as Percy Goodall
as Furrier
as Langton
as Spiv
as Fisher
as Cyril Lidstone
as Bill
as Lionel Batts
as Sentry
as Industry Man
as Announcer at Music Club (uncredited)
as Lips Leonard
as Carstairs
as Bernard Chadwick
as Ship Lieutenant
as Travel Agent
as Xenobian
as Michael-child
as Pete
as Chawner
as Soldier in Pub (uncredited)
as Fred, Barman (Segment "Golfing Story") (Uncredited)
as Young Client at 'The Shades' (uncredited)