Peter Jones
Acting
Born June 12, 1920 · 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 memorab…
Known For · 40 titles
Midsomer Murders
The Avengers
Minder
Screen Two
Rumpole of the Bailey
The Upper Hand
The Goodies
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Man About the House
Man of the World
The Agatha Christie Hour
Saturday Review
Chariots of Fire
Star Turn
The Rag Trade
The Return of the Pink Panther
Vice Versa
From a Bird's Eye View
Beggar My Neighbour
Dead of Night
Zodiac
One-Upmanship
Treasure Island
Q...
Whoops Apocalypse
Hot Millions
Mr Digby, Darling
Weekend Playhouse
ITV Christmas Comedy
Fanny by Gaslight
The Browning Version
Last Holiday
Confessions of a Pop Performer
Titch
Carry On Doctor
Carry On England
Blue Murder at St. Trinian's
Danger Within
The Good Beginning
Kindly Leave The Kerb