Actor

Peter Jones

1944–present1920–2000ComedyDramaCrimeThriller

Comic Visionary

Also directed 1 film ↗Also wrote 1 screenplay ↗

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Known For

57 acting credits

Chariots of Fire

1981

Chariots of Fire

as Psychiatrist

The Return of the Pink Panther

as Psychiatrist

1975

The Return of the Pink Panther

Filmography

1999MilkHarry4.0 1999Adventures in Space and TimeNarrator9.0 1995WaitingDr Roger Capstick 1993Tender Loving CareMr Davies 1993The Making of 'The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy'Self / Narrator10.0 1987The Children of DynmouthMr. Dass5.5

About

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.

As Director

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1996Jean Harlow: Platinum Bombshell

As Screenwriter

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1996Jean Harlow: Platinum Bombshell

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