Peter Jones
Known For
Acting
Born
1920-06-12 in Wem, Shropshire, England, UK
Died
2000-04-10
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.
Most Known For
Midsomer Murders
as Bunny Dawlish
The Avengers
as Doyle
Minder
as Henry
Rumpole of the Bailey
as Major Johnnie Pageant
Screen Two
as Mr. Dass
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
as The Book
Hot Millions
as Prison Governor
The Upper Hand
as Mr. Baker
The Goodies
as Minister for Sports
Forbidden
as Pete
The Agatha Christie Hour
Vice Versa
as Chawner
Man About the House
as Mr Morris
The Return of the Pink Panther
as Psychiatrist
From a Bird's Eye View
as Clive Beauchamp
Man of the World
as The Minister
Fanny by Gaslight
as Young Client at 'The Shades' (uncredited)
Chariots of Fire
Saturday Review
as The Book (voice)
