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 Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, providing the voice of the eponymous guidebook in both the radio series and subsequent adaptations. Joness 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.
Flight Lt. Winters
Film 1961
Chaplain
Film 1967
Brigadier
Film 1976
Dudley
Film 1960
The Book
Film 1981
Robin Willobey (photographer)
Film 1966
Carstairs
Film 1951
Pete
Film 1949
Lips Leonard
Film 1951
Bill
Film 1952
Film 1973
Cyril Lidstone
Film 1952
Jeremy
Film 1955
Ship Lieutenant
Film 1950
Fisher
Film 1953
Spiv
Film 1953
Alec Berger
Film 1960
Otto
Film 1961
Michael-child
Film 1949
Bernard Chadwick
Film 1951
Sentry
Film 1952
Saul Alexander
Film 1967
Mr Davies
Film 1993
Harry
Film 1999
Maxy Naus
Film 1975
The Car Dealer
Film 1954
Gunner Perkins
Film 1959
Dominic
Film 1967
Psychiatrist
Film 1975
Film 1981
Furrier
Film 1953
Travel Agent
Film 1950
Schoolie
Film 1953
Second Gentleman
Film 1956
Lionel Batts
Film 1952
Narrator
Film 1999
Mr. Dass
Film 1987
Prestwick
Film 1957
Charles II
Film 1964
Soldier in Pub (uncredited)
Film 1946
Capt. Alfred Piker
Film 1959
Fred, Barman (Segment "Golfing Story") (Uncredited)
Film 1945
Young Client at 'The Shades' (uncredited)
Film 1944
Chawner
Film 1948
Bunny Dawlish
Tv 1997
The Book
Tv 1981
Tv 1969
Doyle
Tv 1961
Tv 1982
Tv 1967
Tv 1970
Tv 1975
Tv 1969
Tv 1971
Tv 1966
Tv 1976
Tv 1984
Tv 1982
Tv 1976
Tv 1951
Tv 1977
The Book (voice)
Tv 1984
Tv 1983
Henry
Tv 1979
Mr. Baker
Tv 1990
Minister for Sports
Tv 1970