Peter Jones
Born June 12, 1920 (Age: 105)
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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 memorable for fans of the series.
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.
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Filmography
Waiting
1995
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as Dr Roger Capstick
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Age: 75
The Making of 'The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy'
1993
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as Self / Narrator
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Age: 72
Chariots of Fire
1981
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as
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Age: 60
The Return of the Pink Panther
1975
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as Psychiatrist
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Age: 54
Romanoff and Juliet
1961
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as Otto
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Age: 40
Operation Bullshine
1959
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as Gunner Perkins
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Age: 39
Danger Within
1959
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as Capt. Alfred Piker
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Age: 38
On Such a Night
1956
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as Second Gentleman
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Age: 35
John and Julie
1955
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as Jeremy
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Age: 35