Peter Jones
Acting
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.
Born: June 12, 1920
Place of Birth: Wem, Shropshire, England, UK
Known For
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Don't Panic! The story of Arthur Dent, an average Englishman who life was spared by his friend, who turned out to be an alien, while the planet Earth is destroyed. His friend tells him about the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, a guide with anything you ever needed, and wanted to know. They travel across the galaxy, meeting friendly, and not so friendly characters in order to find the great question (the answer being 42).
Time, Gentlemen, Please!
Because of its high productivity and "almost" 100 per cent employment, the town of Hayhoe, England is expecting a visit from the Prime Minister. The "almost" is because of Dan Dance (Eddie Byrne), an old rogue who would rather drink and philosophize than work. The Village Council are determined to have a perfect record so they connive to have the old man put into the alms-house which has been unoccupied for many years, where he must abide by rules laid down 400 years ago. A new Vicar arrives and discovers that, because of the circumstances created by the Council, Dan Dance is entitled to 6,000 pounds a year at the expense of the village.
Miss Robin Hood
In this delightful fantasy adventure, a mild-mannered writer of adventure stories for girls finds himself presented with an intriguing proposition from an elderly fan. She suggests that they conspire to steal a secret whiskey formula from ruthless distillers, who themselves stole it from her family in years gone by. With the recipe back in hand however, it's not long before they attract attention from the Inspectors of Scotland Yard.
The Avengers
A quirky spy show of the adventures of eccentrically suave British Agent John Steed and his predominantly female partners. Jonathan Steed - an urbane, proper gentleman spy - teams with various assistants throughout the series' run, including Dr. David Keel, Cathy Gale, Emma Peel and Tara King, to repeatedly save the world from diabolical schemes plotted by equally diabolical evil-doers (among them robots and man-eating monsters).
The Browning Version
Andrew Crocker-Harris has been forced from his position as the classics master at an English public school due to poor health. As he winds up his final term, he discovers not only that his wife, Millie, has been unfaithful to him with one of his fellow schoolmasters, but that the school's students and faculty have long disdained him. However, an unexpected act of kindness causes Crocker-Harris to re-evaluate his life's work.
Midsomer Murders
The peacefulness of the Midsomer community is shattered by violent crimes, suspects are placed under suspicion, and it is up to a veteran DCI and his young sergeant to calmly and diligently eliminate the innocent and ruthlessly pursue the guilty.
The Goodies
A British television comedy series of the 1970s and early 1980s, combining surreal sketches and situation comedy.
A Stitch in Time
An accident in the butchers shop leads Norman Pitkin and Mr Grimsdale to the hospital where, after causing the normal amount of chaos, Pitkin finds Lindy, a little girl who hasn't spoken or smiled since her parents were killed in an aeroplane accident. Pitkin decides to help.
Man of the World
Michael Strait is a world-renowned photographer whose assignments lead him into investigating mysterious goings-on amongst the rich and glamorous and intrigue from far-flung places as Iraq, French Indochina, and Algiers.
Dead of Night
An architect, visiting an English country house, realizes the other guests are familiar from his recurring nightmare. When they share their tales of the supernatural, he is filled with a growing dread.
Filmography
as Narrator
as Harry
as Bunny Dawlish
as Dr Roger Capstick
as Mr Davies
as Self / Narrator
as Mr. Baker
as Mr. Dass
as Mr. Dass
as Kevin Pork
as The Book
as The Book
as Henry
as Brigadier
as Capt. Balcon
as Major Johnnie Pageant
as Psychiatrist
as Maxy Naus
as General Weston
as Mr Morris
as Minister for Sports
as Clive Beauchamp
as Prison Governor
as Dominic
as Chaplain
as Saul Alexander
as Robin Willobey
as Escapologist
as Actor Playing Charles II
as Captain Russell
as The Minister
as Otto
as Flight Lt. Winters
as Doyle
as Diving Instructor
as Alec Berger
as Dudley
as Gunner Perkins
as Capt. Alfred Piker
as Prestwick
as Arthur Egan
as Second Gentleman
as Jeremy
as Car Dealer
as Schoolie
as Percy Goodall
as Furrier
as Langton
as Spiv
as Fisher
as Cyril Lidstone
as Bill
as Lionel Batts
as Sentry
as Industry Man
as Announcer at Music Club (uncredited)
as Lips Leonard
as Carstairs
as Bernard Chadwick
as Ship Lieutenant
as Travel Agent
as Xenobian
as Michael-child
as Pete
as Chawner
as Soldier in Pub (uncredited)
as Fred, Barman (Segment "Golfing Story") (Uncredited)
as Young Client at 'The Shades' (uncredited)