
Actor · 40 credits
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.

Midsomer Murders
1997
Bunny Dawlish

The Upper Hand
1990
Mr. Baker

Screen Two
1985
Mr. Dass

The Agatha Christie Hour
1982
George Packington

Whoops Apocalypse
1982
Kevin Pork

Minder
1979
Henry

Carry On England
1976
Brigadier

Seven Nights in Japan
1976
Capt. Balcon

Rumpole of the Bailey
1975
Major Johnnie Pageant

The Return of the Pink Panther
1975
Psychiatrist

Confessions of a Pop Performer
1975
Maxy Naus

Zodiac
1974
General Weston

Man About the House
1973
Mr Morris

The Goodies
1970
Minister for Sports

From a Bird's Eye View
1970
Clive Beauchamp

Hot Millions
1968
Prison Governor

Carry On Doctor
1967
Chaplain

A Stitch in Time
1963
Captain Russell

Man of the World
1962
The Minister

Nearly a Nasty Accident
1961
Flight Lt. Winters

The Avengers
1961
Doyle

The Bulldog Breed
1960
Diving Instructor

Blue Murder at St. Trinian's
1957
Prestwick

Private's Progress
1956
Arthur Egan

A Day to Remember
1953
Percy Goodall

Angels One Five
1952
Sentry

The Magic Box
1952
Industry Man

The Browning Version
1951
Carstairs

Last Holiday
1950
Travel Agent

Vice Versa
1948
Chawner

Dead of Night
1945
Fred, Barman (Segment "Golfing Story") (Uncredited)

Fanny by Gaslight
1944
Young Client at 'The Shades' (uncredited)