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Peter Jones

1920–2000 · Actor

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.

Notable Noir Roles

Home to Danger

1951Dir. Terence Fisher · Lips Leonard

A young woman becomes a murder target after inheriting her estranged father's estate.

The Yellow Balloon

1953Dir. J. Lee Thompson · Spiv

A young boy is blackmailed by a crook who saw him unwittingly cause his friend's death.

Full Noir Filmography

2 films · 1951–1953