Peter Jones
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as Psychiatrist The Return of the Pink Panther 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.
Filmography
The Return of the Pink Panther
as Psychiatrist
Dead of Night
as Fred, Barman (Segment "Golfing Story") (Uncredited)
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
as The Book
The Browning Version
as Carstairs
Carry On Doctor
as Chaplain
School for Scoundrels
as Dudley
Last Holiday
as Travel Agent
Carry On England
as Brigadier
A Stitch in Time
as Captain Russell
Angels One Five
as Sentry
Never Let Go
as Alec Berger
Blue Murder at St. Trinian's
as Prestwick
Hot Millions
as Prison Governor
Private's Progress
as Arthur Egan
I See a Dark Stranger
as Soldier in Pub (uncredited)
Confessions of a Pop Performer
as Maxy Naus
The Magic Box
as Industry Man
The Long Memory
as Fisher