The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy(1981)
Don't Panic!
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy Synopsis
Don't Panic! The story of Arthur Dent, an average Englishman whose 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).
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy (1981) is a adventure, comedy and science fiction film directed by Alan J.W. Bell, released on February 9, 1981 with a runtime of 3h 19m. It stars Peter Jones, Simon Jones, David Dixon and Sandra Dickinson. Viewers rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 160 ratings.
- Director:
- Alan J.W. Bell
- Writers:
- Douglas Adams
- Composer:
- Paddy Kingsland
- Production:
- BBC
- Status:
- Released
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy (1981) Trailer
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The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy Cast & Crew
Main cast
Peter Jones
as The Book
Simon Jones
as Arthur Dent
David Dixon
as Ford Prefect
Sandra Dickinson
as Trillian
Mark Wing-Davey
as Zaphod Beeblbrox
Stephen Moore
as Marvin
Richard Vernon
as Slartibartfast
Colin Jeavons
as Max Quordlepleen
Peter Davison
as Dish of the Day
David Prowse
as Bodyguard
Valentine Dyall
as Deep Thought (voice)
Douglas Adams
as Man in Ocean
Key crew
Directed by Alan J.W. Bell, written by Douglas Adams.
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The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.3/10 from 160 ratings.
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The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy online?
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Who stars in The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy?
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The main cast of The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy (1981) includes Peter Jones, Simon Jones, David Dixon, Sandra Dickinson and Mark Wing-Davey. The film was directed by Alan J.W. Bell. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy released?
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The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy was released on February 9, 1981 and runs for 3h 19m.
Is The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy worth watching?
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The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy (1981) holds an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 160 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy adventure, comedy and science fiction films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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