The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy(1981)
“Don't Panic!”
Overview
An Earth Man and his alien friend escape an exploding Earth, and set forth on an odd adventure across the universe with a known fugitive.
Director
Alan J.W. Bell
Studio
BBC
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
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1981
Runtime
3h 19m
Language
English
Rating
7.2 / 10
Production Companies
BBC
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy (1981).
What is The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy about?▼
An Earth Man and his alien friend escape an exploding Earth, and set forth on an odd adventure across the universe with a known fugitive.
Who directed The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy?▼
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy was directed by Alan J.W. Bell and released in 1981. It is a adventure, comedy, science fiction film.
How long is The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy?▼
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy has a runtime of 3 hours and 19 minutes (199 minutes total).
Who stars in The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy?▼
The cast of The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy includes 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 and more.
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