The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy(2005)
“Don't leave Earth without it.”
Overview
Mere seconds before the Earth is to be demolished by an alien construction crew, Arthur Dent is swept off the planet by his friend Ford Prefect, a researcher penning a new edition of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy."
Director
Garth Jennings
Studio
Spyglass Entertainment
Budget
$50M
Revenue
$105M
Cast
Martin Freeman
as Arthur Dent
Yasiin Bey
as Ford Prefect
Zooey Deschanel
as Trillian
Sam Rockwell
as Zaphod Beeblebrox
Alan Rickman
as Marvin (voice)
Anna Chancellor
as Questular Rontok
Bill Nighy
as Slartibartfast
Richard Griffiths
as Jeltz (voice)
John Malkovich
as Humma Kavula
Helen Mirren
as Deep Thought (voice)
Thomas Lennon
as Eddie the Computer (voice)
Stephen Fry
as Narrator / The Guide (voice)
Where to Watch
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Availability may vary by region. Some links are affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Movie Facts
Release Year
2005
Runtime
1h 49m
Language
English
Rating
6.7 / 10
Budget
$50M
Box Office
$105M
Production Companies
Spyglass Entertainment • Everyman Pictures • Hammer & Tongs
You Might Also Like
Adventure / Sci-Fi
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets
2017
Sci-Fi / Action
Star Trek
2009
Adventure / Action
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
2019
Adventure / Sci-Fi
The Adam Project
2022
Action / Adventure
Star Trek Into Darkness
2013
Action / Sci-Fi
Oblivion
2013
Adventure / Action
Star Wars: The Force Awakens
2015
Action / Sci-Fi
Babylon 5: Thirdspace
1998
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005).
What is The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy about?▼
Mere seconds before the Earth is to be demolished by an alien construction crew, Arthur Dent is swept off the planet by his friend Ford Prefect, a researcher penning a new edition of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy."
Who directed The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?▼
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy was directed by Garth Jennings and released in 2005. It is a adventure, comedy, science fiction film.
How long is The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?▼
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).
Who stars in The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?▼
The cast of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy includes Martin Freeman as Arthur Dent, Yasiin Bey as Ford Prefect, Zooey Deschanel as Trillian, Sam Rockwell as Zaphod Beeblebrox, Alan Rickman as Marvin (voice) and more.
Explore More by Genre
Need a recommendation?
Tell us your mood and we'll pick the perfect movie for you.