The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: The Primary Phase (Dramatized)

De: Douglas Adams

Narrado por: Peter Jones, Simon Jones, Geoffrey McGivern, Mark Wing-Davey, Susan Sheridan, Stephen Moore, full cast

A dynamic remastering of the original BBC Radio 4 full-cast serial - Fit the First to Fit the Sixth - which spawned a phenomenal hitchhiking legend.

The original series of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, remastered by Dirk Maggs (director of the Tertiary, Quandary and Quintessential Phases) to give a full, vibrant sound, now with Philip Pope’s version of the familiar theme tune and specially re-recorded announcements by John Marsh.

Join Arthur Dent, Ford Prefect, Trillian, Zaphod Beeblebrox and Marvin the Paranoid Android in their first series of adventures as they witness the destruction of Earth to make way for a hyperspace bypass, stumble upon the ancient planet of Magrathea, dine at the Restaurant at the End of the Universe and seek an answer to the Ultimate Question of Life, the Universe and everything.

Peter Jones, Simon Jones, Geoffrey McGivern, Mark Wing-Davey, Susan Sheridan, Stephen Moore and a full supporting cast star in these BBC Radio 4 episodes.

A special 55-minute bonus programme, Douglas Adams's Guide to the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, explores the genesis of the radio series and its incredible success, with contributions from the original cast and production team.

Audio files were replaced in April 2021.

©2008 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2008 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

A radio show

This is what you would call, a relican good time! If you enjoy Douglas Adams you will enjoy this. The theatrical performance aspects are wonderful, but sometimes the sound effects overwhelm the dialogue.

Still, a great lesson.
This recording includes added features. They describe how this got made and include interviews with Douglas Adams, himself. Priceless!

Epic and funny

This tells an epic take with more than the usual wry bit if British humor, however, don't panic! Americans can enjoy it too.

a truly out of this world listening experience!

if you want to get someone to love radio, THIS is what you get them to listen.

A Beloved Classic

I first heard H2G2 over 35 years ago and hearing it again was like spending time with a cherished old friend. Still the definitive version if you ask me.

My only complaint would be that all six episodes are lumped together under one "audio chapter" if it were rather than split up under six.

It's the series... BEFORE the series!

I have been DYING to hear the original Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy for the LONGEST time, as I am a HUGE fan of the TV miniseries... I was NOT disappointed in the slightest! :) If you are a fan of Sci-Fi and have a 'funny bone', CHECK THIS OUT! :D

DOWN RIGHT BRITSH: HAVING FUN BOOK

If you could sum up The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy in three words, what would they be?

The left side of the brain thinking, outrageous and fun stories. Kind of Monty Python fun

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?

42....and recreation of Earth....and of course the Guide book itself to help explain EVERYTHING ELSE...enjoy and have a good laugh

Any additional comments?

All of sequels are just AS ENJOYABLE

finally someone writes how I imagine

a gripping intelligent adventure that makes no apologies for its science theory based high level indulgences. thank you Douglas for engaging me whole-y

Just what the robot ordered

The radio plays are northeastern as the books, bust just as funny. Done as the original radio scripts that started it all.

A Giant of British Science Fiction .

Douglas Adams has become immortal with this telling of a man's journey through existence unwittingly searching for truth. Narration done effectively in language that commands attention for a ride into reality.

not technically a book but...

I wish dramatized radio shows would make a comeback. This is one of the best of all time.