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Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ truths for Arthur and Zaphod, but not before disappointment from the ruler of the universe. With Peter Jones. From 1980.

Arthur and Zaphod learn some unpalatable home truths, but not before disappointment from the ruler of the universe.

Douglas Adams' sci-fi comedy following the misadventures of hapless human Arthur Dent.

The Book …. Peter Jones
Arthur Dent …. Simon Jones
Ford Prefect …. Geoffrey McGivern
Zaphod Beeblebrox …. Mark Wing-Davey
Eddie …. David Tate
Marvin …. Stephen Moore
Lintilla …. Rula Lenska
Zarniwoop …. Jonathan Pryce

Radiophonic sound and music by Paddy Kingsland.

Producer: Geoffrey Perkins

First broadcast on Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 in January 1980.

30 minutes

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