The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
“Don't Panic!”
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.
Where to watch The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy in United States
Can I watch The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy in United States? Yes — you can stream The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy in United States on Kanopy.
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About The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy is a 1981 English-language adventure, comedy and science fiction film directed by Alan J.W. Bell. The cast is led by Peter Jones, Simon Jones, David Dixon. It has a runtime of 3h 19m. Viewers rate it 7.3/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kanopy.
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy was produced by BBC and made in United Kingdom. It was released on February 9, 1981.
- Director
- Alan J.W. Bell
- Writers
- Douglas Adams
- Release date
- February 9, 1981
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Production
- BBC
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy cast & crew
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy was directed by Alan J.W. Bell and written by Douglas Adams.
The cast features 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 Stephen Moore as Marvin.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Paddy Kingsland.
Is The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy worth watching?
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy holds an audience score of 7.3/10 from 160 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed adventure films.
At 3h 19m, it's a full-evening commitment.
If you enjoy adventure, comedy, and science fiction, The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
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Cast of The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
Peter Jones
The Book
Simon Jones
Arthur Dent
David Dixon
Ford Prefect
Sandra Dickinson
Trillian
Mark Wing-Davey
Zaphod Beeblbrox
Stephen Moore
Marvin
Richard Vernon
Slartibartfast
Colin Jeavons
Max Quordlepleen
Peter Davison
Dish of the Day
David Prowse
Bodyguard
Valentine Dyall
Deep Thought (voice)
Douglas Adams
Man in Ocean
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy in United States?
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy is streaming on Kanopy in United States.
▸Is The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy on Kanopy?
Yes — The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy is currently available on Kanopy in United States.
▸What language is The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy in?
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy?
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy runs 3 hours 19 minutes (199 minutes).
▸What is The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy rated?
It holds a 7.3/10 audience score from 160 ratings.
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