PETER JONES - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 08/08/1984 - HFSID 38049

PETER JONES
A letter from Jones discussing the recent obtaining of his series, Mr. Big, by Columbia Pictures for a possible American version
Autograph letter signed: "Peter Jones", in black ink, 1 page, 8¼x11¾. August 8, 1984. Accompanied by original mailing envelope. In part: "Dear Mr. Axelrod, I've always enjoyed acting in shows I have written myself. "Mr. Big" was a series I made for the BBC and it has recently been obtained my Columbia Pictures (Television) who, I believe, are planning an American version". British actor and comedian Peter Jones (1920-2000) co-starred with Peter Ustinov in In All Directions (1952-1955), improvised comedy from a car as they search for a street location in London. He was also heard on the Lord Peter Wimsey radio series, and as a panelist for 29 years on Just a Minute. He narrated the radio edition of Douglas Adams's A Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy and its sequel, and also TV documentaries. Known to TV audiences as Mr. Fenner on The Rag Trade, he made guest appearances on many shows, from Rumpole of the Bailey to The Avengers. His feature films included Private's Progress (1956), School for Scoundrels (1960), Just Like a Woman (1967), Return of the Pink Panther (1975) and Chariots of Fire (1981). A talented screenwriter, he wrote and starred in the sitcom Mr. Big and J. Kingston Platt's Showbiz Handbook. Corners slightly worn and creased. Light surface creases. Otherwise, fine condition.