I first listened to the BBC radio broadcast and loved it. Later I read all the books in the series and became a fan for life.This series follows the books and radio broadcast almost word for word but as someone pointed out earlier, like most books, your own imagination makes it better, provided you have one. I must say though, being a long time fan, a friend bought me this series on two VHS cassettes which included a paper back copy of the 1st book and have to say, I did enjoy it.The movie that was made in 2005 was a huge disappointment so if you want to watch it, instead of reading or listening to it. I definitely recommend this series.

the hitchikers guide to the galaxy is the ultimate British comedy. I am obsessed with it,the most interesting thing about it (aside from Douglas Adams genius) is that through all the different media, a slightly different story is told, so you can listen to the original audio recordings, and then read the book, recognising the bits that you love, but still getting new laughs. The TV series was another opportunity to evolve the story, though i would say it was the least changed overall. Arthur dent is exactly the way he should be, and i thought that nobody else would suitably replace him in the new film, but actually hes good in that too. I found ford to be slightly less... something than i expected, though i didn't like him in the film either, and i can't really put my finger o why in either case, but it did not interrupt my enjoyment, and distract me the whole time, like it does in other things.the special effects, and costumes etc. are primitive, and obviously done on a budget, but i find this great fun, the restaurant at the end of the universe set was carried off perfectly.overall, basically i love the hitchikers guide to the galaxy, and am thankful for any opportunity to get a new light on the story, anyone who hasn't known ANY of the versions is sorely missing out.

This is great... I'ts a bit low budget. But thats great!... I don't know if like the old ford best or the new one... They're both great. The only reason i didn't give this series full stars, is that the last episode made me a little sad... however, this peace is very old and actually follows the book very good. I love old movie styles! they don't use as much computer as now. Zaphod Beeblebrox's 2nd head is very very poor made... He is a genetic engineering between a man and a puppet! but i think it gives you some kind of nostalgic comfort. a lot of the old movies use puppets... and i intend to get them all!! I really liked this series and I think Ill go watching it again now...

It is a common mistake to compare the mini series to the books, I must point out. The books, too, were really good and artfully written. However, they were not the original version of Douglas Adam's story. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy was originally a radio show. The TV mini-series, while appearing cheesy and low-budget, is actually a great joy to fans, because the actors, script, and even most of the sound effects are exactly the same as the original radio show. Hence some of the odd appearance to things, hence Trillian's hair being a different color than the book said... but whatever. Regardless of your favorite medium of the story, it is a great one. Here's to hoping that the 2005 movie will be as good...