While still retaining much of its intelligence and outrageous humor in the journey from book to radio to TV, many of the set pieces are overdone when seen, as opposed to heard or read. I strongly suggest that you try to locate the CD's of the BBC radio production, done in the 80's. It is wonderfully funny, with topnotch British actors displaying great comic timing and acerbic wit. The only place I know of that you can buy it is in the UK. UK Amazon has it - but you'll have to have a friend hand-carry it to the States because of licensing issues. Still, the BBC radio version is just wonderful. Seeing Simon Jones in his bathrobe just isn't quite as funny as imagining it - especially in scenes like putting up with the Vogon Captain's horrid poetry.