Carl Banas
Known for Acting · 27 credits
- Born
- 1929-01-23 (age 97)
- Place of birth
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Biography
Carl Banas, born on January 23, 1929 in Toronto, is a retired radio personality and actor. He is well-known for his voice roles in popular shows like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Rocket Robin Hood, and The Raccoons: Let’s Dance!
Apart from his voice acting career, Carl Banas also appeared on television as a police detective named Byron James in the series Wojeck. He lent his voice to various TV series and features, showcasing his talent and versatility.
In addition to his on-screen work, Banas was a beloved radio personality on different Toronto radio stations. His deep voice, smooth manner, and captivating stories about Toronto made him a favorite among listeners.
Banas also made his mark in the world of commercials and cartoons, recording voices for numerous TV advertisements and animated shows. Interestingly, he is one of the three surviving cast members from Spider-Man, along with Paul Soles (Spider-Man) and Alfie Scopp (Stan Patterson). All three of them also lent their voices to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, with Banas portraying the head elf among other characters.
Known For
Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre
1963
as Byron James
Spider-Man
1967
as Scorpion (voice) (uncredited)
The Raccoons
1985
as Schaeffer (voice)
Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater
1987
Tales of the Wizard of Oz
1961
as Wizard of Oz (voice)
The King Kong Show
1966
as Professor Bond (voice)
TV Shows (10)
Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre
1963
as Byron James
Spider-Man
1967
as Scorpion (voice) (uncredited)
The Raccoons
1985
as Schaeffer (voice)
Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater
1987
Tales of the Wizard of Oz
1961
as Wizard of Oz (voice)
The King Kong Show
1966
as Professor Bond (voice)
Wojeck
1966
as Byron James
The Smokey Bear Show
1969
as Hiram / Mayor Owl (voice)
Rocket Robin Hood
1966
as Titanor / Dr. Manta (voice)
Dumb Bunnies
1998
as Grampa Uppity (voice)
Movies (17)
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
1964
as Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess
1987
The Raccoons on Ice
1981
as Schaeffer (voice)
The Trolls and the Christmas Express
1981
as Other Voices (voice)
Return to Oz
1964
as Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
The Raccoons and the Lost Star
1983
as Schaeffer (voice)
Hello Kitty Goes to the Movies
1987
Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince
1971
as Sweetums (voice)
Jack O'Lantern
1972
as (voice)
The Christmas Raccoons
1980
as Schaeffer (voice)
A Christmas Tree
1972
Hello Kitty Saves the Day
1987
The Little Brown Burro
1978
as Other Voices (voice)
Festival of Family Classics: Alice in Wonderland
1973
as Caterpillar / King of Hearts / Seven of Spades (voice)
The Raccoons: Let's Dance!
1984
as Schaeffer (voice)
Hello Kitty Tells Fairytales
2004
Super Joe
1971
About Carl Banas
Carl Banas, born on January 23, 1929 in Toronto, is a retired radio personality and actor. He is well-known for his voice roles in popular shows like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Rocket Robin Hood, and The Raccoons: Let’s Dance! Apart from his voice acting career, Carl Banas also appeared on television as a police detective named Byron James in the series Wojeck. He lent his voice to various TV series and features, showcasing his talent and versatility. In addition to his on-screen work, Banas was a beloved radio personality on different To… With 27 credits spanning from 1961 to 2004, Carl Banas has appeared in 17 films and 10 TV shows.
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Most Popular Carl Banas Movies
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964) — as Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
- Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess (1987)
- The Raccoons on Ice (1981) — as Schaeffer (voice)
- The Trolls and the Christmas Express (1981) — as Other Voices (voice)
- Return to Oz (1964) — as Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
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