Kay E. Kuter
Known for Acting · 91 credits
- Born
- 1925-04-25
- Died
- 2003-11-12
- Place of birth
- Los Angeles, California, USA
- Also known as
- Kay Kuter · Jay E. Kuter · Kay Edwin Emmert Kuter
Biography
Kay E. Kuter was an American actor best known for his character roles in film and television. He was born on April 25, 1925, in Los Angeles, California. Kuter had a career that spanned several decades, and he appeared in numerous popular movies and TV shows.
Kuter's acting career began in the 1950s, and he made his film debut in the 1952 movie "Thunderbirds." Over the years, he appeared in various genres, including dramas, comedies, and westerns. Some of his notable film credits include "The Last Starfighter" (1984), "Warlock" (1989), "Six Days, Seven Nights" (1998), and "The Princess Diaries" (2001).
In addition to his work in films, Kuter was also a familiar face on television. He appeared in numerous TV shows throughout his career, often portraying supporting or character roles. Some of the notable TV series he appeared in include "Gunsmoke," "The Twilight Zone," "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," "MAS*H," and "Star Trek: The Next Generation." He also lent his voice to animated shows such as "TaleSpin" and "Justice League Unlimited."
One of Kuter's most memorable roles was that of the character "Reverend Buckshot" in the TV series "Green Acres" (1965-1971). His portrayal of the bumbling, absent-minded preacher became a fan favorite and remains one of his most iconic performances.
Sadly, Kay E. Kuter passed away on November 12, 2003, at the age of 78, in Burbank, California. Despite his departure, his contributions to the entertainment industry and his memorable performances continue to be appreciated by fans of film and television.
Known For
TV Shows (59)

The X-Files
1993
as Calusari #1

Seinfeld
1989
as Older Priest

Charmed
1998
as Keeper of the Fairy Tales

ER
1994
as Seaton

Frasier
1993
as WIno

Star Trek: The Next Generation
1987
as Cytherian

Perry Mason
1957
as Deputy

Bonanza
1959
as Mr. Finch

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
1993
as Sirah

Maverick
1957

Lassie
1954
as Sam

Baywatch
1989
as Henry

The Rifleman
1958

Quincy, M.E.
1976

Sabrina, the Teenage Witch
1996
as Father Christmas

Petticoat Junction
1963
as Newt Kiley

Matlock
1986
as Uncle Roy

The Virginian
1962
as Razz Benton / Jonah Sills

The Twilight Zone
1985
as (segment "Grace Note")

Cannon
1971

The Pretender
1996
as Mr. Kleinman

The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp
1955
as Trask - Pierce's Henchman

Green Acres
1965
as Newt Kiley

Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction
1997
as Anatole Guttenoff (segment "Anatole")

The Outer Limits
1963
as Limbo Being

I Dream of Jeannie
1965
as Edgar Crawford

Zorro
1957
as Hernando

Boy Meets World
1993
as Herbert

Arli$$
1996
as Grand-da Duffy

Here's Lucy
1968
as Canadian Mounty

Mister Ed
1961

Gunsmoke
1955
as Warren / McCurdy

The Texan
1958

Baywatch Nights
1995
as Professor Arnold

Laredo
1965
as Ernie Venner

Harry O
1974

V
1984
as Richards

Mayberry R.F.D.
1968
as Man
Navy Log
1955

The Tall Man
1960
as Clarence Henry

Nichols
1971
as Jensen
State Trooper
1956
as Shag Jorgenson

The Little Mermaid
1992
as Grimsby (voice)

The Doris Day Show
1968
as Mr. Gwynn

Telephone Time
1956

Riverboat
1959
as Hoskins

Brimstone
1998
as Man at Elevator

The Adventures of Jim Bowie
1956

Fantastic Four
1994
as Ego The Living Planet (voice)

The Roaring 20's
1960

The Wonderful World of Disney
1954
as Drunk Paying Fine (uncredited)

Coronado 9
1960

Redigo
1963
as Vulture

The Living Christ
1951
as Egyptian / Master of Ceremonies

Paper Moon
1974

Meet McGraw
1957
as Broderick
The Great Gildersleeve
1955

Beauty and the Beast
1987
as Alain Viso

Kung Fu
1972
as Vinnie / Marshal
Movies (32)

Babe
1995
as Man Sitting in Crowd at Sheep Trial (uncredited)

Sabrina
1954
as Ernest (uncredited)

The Last Starfighter
1984
as Enduran

Guys and Dolls
1955
as Calvin

Warlock
1989
as Proctor

The FBI Story
1959
as Barber (uncredited)

Drum Beat
1954

Désirée
1954
as Lackey (uncredited)

A Time for Killing
1967
as Owelson

The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea
2000
as Grimsby (voice)

Watermelon Man
1970
as Dr. Wainwright

Gross Anatomy
1989
as Lecturing Professor

An Enemy of the People
1978

The Mole People
1956

Zombie High
1987
as Dean Eisner

Annabelle's Wish
1997
as Santa (voice)

The Cobweb
1955
as Patient (Uncredited)

Forbidden Warrior
2004
as Yawn

In Search of Dr. Seuss
1994
as Dr. Seuss (voice)

William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew
1983
as Gremio

The Hollywood Sign
2002
as Robbie Kant

City of Shadows
1955
as Bartender Kink (as Kay Kuter)

The Beast Within: A Gabriel Knight Mystery
1995
as Werner Huber

High Tor
1956
as Dope

The Steel Jungle
1956
as Stringbean

Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz
1988
as Kay E. Kuter

Izzy's Quest For Olympic Gold
1995
as Citius (voice)

The Seventh Coin
1993

The Tempest
1982
as Gonzalo

The Big Night
1960
as Mailman

Under Fire
1957
as Pvt. Arnold Swanson

The Living Bible
1952
as Joseph of Arimathea
About Kay E. Kuter
Kay E. Kuter was an American actor best known for his character roles in film and television. He was born on April 25, 1925, in Los Angeles, California. Kuter had a career that spanned several decades, and he appeared in numerous popular movies and TV shows. Kuter's acting career began in the 1950s, and he made his film debut in the 1952 movie "Thunderbirds." Over the years, he appeared in various genres, including dramas, comedies, and westerns. Some of his notable film credits include "The Last Starfighter" (1984), "Warlock" (1989), "Six Day… With 91 credits spanning from 1951 to 2004, Kay E. Kuter has appeared in 32 films and 59 TV shows.
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- Babe (1995) — as Man Sitting in Crowd at Sheep Trial (uncredited)
- Sabrina (1954) — as Ernest (uncredited)
- The Last Starfighter (1984) — as Enduran
- Guys and Dolls (1955) — as Calvin
- Warlock (1989) — as Proctor
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