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Carl Banas

Acting Born Jan 23, 1929 Toronto, Ontario, Canada 24 credits

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.

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Known for

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Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre

as Byron James

Spider-Man

as Scorpion (voice) (uncredited)

Full filmography

  • 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)
  • Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964) as Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
  • Wojeck (1966) as Byron James
  • Rocket Robin Hood (1966) as Titanor / Dr. Manta (voice)
  • The King Kong Show (1966) as Professor Bond (voice)
  • Dumb Bunnies (1998) as Grampa Uppity (voice)
  • The Smokey Bear Show (1969) as Hiram / Mayor Owl (voice)
  • Return to Oz (1964) as Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
  • Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess (1987)
  • Jack O'Lantern (1972) as (voice)
  • Hello Kitty Saves the Day (1987)
  • A Christmas Tree (1972)
  • The Christmas Raccoons (1980) as Schaeffer (voice)
  • The Little Brown Burro (1978) as Other Voices (voice)
  • Hello Kitty Tells Fairytales (2004)
  • Festival of Family Classics: Alice in Wonderland (1973) as Caterpillar / King of Hearts / Seven of Spades (voice)
  • The Raccoons on Ice (1981) as Schaeffer (voice)
  • Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince (1971) as Sweetums (voice)
  • The Trolls and the Christmas Express (1981) as Other Voices (voice)
  • The Raccoons and the Lost Star (1983) as Schaeffer (voice)