Carl Banas
Biography
Carl Banas was born on January 23, 1929, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He is a retired radio personality and actor known for his work in radio and his voice roles in popular shows such as Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Rocket Robin Hood, and The Raccoons: Let’s Dance!. In addition to his voice acting career, Banas appeared on television as police detective Byron James in the series Wojeck and lent his voice to various television series and features. As a radio personality on different Toronto radio stations, Banas became a favorite among listeners due to his deep voice, smooth manner, and captivating stories about Toronto. He is credited with twenty-eight known credits on the Movie Database platform.
Career overview
Carl Banas was born on January 23, 1929, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He is a retired actor and radio personality. Well known for his voice acting career, Banas lent his voice to various television series and features, including popular shows such as Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Rocket Robin Hood, and The Raccoons: Let’s Dance!, showcasing his talent and versatility.
Aside from his voice work, Banas appeared on television as a police detective named Byron James in the series Wojeck. In addition to his on-screen work, he 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.
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Full Filmography
28 titles- Hello Kitty Tells Fairytales (2004)
- Dumb Bunnies (1998) as Grampa Uppity (voice)
- Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater (1987)
- Hello Kitty Saves the Day (1987)
- Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess (1987)
- Hello Kitty Goes to the Movies (1987)
- The Raccoons (1985) as Schaeffer (voice)
- Captain America: The Origin of Captain America (1985) as Bucky Barnes (voice)
- The Raccoons: Let's Dance! (1984) as Schaeffer (voice)
- The Raccoons and the Lost Star (1983) as Schaeffer (voice)
- The Raccoons on Ice (1981) as Schaeffer (voice)
- The Trolls and the Christmas Express (1981) as Other Voices (voice)
- The Christmas Raccoons (1980) as Schaeffer (voice)
- 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)
- Jack O'Lantern (1972) as (voice)
- A Christmas Tree (1972)
- Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince (1971) as Sweetums (voice)
- Super Joe (1971)
- The Smokey Bear Show (1969) as Hiram / Mayor Owl (voice)
- Spider-Man (1967) as Scorpion (voice) (uncredited)
- The King Kong Show (1966) as Professor Bond (voice)
- Rocket Robin Hood (1966) as Titanor / Dr. Manta (voice)
- Wojeck (1966) as Byron James
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964) as Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
- Return to Oz (1964) as Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963) as Byron James
- Tales of the Wizard of Oz (1961) as Wizard of Oz (voice)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Carl Banas best known for?
Carl Banas is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater (1987), The Raccoons (1985), Spider-Man (1967), The King Kong Show (1966).
When and where was Carl Banas born?
Carl Banas was born on January 23, 1929 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
How many credits does Carl Banas have?
Carl Banas has accumulated over 28 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1961 to 2004.
What is Carl Banas's background in cinema and television?
Carl Banas was born on January 23, 1929, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He is a retired radio personality and actor known for his work in radio and his voice roles in popular shows such as Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Rocket Robin Hood, and The Raccoons: Let’s Dance!. In addition to his voice acting career, Banas appe...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Spider-Man (1967) as Scorpion (voice) (uncredited) — aged about 38
- Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964) as Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice) — aged about 35
- The Raccoons (1985) as Schaeffer (voice) — aged about 56
- Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater (1987) — aged about 58
- The King Kong Show (1966) as Professor Bond (voice) — aged about 37
- Rocket Robin Hood (1966) as Titanor / Dr. Manta (voice) — aged about 37
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