7.4
Movie
Acting
Carl Banas
- Born
- (age 97)
- Birthplace
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Credits
- 28 titles
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.
Signature work
Known For
7.4
Movie
7.1
TV
The Raccoons
7.0
Movie
Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince
6.7
TV
Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater
6.8
Movie
Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess
5.1
Movie
The Christmas Raccoons
6.1
TV
Rocket Robin Hood
5.5
TV
Dumb Bunnies
6.4
TV
The King Kong Show
6.8
Movie
The Little Brown Burro
7.0
Movie
The Trolls and the Christmas Express
6.0
TV
Tales of the Wizard of Oz
7.5
Movie
Hello Kitty Saves the Day
5.0
Movie
Hello Kitty Goes to the Movies
2.0
Movie
Return to Oz
Movie
The Raccoons: Let's Dance!
6.0
Movie
A Christmas Tree
8.0
Movie
Jack O'Lantern
Acting credits 28
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Hello Kitty Tells Fairytales Film | |
| 1998 | Dumb Bunnies TV | Grampa Uppity (voice) (1 ep) |
| 1987 | Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater TV | (26 ep) |
| 1987 | Hello Kitty Goes to the Movies Film | |
| 1987 | Hello Kitty Saves the Day Film | |
| 1987 | Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess Film | |
| 1985 | The Raccoons TV | Schaeffer (voice) (60 ep) |
| 1985 | Captain America: The Origin of Captain America Film | Bucky Barnes (voice) |
| 1984 | The Raccoons: Let's Dance! Film | Schaeffer (voice) |
| 1983 | The Raccoons and the Lost Star Film | Schaeffer (voice) |
| 1981 | The Raccoons on Ice Film | Schaeffer (voice) |
| 1981 | The Trolls and the Christmas Express Film | Other Voices (voice) |
| 1980 | The Christmas Raccoons Film | Schaeffer (voice) |
| 1978 | The Little Brown Burro Film | Other Voices (voice) |
| 1973 | Festival of Family Classics: Alice in Wonderland Film | Caterpillar / King of Hearts / Seven of Spades (voice) |
| 1972 | A Christmas Tree Film | |
| 1972 | Jack O'Lantern Film | (voice) |
| 1971 | Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince Film | Sweetums (voice) |
| 1971 | Super Joe Film | |
| 1969 | The Smokey Bear Show TV | Hiram / Mayor Owl (voice) (51 ep) |
| 1967 | Spider-Man TV | Scorpion (voice) (uncredited) (2 ep) |
| 1966 | Rocket Robin Hood TV | Titanor / Dr. Manta (voice) (63 ep) |
| 1966 | Wojeck TV | Byron James (19 ep) |
| 1966 | The King Kong Show TV | Professor Bond (voice) (73 ep) |
| 1964 | Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Film | Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice) |
| 1964 | Return to Oz Film | Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice) |
| 1963 | Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre TV | Byron James (1 ep) |
| 1961 | Tales of the Wizard of Oz TV | Wizard of Oz (voice) (117 ep) |