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Carl Banas
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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 Reindee…
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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.
Filmography
Movies and shows, newest first
- 2004
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1998
Dumb Bunnies
TV show Grampa Uppity (voice)
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1987
Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater
TV show
- 1987
- 1987
- 1987
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1985
The Raccoons
TV show Schaeffer (voice)
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1985
Captain America: The Origin of Captain America
Movie Bucky Barnes (voice)
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1984
The Raccoons: Let's Dance!
Movie Schaeffer (voice)
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1983
The Raccoons and the Lost Star
Movie Schaeffer (voice)
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1981
The Raccoons on Ice
Movie Schaeffer (voice)
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1981
The Trolls and the Christmas Express
Movie Other Voices (voice)
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1980
The Christmas Raccoons
Movie Schaeffer (voice)
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1978
The Little Brown Burro
Movie Other Voices (voice)
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1973
Festival of Family Classics: Alice in Wonderland
Movie Caterpillar / King of Hearts / Seven of Spades (voice)
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1972
A Christmas Tree
Movie
More credits
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1972
Jack O'Lantern
Movie (voice)
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1971
Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince
Movie Sweetums (voice)
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1971
Super Joe
Movie
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1969
The Smokey Bear Show
TV show Hiram / Mayor Owl (voice)
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1967
Spider-Man
TV show Scorpion (voice) (uncredited)
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1966
Rocket Robin Hood
TV show Titanor / Dr. Manta (voice)
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1966
Wojeck
TV show Byron James
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1966
The King Kong Show
TV show Professor Bond (voice)
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1964
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Movie Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
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1964
Return to Oz
Movie Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
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1963
Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre
TV show Byron James
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1961
Tales of the Wizard of Oz
TV show Wizard of Oz (voice)
