Acting · Toronto, Ontario, Canada · Born January 23, 1929
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.
MovieHello Kitty Tells Fairytales
2004
TVDumb Bunnies
1998
as Grampa Uppity (voice)
TVHello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater
1987
MovieHello Kitty Goes to the Movies
1987
MovieHello Kitty Saves the Day
1987
MovieHello Kitty Becomes A Princess
1987
TVThe Raccoons
1985
as Schaeffer (voice)
MovieCaptain America: The Origin of Captain America
1985
as Bucky Barnes (voice)
MovieThe Raccoons: Let's Dance!
1984
as Schaeffer (voice)
MovieThe Raccoons and the Lost Star
1983
as Schaeffer (voice)
MovieThe Raccoons on Ice
1981
as Schaeffer (voice)
MovieThe Trolls and the Christmas Express
1981
as Other Voices (voice)
MovieThe Christmas Raccoons
1980
as Schaeffer (voice)
MovieThe Little Brown Burro
1978
as Other Voices (voice)
MovieFestival of Family Classics: Alice in Wonderland
1973
as Caterpillar / King of Hearts / Seven of Spades (voice)
MovieA Christmas Tree
1972
MovieJack O'Lantern
1972
as (voice)
MovieTales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince
1971
as Sweetums (voice)
Super Joe
1971
TVThe Smokey Bear Show
1969
as Hiram / Mayor Owl (voice)
TVSpider-Man
1967
as Scorpion (voice) (uncredited)
TVRocket Robin Hood
1966
as Titanor / Dr. Manta (voice)
TVWojeck
1966
as Byron James
TVThe King Kong Show
1966
as Professor Bond (voice)
MovieRudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
1964
as Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
MovieReturn to Oz
1964
as Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre
1963
as Byron James
TVTales of the Wizard of Oz
1961
as Wizard of Oz (voice)
