Acting · Los Angeles, California, USA · Born April 25, 1925
Kay E. Kuter was an American actor best known for his character roles in film and television. He was born on April 25, 1925, in Los Angeles, California. Kuter had a career that spanned several decades, and he appeared in numerous popular movies and TV shows. Kuter's acting career began in the 1950s, and he made his film debut in the 1952 movie "Thunderbirds." Over the years, he appeared in various genres, including dramas, comedies, and westerns. Some of his notable film credits include "The Last Starfighter" (1984), "Warlock" (1989), "Six Days, Seven Nights" (1998), and "The Princess Diaries" (2001). In addition to his work in films, Kuter was also a familiar face on television. He appeared in numerous TV shows throughout his career, often portraying supporting or character roles. Some of the notable TV series he appeared in include "Gunsmoke," "The Twilight Zone," "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," "MAS*H," and "Star Trek: The Next Generation." He also lent his voice to animated shows such as "TaleSpin" and "Justice League Unlimited." One of Kuter's most memorable roles was that of the character "Reverend Buckshot" in the TV series "Green Acres" (1965-1971). His portrayal of the bumbling, absent-minded preacher became a fan favorite and remains one of his most iconic performances. Sadly, Kay E. Kuter passed away on November 12, 2003, at the age of 78, in Burbank, California. Despite his departure, his contributions to the entertainment industry and his memorable performances continue to be appreciated by fans of film and television.
MovieForbidden Warrior
2004
as Yawn
MovieThe Hollywood Sign
2002
as Robbie Kant
MovieThe Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea
2000
as Grimsby (voice)
TVBrimstone
1998
as Man at Elevator
TVCharmed
1998
as Keeper of the Fairy Tales
MovieAnnabelle's Wish
1997
as Santa (voice)
TVBeyond Belief: Fact or Fiction
1997
as Anatole Guttenoff (segment "Anatole")
TVSabrina, the Teenage Witch
1996
as Father Christmas
TVThe Pretender
1996
as Mr. Kleinman
TVArli$$
1996
as Grand-da Duffy
TVBaywatch Nights
1995
as Professor Arnold
MovieIzzy's Quest For Olympic Gold
1995
as Citius (voice)
MovieBabe
1995
as Man Sitting in Crowd at Sheep Trial (uncredited)
MovieThe Beast Within: A Gabriel Knight Mystery
1995
as Werner Huber
MovieIn Search of Dr. Seuss
1994
as Dr. Seuss (voice)
TVFantastic Four
1994
as Ego The Living Planet (voice)
TVER
1994
as Seaton
TVBoy Meets World
1993
as Herbert
TVFrasier
1993
as Wino
TVThe X-Files
1993
as Calusari #1
MovieThe Seventh Coin
1993
TVStar Trek: Deep Space Nine
1993
as Sirah
TVThe Little Mermaid
1992
as Grimsby (voice)
MovieGross Anatomy
1989
as Lecturing Professor
TVSeinfeld
1989
as Older Priest
MovieWarlock
1989
as Proctor
TVBaywatch
1989
as Henry
MovieJoan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz
1988
as Kay E. Kuter
MovieZombie High
1987
as Dean Eisner
TVStar Trek: The Next Generation
1987
as Cytherian
TVBeauty and the Beast
1987
as Alain Viso
TVMatlock
1986
as Uncle Roy
TVThe Twilight Zone
1985
as (segment "Grace Note")
TVV
1984
as Richards
MovieThe Last Starfighter
1984
as Enduran
MovieWilliam Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew
1983
as Gremio
MovieThe Tempest
1982
as Gonzalo
MovieAn Enemy of the People
1978
TVQuincy, M.E.
1976
TVHarry O
1974
TVPaper Moon
1974
TVKung Fu
1972
as Vinnie
TVNichols
1971
as Jensen
TVCannon
1971
MovieWatermelon Man
1970
as Dr. Wainwright
TVThe Doris Day Show
1968
as Mr. Gwynn
TVHere's Lucy
1968
as Canadian Mounty
TVMayberry R.F.D.
1968
as Man
MovieA Time for Killing
1967
as Owelson
TVI Dream of Jeannie
1965
as Edgar Crawford
TVLaredo
1965
as Ernie Venner
TVGreen Acres
1965
TVPetticoat Junction
1963
as Newt Kiley
TVRedigo
1963
as Vulture
TVThe Outer Limits
1963
as Limbo Being
TVThe Virginian
1962
as Razz Benton
TVMister Ed
1961
TVThe Roaring 20's
1960
TVThe Tall Man
1960
as Clarence Henry
TVCoronado 9
1960
MovieThe Big Night
1960
as Mailman
MovieThe FBI Story
1959
as Barber (uncredited)
TVRiverboat
1959
as Hoskins
TVBonanza
1959
as Mr. Finch
TVThe Rifleman
1958
TVThe Texan
1958
TVZorro
1957
as Hernando
MovieUnder Fire
1957
as Pvt. Arnold Swanson
TVMaverick
1957
TVPerry Mason
1957
as Deputy
TVMeet McGraw
1957
as Broderick
MovieThe Mole People
1956
State Trooper
1956
as Shag Jorgenson
TVThe Adventures of Jim Bowie
1956
TVTelephone Time
1956
MovieHigh Tor
1956
as Dope
MovieThe Steel Jungle
1956
as Stringbean
MovieGuys and Dolls
1955
as Calvin
TVNavy Log
1955
The Great Gildersleeve
1955
TVGunsmoke
1955
as Warren
TVThe Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp
1955
as Trask - Pierce's Henchman
MovieThe Cobweb
1955
as Patient (Uncredited)
MovieCity of Shadows
1955
as Bartender Kink (as Kay Kuter)
MovieDésirée
1954
as Lackey (uncredited)
MovieDrum Beat
1954
TVThe Wonderful World of Disney
1954
as Drunk Paying Fine (uncredited)
TVLassie
1954
as Sam
MovieSabrina
1954
as Ernest (uncredited)
MovieThe Living Bible
1952
as Joseph of Arimathea
TVThe Living Christ
1951
as Egyptian
