Carl Banas
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.
Known For
Credits
- 1987 · Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater as
- 1987 · Hello Kitty Goes to the Movies as
- 1987 · Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess as
- 1987 · Hello Kitty Saves the Day as
- 1985 · The Raccoons as Schaeffer (voice)
- 1984 · The Raccoons: Let's Dance! as Schaeffer (voice)
- 1983 · The Raccoons and the Lost Star as Schaeffer (voice)
- 1981 · The Raccoons on Ice as Schaeffer (voice)
- 1981 · The Trolls and the Christmas Express as Other Voices (voice)
- 1980 · The Christmas Raccoons as Schaeffer (voice)
- 1978 · The Little Brown Burro as Other Voices (voice)
- 1971 · Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince as Sweetums (voice)
- 1971 · Super Joe as
- 1969 · The Smokey Bear Show as Hiram / Mayor Owl (voice)
- 1967 · Spider-Man as Scorpion (voice) (uncredited)
- 1966 · Rocket Robin Hood as Titanor / Dr. Manta (voice)
- 1966 · Wojeck as Byron James
- 1966 · The King Kong Show as Professor Bond (voice)
- 1964 · Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer as Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
- 1964 · Return to Oz as Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
- 1963 · Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre as Byron James
- 1961 · Tales of the Wizard of Oz as Wizard of Oz (voice)