Carl Banas
Acting • Born 1929-01-23
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.
Filmography
27 credits
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Movie • 1964
Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
The Raccoons on Ice
Movie • 1981
Schaeffer (voice)
The Christmas Raccoons
Movie • 1980
Schaeffer (voice)
Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince
Movie • 1971
Sweetums (voice)
Hello Kitty Saves the Day
Movie • 1987
Hello Kitty Goes to the Movies
Movie • 1987
The Trolls and the Christmas Express
Movie • 1981
Other Voices (voice)
The Little Brown Burro
Movie • 1978
Other Voices (voice)
Super Joe
Movie • 1971
Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess
Movie • 1987
Return to Oz
Movie • 1964
Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
The Raccoons and the Lost Star
Movie • 1983
Schaeffer (voice)
The Raccoons: Let's Dance!
Movie • 1984
Schaeffer (voice)
A Christmas Tree
Movie • 1972
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
Movie • 1972
Hello Kitty Tells Fairytales
Movie • 2004
Festival of Family Classics: Alice in Wonderland
Movie • 1973
Caterpillar / King of Hearts / Seven of Spades (voice)
Wojeck
TV • 1966
Byron James
Spider-Man
TV • 1967
Scorpion (voice) (uncredited)
Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater
TV • 1987
The Raccoons
TV • 1985
Schaeffer (voice)
Tales of the Wizard of Oz
TV • 1961
Wizard of Oz (voice)
Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre
TV • 1963
Byron James
Rocket Robin Hood
TV • 1966
Titanor / Dr. Manta (voice)
The King Kong Show
TV • 1966
Professor Bond (voice)
The Smokey Bear Show
TV • 1969
Hiram / Mayor Owl (voice)
Dumb Bunnies
TV • 1998
Grampa Uppity (voice)