Kay E. Kuter
Acting • Born 1925-04-25 – Died 2003-11-12
Biography
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.
Filmography
95 credits
High Tor
Movie • 1956
Dope
Forbidden Warrior
Movie • 2004
Yawn
The Beast Within: A Gabriel Knight Mystery
Movie • 1995
Werner Huber
Watermelon Man
Movie • 1970
Dr. Wainwright
Izzy's Quest For Olympic Gold
Movie • 1995
Citius (voice)
City of Shadows
Movie • 1955
Bartender Kink (as Kay Kuter)
Gross Anatomy
Movie • 1989
Lecturing Professor
The Seventh Coin
Movie • 1993
In Search of Dr. Seuss
Movie • 1994
Dr. Seuss (voice)
Babe
Movie • 1995
Man Sitting in Crowd at Sheep Trial (uncredited)
The Steel Jungle
Movie • 1956
Stringbean
The Big Night
Movie • 1960
Mailman
The Hollywood Sign
Movie • 2002
Robbie Kant
The Mole People
Movie • 1956
The FBI Story
Movie • 1959
Barber (uncredited)
Under Fire
Movie • 1957
Pvt. Arnold Swanson
Annabelle's Wish
Movie • 1997
Santa (voice)
Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz
Movie • 1988
Kay E. Kuter
Zombie High
Movie • 1987
Dean Eisner
The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea
Movie • 2000
Grimsby (voice)
Drum Beat
Movie • 1954
The Living Bible
Movie • 1952
Joseph of Arimathea
Sabrina
Movie • 1954
Ernest (uncredited)
The Last Starfighter
Movie • 1984
Enduran
A Time for Killing
Movie • 1967
Owelson
An Enemy of the People
Movie • 1978
William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew
Movie • 1983
Gremio
The Tempest
Movie • 1982
Gonzalo
Guys and Dolls
Movie • 1955
Calvin
Warlock
Movie • 1989
Proctor
The Cobweb
Movie • 1955
Patient (Uncredited)
Désirée
Movie • 1954
Lackey (uncredited)
Mister Ed
TV • 1961
Seinfeld
TV • 1989
Older Priest
Green Acres
TV • 1965
Here's Lucy
TV • 1968
Canadian Mounty
Star Trek: The Next Generation
TV • 1987
Cytherian
Kung Fu
TV • 1972
Vinnie
Brimstone
TV • 1998
Man at Elevator
The Pretender
TV • 1996
Mr. Kleinman
The Twilight Zone
TV • 1985
(segment "Grace Note")
Boy Meets World
TV • 1993
Herbert
Beauty and the Beast
TV • 1987
Quincy, M.E.
TV • 1976
Charmed
TV • 1998
Keeper of the Fairy Tales
V
TV • 1984
Richards
Petticoat Junction
TV • 1963
Newt Kiley
Perry Mason
TV • 1957
Deputy
Gunsmoke
TV • 1955
Warren
Cannon
TV • 1971
Laredo
TV • 1965
Ernie Venner
Redigo
TV • 1963
Vulture
Harry O
TV • 1974
The Virginian
TV • 1962
Razz Benton
The Adventures of Jim Bowie
TV • 1956
Navy Log
TV • 1955
The Rifleman
TV • 1958
Riverboat
TV • 1959
Hoskins
The Texan
TV • 1958
The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp
TV • 1955
Trask - Pierce's Henchman
Telephone Time
TV • 1956
Coronado 9
TV • 1960
The Outer Limits
TV • 1963
Limbo Being
The Roaring 20's
TV • 1960
The Great Gildersleeve
TV • 1955
Paper Moon
TV • 1974
Maverick
TV • 1957
The X-Files
TV • 1993
Calusari #1
Sabrina, the Teenage Witch
TV • 1996
Father Christmas
Baywatch
TV • 1989
Henry
ER
TV • 1994
Seaton
Nichols
TV • 1971
Jensen
Frasier
TV • 1993
WIno
Gunsmoke
TV • 1955
McCurdy
Bonanza
TV • 1959
Mr. Finch
The Wonderful World of Disney
TV • 1954
Drunk Paying Fine (uncredited)
Mayberry R.F.D.
TV • 1968
Man
The Tall Man
TV • 1960
Clarence Henry
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
TV • 1993
Sirah
Green Acres
TV • 1965
Newt Kiley
Matlock
TV • 1986
Uncle Roy
Kung Fu
TV • 1972
Marshal
The Little Mermaid
TV • 1992
Grimsby (voice)
Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction
TV • 1997
Anatole Guttenoff (segment "Anatole")
I Dream of Jeannie
TV • 1965
Edgar Crawford
The Doris Day Show
TV • 1968
Mr. Gwynn
The Living Christ
TV • 1951
Egyptian
The Living Christ
TV • 1951
Master of Ceremonies
Baywatch Nights
TV • 1995
Professor Arnold
State Trooper
TV • 1956
Shag Jorgenson
Meet McGraw
TV • 1957
Broderick
Zorro
TV • 1957
Hernando
Fantastic Four
TV • 1994
Ego The Living Planet (voice)
The Virginian
TV • 1962
Jonah Sills
Arli$$
TV • 1996
Grand-da Duffy