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
Cast Credits
Hello Kitty Tells Fairytales
Character:
MOVIE • 2004
Dumb Bunnies
Character: Grampa Uppity (voice)
TV • 1998
Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater
Character:
TV • 1987
Hello Kitty Goes to the Movies
Character:
MOVIE • 1987
Hello Kitty Saves the Day
Character:
MOVIE • 1987
Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess
Character:
MOVIE • 1987
The Raccoons
Character: Schaeffer (voice)
TV • 1985
The Raccoons: Let's Dance!
Character: Schaeffer (voice)
MOVIE • 1984
The Raccoons and the Lost Star
Character: Schaeffer (voice)
MOVIE • 1983
The Raccoons on Ice
Character: Schaeffer (voice)
MOVIE • 1981
The Trolls and the Christmas Express
Character: Other Voices (voice)
MOVIE • 1981
The Christmas Raccoons
Character: Schaeffer (voice)
MOVIE • 1980
The Little Brown Burro
Character: Other Voices (voice)
MOVIE • 1978
Festival of Family Classics: Alice in Wonderland
Character: Caterpillar / King of Hearts / Seven of Spades (voice)
MOVIE • 1973
A Christmas Tree
Character:
MOVIE • 1972
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
Character:
MOVIE • 1972
Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince
Character: Sweetums (voice)
MOVIE • 1971
Super Joe
Character:
MOVIE • 1971
The Smokey Bear Show
Character: Hiram / Mayor Owl (voice)
TV • 1969
Spider-Man
Character: Scorpion (voice) (uncredited)
TV • 1967