Carl Banas

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.

Known For

Spider-Man

The Raccoons

Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater

Tales of the Wizard of Oz

The King Kong Show

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Dumb Bunnies

Wojeck

All Movies (17)

• Hello Kitty Tells Fairytales2004
• Hello Kitty Goes to the Movies1987
• Hello Kitty Saves the Day1987
• Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess1987
• The Raccoons: Let's Dance!1984 · as Schaeffer (voice)
• The Raccoons and the Lost Star1983 · as Schaeffer (voice)
• The Raccoons on Ice1981 · as Schaeffer (voice)
• The Trolls and the Christmas Express1981 · as Other Voices (voice)
• The Christmas Raccoons1980 · as Schaeffer (voice)
• The Little Brown Burro1978 · as Other Voices (voice)
• Festival of Family Classics: Alice in Wonderland1973 · as Caterpillar / King of Hearts / Seven of Spades (voice)
• A Christmas Tree1972
• Jack O'Lantern1972 · as (voice)
• Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince1971 · as Sweetums (voice)
• Super Joe1971
• Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer1964 · as Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
• Return to Oz1964 · as Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)

All TV Shows (10)

• Dumb Bunnies1998 · as Grampa Uppity (voice)
• Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater1987
• The Raccoons1985 · as Schaeffer (voice)
• The Smokey Bear Show1969 · as Hiram / Mayor Owl (voice)
• Spider-Man1967 · as Scorpion (voice) (uncredited)
• Rocket Robin Hood1966 · as Titanor / Dr. Manta (voice)
• Wojeck1966 · as Byron James
• The King Kong Show1966 · as Professor Bond (voice)
• Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre1963 · as Byron James
• Tales of the Wizard of Oz1961 · as Wizard of Oz (voice)