Carl Banas

Personal Info

Known ForActing
Born1929-01-23
Birthplace Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Carl Banas

Acting

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

Acting (18)

1984
The Raccoons: Let's Dance!as Schaeffer (voice)
1983
The Raccoons and the Lost Staras Schaeffer (voice)
1981
The Raccoons on Iceas Schaeffer (voice)
1981
7.0
1980
The Christmas Raccoonsas Schaeffer (voice)
5.1
1978
The Little Brown Burroas Other Voices (voice)
6.8
1973
Festival of Family Classics: Alice in Wonderlandas Caterpillar / King of Hearts / Seven of Spades (voice)
1972
Jack O'Lanternas (voice)
8.0
7.0
1964
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeeras Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
7.4
1964
Return to Ozas Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
2.0