Cast & creator
Carl Banas
Best known for Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre, Spider-Man, The Raccoons
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.
18
film credits
10
television credits
28
1961–2004 · acting roles
6.5
average across scored titles
Signature credits
Known for
Across film & television
Filmography (28)
Showing 28 of 28 credits
Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre
Byron James
1963
Spider-Man
Scorpion (voice) (uncredited)
1967
The Raccoons
Schaeffer (voice)
1985
Wojeck
Byron James
1966
Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater
1987
Tales of the Wizard of Oz
Wizard of Oz (voice)
1961
The King Kong Show
Professor Bond (voice)
1966
The Smokey Bear Show
Hiram / Mayor Owl (voice)
1969
Dumb Bunnies
Grampa Uppity (voice)
1998
Rocket Robin Hood
Titanor / Dr. Manta (voice)
1966
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
1964
Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess
1987
Captain America: The Origin of Captain America
Bucky Barnes (voice)
1985
Hello Kitty Goes to the Movies
1987
The Raccoons and the Lost Star
Schaeffer (voice)
1983
The Raccoons on Ice
Schaeffer (voice)
1981
Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince
Sweetums (voice)
1971
Festival of Family Classics: Alice in Wonderland
Caterpillar / King of Hearts / Seven of Spades (voice)
1973
Hello Kitty Tells Fairytales
2004
Hello Kitty Saves the Day
1987
The Trolls and the Christmas Express
Other Voices (voice)
1981
The Little Brown Burro
Other Voices (voice)
1978
The Raccoons: Let's Dance!
Schaeffer (voice)
1984
The Christmas Raccoons
Schaeffer (voice)
1980
Jack O'Lantern
(voice)
1972
Return to Oz
Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
1964