Personal Info
Birth date
1929-01-23 (96 Years)
Gender
Male
Known for
Acting
Place of birth
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Also known as
-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.
Filmography
Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre
5.714
Overview:
Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre is an American anthology series, sponsored by Chrysler Corporation, which ran on NBC from 1963 through 1967. The show was hosted by Bob Hope, but it had a variety of formats, including musical, dramatic, and comedy.Tales of the Wizard of Oz
2
Overview:
Tales of the Wizard of Oz, created in 1961, was an animated television series crafted by Crawley Films for Videocraft, (later known as Rankin/Bass Productions.) This was the studio's second venture into animation and Rankin/Bass's inaugural foray into traditional animation. Characters from L. Frank Baum's 1900 novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz are given additional names, including Dandy the Cowardly Lion, Rusty the Tin Man, and Socrates the Strawman, expanding upon the original with these fresh monikers.The Raccoons
7
Overview:
The Raccoons is a Canadian animated television series which was originally broadcast from 1985 to 1991 with three preceding television specials from its inception in 1980 and one direct to video special in 1984. The franchise was created by Kevin Gillis with the co-operation of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.Rocket Robin Hood
5.2
Overview:
Rocket Robin Hood is a Canadian animated television series, placing the characters and conflicts of the classic Robin Hood legend in a futuristic, outer space setting, produced by Krantz Films, Inc. from 1966 to 1969. For Canadians who grew up between 1966 and 1984, the tale of Robin Hood of Sherwood Forest may be more familiar as the Space Age version, Rocket Robin Hood of Sherwood Asteroid. This descendant of the medieval outlaw, along with his modern-day Merry Men including Little John, Friar Tuck, and Will Scarlet, carries on his ancestor's fight against heavy taxes, tyranny, and all things evil. "Three. Two. One. Blast off! Band of brothers, marching together. Heads held high in all kinds of weather. With fiery blasts, our roaring rockets rise, beyond the Earth, beyond the skies! At the side of Robin, take your stand, with the gallant leader of our band. Send a joyous shout throughout the land! For Rocket Robin Hood!"Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater
5.417
Overview:
Hello Kitty and other Sanrio characters star in adaptations of various fairy tales from all over the world.Dumb Bunnies
4.8
Overview:
These bunnies are fun, helpful, and very dumb. But they tackle problems in new ways while remaining confident and never giving up.The King Kong Show
6
Overview:
An animated series about the adventures of King Kong and his young pal Bobby Bond. Also featured were the adventures of "Tom of T.H.U.M.B.", a 6" tall secret agent.Wojeck
NYR
Overview:
A coroner searches for truth and justice with the help of his friends, while trying to hold his family together. (inspired by the headlines of Dr. Morton Shulman, chief coroner in Toronto) In the 1960s, Canadian TV underwent a shift led by "Wojeck" and "This Hour Has Seven Days." "Wojeck," influenced by Dr. Morton Shulman's work, explored safety standards through naturalistic filmmaking by Ronald Weyman and Grahame Woods. John Vernon's portrayal of Wojeck, a Polish Catholic confronting moral dilemmas, tackled societal issues like abortion and drug addiction. Guided by Weyman and David Peddie, the show bravely addressed topics like homosexuality and elderly neglect, gaining acclaim and international recognition.Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
7.392
Overview:
Sam the snowman tells us the story of a young red-nosed reindeer who, after being ousted from the reindeer games because of his glowing nose, teams up with Hermey, an elf who wants to be a dentist, and Yukon Cornelius, the prospector. They run into the Abominable Snowman and find a whole island of misfit toys. Rudolph vows to see if he can get Santa to help the toys, and he goes back to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. But Santa's sleigh is fogged in. But when Santa looks over Rudolph, he gets a very bright idea...Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess
6.4
Overview:
"Hello Kitty- Becomes a Princess" features 5 Hello Kitty animated cartoons which were originally featured in "Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater." 1- Cinderkitty 2- Kitty Locks and the Three Bears 3- Sleeping Kitty 4- Kitty and the Beast 5- Snow White Kitty and the One DwarfThe Little Brown Burro
6
Overview:
A sad little burro who feels that no one wants him and that he doesn't belong anywhere finds out differently when he is bought by Joseph to transport Mary on their travel to Jerusalem for the birth of Jesus.Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince
6.722
Overview:
A retelling of the classic fairy tale of The Frog Prince featuring Kermit the Frog, Kermit's nephew Robin, Sweetums, and a princess cursed to say everything wackbards...I mean backwards.Hello Kitty Goes to the Movies
5
Overview:
Lights! Camera! Action! Get ready for big-screen fun with Hello Kitty and her friends! Includes: K.T. - The Kitty Terrestrial, The Wizard of Paws, Kitty and the King, Cat Wars, Paws - The Great White Dog SharkThe Raccoons and the Lost Star
NYR
Overview:
"The Raccoons and the Lost Star" is the last totally original Raccoons .... On a far-away planet, Cyril Sneer plots his takeover of earth.Return to Oz
2
Overview:
Rather than adapt a later or create a new Oz story, this production has Dorothy still in posession of the shoes, and she clings to an apple tree during a tornado which takes her back to Oz. The Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and Lion (using the names created for the nearly-abstract television series, Tales of the Wizard of Oz, from which this was derived) have had their MGM gifts destroyed by the restored Wicked Witch, and the four proceed to the Wizard for help, who is ineffectual as usual.Hello Kitty Saves the Day
7.5
Overview:
"Hello Kitty Saves the Day" features 5 Hello Kitty animated cartoons which were originally featured in "Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater." 1- Peter Penguin 2- Tar-Sam of the Jungle 3- Paws of the Round Table 4- Crocodile Penguin 5- Grinder Genie and the Magic Lamp.The Trolls and the Christmas Express
7
Overview:
The Trolls and the Christmas Express is an animated classic about six roguish trolls who are determined to sabotage Christmas by infiltrating Santa's village disguised as elves. After a week of wreaking havoc but still not completely ruining Christmas, they are about to give up when they get a devilishly clever idea. On the day before Christmas Eve they get the reindeer dancing and singing songs all night long. The poor reindeer are so tired the next day that they cannot find the energy to pull Santa's sleigh. Christmas looks like it has finally been ruined - but everyone knows you can't stop Christmas! The elves quickly devise a plan to link the train from Santa's village with tracks that travel all over the world. Santa can deliver the toys using the Christmas Express.A Christmas Tree
2
Overview:
With the help of Charles Dickens, two young children attempt to save the essence of Christmas from the evil Mantu.The Raccoons on Ice
NYR
Overview:
The Raccoons on Ice is the second of four specials leading up to the television series The Raccoons. It initially aired on CBC and in syndication on December 20, 1981.The Christmas Raccoons
4.8
Overview:
In this prelude to the television series 'The Raccoons', Bert, Melissa, and Ralph Raccoon have their home accidentally stolen when it is cut down to become a Christmas tree.Acting
1998Dumb Bunnies (1 Episode) as Grampa Uppity (voice)
1987Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater (26 Episodes) as Unknown
1987Hello Kitty Goes to the Movies as Unknown
1987Hello Kitty Saves the Day as Unknown
1987Hello Kitty Becomes A Princess as Unknown
1985The Raccoons (60 Episodes) as Schaeffer (voice)
1984The Raccoons: Let's Dance! as Schaeffer (voice)
1983The Raccoons and the Lost Star as Schaeffer (voice)
1981The Raccoons on Ice as Schaeffer (voice)
1981The Trolls and the Christmas Express as Other Voices (voice)
1980The Christmas Raccoons as Schaeffer (voice)
1978The Little Brown Burro as Other Voices (voice)
1972A Christmas Tree as Unknown
197220,000 Leagues Under the Sea as Unknown
1971Tales from Muppetland: The Frog Prince as Sweetums (voice)
1971Super Joe as Unknown
1969The Smokey Bear Show (51 Episodes) as Hiram / Mayor Owl (voice)
1967Spider-Man (2 Episodes) as Scorpion (voice) (uncredited)
1966Rocket Robin Hood (63 Episodes) as Titanor / Dr. Manta (voice)
1966Wojeck (19 Episodes) as Byron James
1966The King Kong Show (73 Episodes) as Professor Bond (voice)
1964Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer as Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)
1964Return to Oz as Dandy, the Cowardly Lion / The Wizard of Oz (voice)
1963Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1 Episode) as Byron James
1961Tales of the Wizard of Oz (98 Episodes) as Wizard of Oz (voice)