Jack Purvis
Born: 1937-07-13 in London, England, UK
Died: 1997-11-21
Known For: Acting
Biography
Jack Purvis (July 13, 1937 - November 21, 1997) was a British film actor. Purvis was a dwarf, and thus was mainly cast in roles requiring actors of short stature. Purvis appeared as a different alien creature in each of the three films of the original Star Wars trilogy, and also appeared in three of director Terry Gilliam's early fantasy films: Time Bandits, Brazil, and The Adventures of Baron Munchausen. Several years before his death, Purvis became quadriplegic after breaking his neck in a car accident. He died in November 1997 at the age of 60.
Filmography
1990
1989
1988
- The Chronicles of Narnia as Dufflepud
- Willow as Nelwyn Band Member (uncredited)
- The Adventures of Baron Munchausen as Jeremy / Gustavus
1985
- Brazil as Dr. Chapman
1983
- Return of the Jedi as Teebo
- Classic Creatures: Return of the Jedi as Self
1982
- Ivanhoe as Jester (uncredited)
- The Dark Crystal as Additional Performer
1981
- Time Bandits as Wally
1980
- The Empire Strikes Back as Chief Ugnaught
1977
- Star Wars as Chief Jawa
- Wombling Free as Great Uncle Bulgaria