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Jack Purvis

Jack Purvis

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.

Known for

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair
1990 • Golg
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian & The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian & The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
1989 • Dufflepuds
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
1988 • Jeremy / Gustavus
Willow
Willow
1988 • Nelwyn Band Member (uncredited)
Labyrinth
Labyrinth
1986 • Goblin Corps
Mona Lisa
Mona Lisa
1986 • Busker
Brazil
Brazil
1985 • Dr. Chapman
Classic Creatures: Return of the Jedi
Classic Creatures: Return of the Jedi
1983 • Self

Full filmography

Willow
Willow
1988 • Nelwyn Band Member (uncredited)
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Labyrinth
Labyrinth
1986 • Goblin Corps
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Mona Lisa
Mona Lisa
1986 • Busker
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Brazil
Brazil
1985 • Dr. Chapman
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The Dark Crystal
The Dark Crystal
1982 • Additional Performer
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Ivanhoe
Ivanhoe
1982 • Jester (uncredited)
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The Empire Strikes Back
The Empire Strikes Back
1980 • Chief Ugnaught
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Wombling Free
Wombling Free
1977 • Great Uncle Bulgaria
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Star Wars
Star Wars
1977 • Chief Jawa
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Jack Purvis – Biography, Known For & Filmography