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Jack Purvis
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.
BODY OF WORK
Jack Purvis's Filmography
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The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair
as Golg
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian & The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
as Dufflepuds
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
as Jeremy / Gustavus
Willow
as Nelwyn Band Member (uncredited)
Labyrinth
as Goblin Corps
Mona Lisa
as Brighton Busker
Brazil
as Dr. Chapman
Classic Creatures: Return of the Jedi
as Self
Return of the Jedi
as Teebo
The Dark Crystal
as Additional Performer
Ivanhoe
as Jester (uncredited)
Time Bandits
as Wally
The Empire Strikes Back
as Chief Ugnaught
Wombling Free
as Great Uncle Bulgaria
Star Wars
as Chief Jawa