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.
Filmography 16
Movies (15)
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair1990Golg
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian & The Voyage of the Dawn Treader1989Dufflepuds
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen1988Jeremy / Gustavus
Willow1988Nelwyn Band Member (uncredited)
Labyrinth1986Goblin Corps
Mona Lisa1986Brighton Busker
Brazil1985Dr. Chapman
Classic Creatures: Return of the Jedi1983Self
Return of the Jedi1983Teebo
The Dark Crystal1982Additional Performer
Ivanhoe1982Jester (uncredited)
Time Bandits1981Wally
The Empire Strikes Back1980Chief Ugnaught
Wombling Free1977Great Uncle Bulgaria
Star Wars1977Chief Jawa
