Jack Purvis
ActorBorn July 13, 1937Died November 21, 1997London, England, UK
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.
Filmography10
Highest-rated first, counting only titles with at least 150 TMDB votes. Talk shows, award nights and appearances as themselves are left out.
The Empire Strikes Back
Chief Ugnaught
Star Wars
Chief Jawa
Return of the Jedi
Teebo
Brazil
Dr. Chapman
Labyrinth
Goblin Corps
The Dark Crystal
Additional Performer
Willow
Nelwyn Band Member (uncredited)
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
Jeremy / Gustavus
Mona Lisa
Brighton Busker
Time Bandits
Wally