Jack Purvis
Known for: Acting
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
Film
Star Wars
Chief Jawa
1977
Film
The Empire Strikes Back
Chief Ugnaught
1980
Film
Return of the Jedi
Teebo
1983
Film
Labyrinth
Goblin Corps
1986
Series
The Chronicles of Narnia
Dufflepud
1988
Series
The Chronicles of Narnia
Golg
1988
Film
Brazil
Dr. Chapman
1985
Film
Willow
Nelwyn Band Member (uncredited)
1988
Film
Time Bandits
Wally
1981
Film
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
Jeremy / Gustavus
1988
Film
The Dark Crystal
Additional Performer
1982
Film
Mona Lisa
Brighton Busker
1986
Film
Ivanhoe
Jester (uncredited)
1982
Film
Classic Creatures: Return of the Jedi
Self
1983
Film
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair
Golg
1990
Film
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian & The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
Dufflepuds
1989
Film
Wombling Free
Great Uncle Bulgaria
1977