Jack Purvis
Known for ActingBorn 1937-07-13 — died 1997-11-21London, 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.
Known for
Star Wars
1977 · as Chief Jawa
The Empire Strikes Back
1980 · as Chief Ugnaught
Return of the Jedi
1983 · as Teebo
Labyrinth
1986 · as Goblin Corps
Brazil
1985 · as Dr. Chapman
Willow
1988 · as Nelwyn Band Member (uncredited)
The Dark Crystal
1982 · as Additional Performer
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
1988 · as Jeremy / Gustavus
Time Bandits
1981 · as Wally
Mona Lisa
1986 · as Brighton Busker
Ivanhoe
1982 · as Jester (uncredited)
Wombling Free
1977 · as Great Uncle Bulgaria
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian & The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
1989 · as Dufflepuds
Classic Creatures: Return of the Jedi
1983 · as Self
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair
1990 · as Golg