Jack Purvis 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.
Movie | Willow | Nelwyn Band Member (uncredited) | 1988-05-20 |
Movie | Mona Lisa | Busker | 1986-06-13 |
Movie | Labyrinth | Goblin Corps | 1986-06-27 |
Movie | Brazil | Dr. Chapman | 1985-02-20 |
Movie | Classic Creatures: Return of the Jedi | Self | 1983-11-21 |
Movie | The Dark Crystal | Additional Performer | 1982-12-17 |
Movie | Time Bandits | Wally | 1981-07-13 |
Movie | The Empire Strikes Back | Chief Ugnaught | 1980-05-20 |
Movie | Star Wars | Chief Jawa | 1977-05-25 |
Movie | Wombling Free | Great Uncle Bulgaria | 1977-12-31 |
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