
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthday
1937-07-13
Deathday
1997-11-21
Place of Birth
London, England, UK
Jack Purvis
Biography
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.
Known For

Star Wars
as Chief Jawa

The Empire Strikes Back
as Chief Ugnaught

Return of the Jedi
as Teebo

Brazil
as Dr. Chapman

Labyrinth
as Goblin Corps

Willow
as Nelwyn Band Member (uncredited)

The Dark Crystal
as Additional Performer

Time Bandits
as Wally

The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
as Jeremy / Gustavus

Mona Lisa
as Busker