Kay E. Kuter

Known For	Acting
Birthday	Apr 25, 1925
Died	Nov 12, 2003 (78)
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, USA
Popularity	0.2 (history)
Updated	Aug 08, 2025
Entry Date	Apr 13, 2024
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Biography

Kay E. Kuter was an American actor best known for his character roles in film and television. He was born on April 25, 1925, in Los Angeles, California. Kuter had a career that spanned several decades, and he appeared in numerous popular movies and TV shows. Kuter's acting career began in the 1950s ... , and he made his film debut in the 1952 movie "Thunderbirds." Over the years, he appeared in various genres, including dramas, comedies, and westerns. Some of his notable film credits include "The Last Starfighter" (1984), "Warlock" (1989), "Six Days, Seven Nights" (1998), and "The Princess Diaries" (2001). In addition to his work in films, Kuter was also a familiar face on television. He appeared in numerous TV shows throughout his career, often portraying supporting or character roles. Some of the notable TV series he appeared in include "Gunsmoke," "The Twilight Zone," "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," "MAS*H," and "Star Trek: The Next Generation." He also lent his voice to animated shows such as "TaleSpin" and "Justice League Unlimited." One of Kuter's most memorable roles was that of the character "Reverend Buckshot" in the TV series "Green Acres" (1965-1971). His portrayal of the bumbling, absent-minded preacher became a fan favorite and remains one of his most iconic performances. Sadly, Kay E. Kuter passed away on November 12, 2003, at the age of 78, in Burbank, California. Despite his departure, his contributions to the entertainment industry and his memorable performances continue to be appreciated by fans of film and television.

Known For

Filmography

Forbidden Warrior

2004

as Yawn

The Hollywood Sign

2001

as Robbie Kant

The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea

2000

as Grimsby (voice)

Annabelle's Wish

1997

as Santa (voice)

Izzy's Quest For Olympic Gold

1995

as Citius (voice)

The Beast Within: A Gabriel Knight Mystery

1995

as Werner Huber

Babe

1995

as Man Sitting in Crowd at Sheep Trial (uncredited)

In Search of Dr. Seuss

1994

as Dr. Seuss (voice)

Warlock

1989

as Proctor

Gross Anatomy

1989

as Lecturing Professor

Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz

1988

as Kay E. Kuter

Zombie High

1987

as Dean Eisner

The Last Starfighter

1984

as Enduran

William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew

1983

as Gremio

The Tempest

1982

as Gonzalo

Watermelon Man

1970

as Dr. Wainwright

A Time for Killing

1967

as Owelson

The Big Night

1960

as Mailman

The FBI Story

1959

as Barber (uncredited)

Under Fire

1957

as Pvt. Arnold Swanson

The Steel Jungle

1956

as Stringbean

High Tor

1956

as Dope

City of Shadows

1955

as Bartender Kink (as Kay Kuter)

Guys and Dolls

1955

as Calvin

The Cobweb

1955

as Patient (Uncredited)

Sabrina

1954

as Ernest - Houseman (uncredited)

Désirée

1954

as Lackey (uncredited)

The Living Bible

1952

as Joseph of Arimathea

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Organization	Category	Movie

Green Acres

as Newt Kiley

Episodes: 24

First Aired: Sep 15, 1965

Petticoat Junction

as Newt Kiley

Episodes: 17

First Aired: Sep 24, 1963

Baywatch

as Henry

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Apr 23, 1989

Matlock

as Uncle Roy

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Mar 03, 1986

Seinfeld

as Older Priest

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jul 05, 1989

Here's Lucy

as Canadian Mounty

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 23, 1968

Star Trek: The Next Generation

as Cytherian

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 28, 1987

The Pretender

as Mr. Kleinman

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 19, 1996

Charmed

as Keeper of the Fairy Tales

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 07, 1998

as Richards

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 26, 1984

Perry Mason

as Deputy

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 21, 1957

Gunsmoke

as Warren

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 10, 1955

Redigo

as Vulture

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 24, 1963

The Virginian

as Razz Benton

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 19, 1962

Riverboat

as Hoskins

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 13, 1959

The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp

as Trask - Pierce's Henchman

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 06, 1955

The Outer Limits

as Limbo Being

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 16, 1963

The X-Files

as Calusari #1

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 10, 1993

Sabrina, the Teenage Witch

as Father Christmas

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 27, 1996

as Seaton

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 19, 1994

Nichols

as Jensen

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 16, 1971

Frasier

as WIno

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 16, 1993

Gunsmoke

as McCurdy

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 10, 1955

Bonanza

as Mr. Finch

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 12, 1959

The Wonderful World of Disney

as Drunk Paying Fine (uncredited)

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 27, 1954

Mayberry R.F.D.

as Man

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 23, 1968

The Tall Man

as Clarence Henry

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 10, 1960

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine

as Sirah

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jan 03, 1993

Kung Fu

as Marshal

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 14, 1972

The Little Mermaid

as Grimsby (voice)

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 11, 1992

Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction

as Anatole Guttenoff (segment "Anatole")

Episodes: 1

First Aired: May 25, 1997

I Dream of Jeannie

as Edgar Crawford

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 18, 1965

The Doris Day Show

as Mr. Gwynn

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 24, 1968

The Living Christ

as Egyptian

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jan 07, 1951

The Living Christ

as Master of Ceremonies

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jan 07, 1951

Baywatch Nights

as Professor Arnold

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 30, 1995

Green Acres

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Sep 15, 1965

The Adventures of Jim Bowie

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Sep 07, 1956

The Rifleman

Episodes: 2

First Aired: Sep 30, 1958

Mister Ed

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Jan 05, 1961

Kung Fu

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 14, 1972

Brimstone

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 23, 1998

The Twilight Zone

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 27, 1985

Boy Meets World

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 24, 1993

Quincy, M.E.

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 03, 1976

Beauty and the Beast

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 25, 1987

Fantastic Four

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 24, 1994

Cannon

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 14, 1971

Zorro

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 10, 1957

Laredo

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 16, 1965

Harry O

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 12, 1974

Navy Log

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 20, 1955

The Texan

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 29, 1958

Telephone Time

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Apr 08, 1956

Coronado 9

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 06, 1960

The Roaring 20's

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Oct 15, 1960

The Great Gildersleeve

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 20, 1955

Paper Moon

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 12, 1974

Maverick

Episodes: 1

First Aired: Sep 22, 1957

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