The Ray & Diana Harryhausen Foundation is a charitable Trust set up by Ray in 1986 (No. SC001419). Our primary aim is to protect Ray’s work and legacy.
We are saddened to hear about the passing of legendary actress Raquel Welch, who starred as Loana in Ray Harryhausen's 1966 classic 'One Million Years B.C'. An iconic role which spawned one of the most famous movie posters ever. Our thoughts are with her family at this sad time.
Today marks what would have been Ray Harryhausen's 100th birthday.
Please join us in celebrating the centenary of this titan of cinema. Share your memories of the man and his legendary films, as we reflect upon his incredible legacy today
#Harryhausen100
Today marks what would have been Ray Harryhausen's 102nd birthday.
Please share your memories of this legendary filmmaker today, as we today reflect on the incredible legacy he has left for us all to enjoy.
#RayHarryhausen
Ray Harryhausen passed away on this day ten years ago. Let’s take a moment to remember this great man, and reflect on the incredible legacy that he left behind.
#rayharryhausen
The original Skeleton from 'The 7th Voyage of Sinbad'- reunited with its original sword and shield, 60 years on.
As most of you will know, Ray Harryhausen created an additional six Skeleton models for 'Jason and the Argonauts' in 1963. As 'The Children of the Hydra's Teeth' were…
Ray Harryhausen, animating the legendary original armatured model for Medusa from 'Clash of the Titans' one last time. Another of his more unsettling creations, as we count down to Halloween next week!
Ray left all of his models in specific final poses, which is how they remain…
'Jason & the Argonauts' turns 60 this year! We will be marking this special anniversary throughout 2023. The first stop-motion creation seen in the film is Talos- one of the most legendary Ray Harryhausen creations of all time!
#rayharryhausen
#jasonandtheargonauts
Today marks what would have been Ray Harryhausen's 103rd birthday.
Please share your memories of this legendary filmmaker today, as we today reflect on the incredible legacy he has left for us all to enjoy.
If you can, please join us for The Ray Harryhausen Awards at the…
Ray Harryhausen passed away on this day, eight years ago. Let’s take a moment to remember this great man, and reflect on the incredible legacy that he left behind.
#Harryhausen100
'Clash of the Titans' was unleashed in the UK on this day 42 years ago!
Please share your memories of Ray Harryhausen's final film with us here. Will you be watching this classic movie this evening?
#rayharryhausen
#ClashoftheTitans1981
#ReleasetheKraken
Happy birthday to the wonderful Caroline Munro! Iconic star of 'The Golden Voyage of Sinbad', she went on to become a lifetime friend of Ray Harryhausen, and subsequently a trustee & advisor to the Foundation. Many happy returns to 'The First Lady of Fantasy'!
#CarolineMunro
Today marks the birthday of legendary author Ray Bradbury, who would have been 99 years old today. As many of you will know, Bradbury was Ray Harryhausen’s best friend, maintaining a close bond for over seven decades after first meeting in the late 1930s.
As we look towards Halloween next week, it seems like a good opportunity to explore some more of Ray Harryhausen's more frightening creations.
@Radiotimes
readers voted Ray's Skeleton Army as being among the greatest movie monsters of all time!
#Halloween2022
#rayharryhausen
Ray Harryhausen passed away on this day, seven years ago. Let’s take a moment to remember this great man during his centenary year, and reflect on the legacy that he left behind.
#Harryhausen100
Ray Harryhausen's Skeleton Army- original models from ‘Jason and the Argonauts’ (1963). People of
#edinburgh
and
#Scotland
- don't miss a special 60th anniversary screening of ‘Jason and the Argonauts’ at the
@CameoCinema
from 6pm this Thursday the 29th June. This iconic film will…
This Thursday marks what would have been Ray Harryhausen's birthday. In celebration of his life and influence, The Ray Harryhausen Awards will take place at the
@CameoCinema
in Edinburgh from 6pm, followed by a 60th anniversary screening of his classic 'Jason and the Argonauts'.…
Here's a lovely picture of Ray in his late 20s, working on his first film project, 'Mighty Joe Young'. This Oscar winning 1949 classic was to provide Ray with the opportunity to work alongside his mentor, Willis O'Brien
#rayharryhausen
#mightyjoeyoung
'Clash of the Titans' was released in the USA on this day 42 years ago!
Ray Harryhausen's final film, and certainly one of his most beloved, this 1981 classic contains some his finest stop-motion animation. Check out our anniversary celebration of the film!…
Today marks what would have been Ray Harryhausen’s 100th birthday. We’d like to invite friends and fans around the world to celebrate his life by watching ‘Jason and the Argonauts’ together on his centenary, at 7:30pm UK time
#HarryhausenWatchParty
Happy birthday to legendary Star Wars actor and Ray Harryhausen fanatic,
@MarkHamill
!
It's fascinating to read Mark's memories of contributing to 1970s Ray Harryhausen fanzine, FXRH. Before landing the role of Luke Skywalker, Mark interviewed legendary Sinbad actor, Kerwin…
Today marks Ray Harryhausen's 101st birthday.
Please share your memories of this legendary filmmaker today, as we today reflect on the incredible legacy he has left for us all to enjoy.
#Harryhausen101
"Ray has been a great inspiration to us all in special visual industry. The art of his earlier films, which most of us grew up on, inspired us so much. Without Ray Harryhausen, there would likely have been no Star Wars ”- George Lucas. Happy
#starwarsday2023
!
#MayThe4thBeWithYou
The legendary Medusa. An atmospheric shot of the original latex model from ‘Clash of the Titans. Don’t miss Ray’s 1981 classic on
@BBCTwo
at 2pm tomorrow!
#RayHarryhausen
'Jason and the Argonauts' was released on this day in 1963!
Join us for a 60th anniversary celebration of this iconic movie at the
@CameoCinema
in Edinburgh next week, as we announce the winner of the
@HarryhausenAWDS
2023!
The date also marks Ray…
'Clash of the Titans' was released on this day, 39 years ago! Ray Harryhausen's final film, and certainly one of his most beloved, this 1981 classic contains some his finest stop-motion animation. What are your favourite memories of 'Clash'?
#Harryhausen100
#ClashoftheTitans
Jason and the Argonauts' celebrates its 60th anniversary this year! Here is the seven headed Hydra from Ray's 1963 classic. For this creature, Ray constructed an extremely complex, three foot long inner armature
#rayharryhausen
#Jasonandtheargonauts
#hydra
'Clash of the Titans' was unleashed in the UK on this day 41 years ago!
Please share your memories of Ray Harryhausen's final film with us here. Will you be watching this classic movie over the weekend?
#Harryhausen100
#ClashoftheTitans1981
#ReleasetheKraken
Original latex model for Talos from 'Jason and the Argonauts'. A creature which has consistently been cited by fans as one of Ray's most terrifying creations! Don't miss our special 60th anniversary screening at the
@CameoCinema
in
#Edinburgh
on June 29th, following the…
A message from Ray Harryhausen's daughter Vanessa:
'Thank you to everybody who took the time to share their memories of Dad for his 100th birthday yesterday. I'm so grateful to you all for helping to keep his legacy alive in his centenary year...
The original Skeleton from 'The 7th Voyage of Sinbad'- reunited with its original sword and shield, 60 years after this particular model was used again for stop motion animation in 'Jason and the Argonauts'
#rayharryhausen
Photo by
@NatGalleriesSco
Have you marked your calendar for a visit to Edinburgh in the Summer of 2020? Exhibition & celebration of Ray Harryhausen's centenary at the
@NatGalleriesSco
; get ready for something very special!
#Harryhausen100
Here is one of Ray Harryhausen's most enduring creations- Bubo, the mechanical owl. This is the largest of three stop-motion models constructed for 'Clash of the Titans', alongside an additional model which was completely remote controlled. What are your favourite memories of…
Happy Birthday to Tom Baker, who turns 89 today! One of the most legendary actors ever to appear in a Harryhausen film, his role as the evil magician Koura in 'The Golden Voyage of Sinbad' is the perfect showcase for his dramatic talent & vocal skills
#tombaker
#rayharryhausen
'Clash of the Titans' was released on this day, 38 years ago!
Ray Harryhausen's final film, and certainly one of his most beloved, this 1981 classic contains some his finest stop-motion animation.
What are your memories of 'Clash of the Titans'?
#Harryhausen100
Today marks the 5th anniversary of Ray Harryhausen’s passing.
Let’s take a moment to remember this great man, and the legacy which he has left for us all. Please share your personal memories of Ray and his films, in celebration of an incredible life.
#Harryhausen100
Today marks the birthday of Willis O' Brien, creator of King Kong, as well as a mentor and lifelong inspiration to Ray. It's now 90 years since the release of Kong- let's take a moment to remember this pioneer of stop-motion animation!
#willisobrien
#kingkong
#rayharryhausen
The original Skeleton from 'The 7th Voyage of Sinbad', 65 years after the film's release.
As most of you will know, Ray Harryhausen created an additional six Skeleton models for 'Jason and the Argonauts' in 1963. As 'The Children of the Hydra's Teeth' were practically identical,…
'Clash of the Titans' was unleashed in the USA on this day 40 years ago!
Please share your memories of Ray Harryhausen's final film with us here. Will you be watching this classic movie over the weekend?
#Harryhausen100
#ClashoftheTitans
#releasethekraken
Happy birthday to director
@RealGDT
!
It is wonderful to see fantasy cinema live on through Del Toro’s wonderful creations, which continue to astound on the big screen. Look out for his stop-motion Pinocchio, coming later this year. Many happy returns!
#guillermodeltoro
Today marks the birthday of legendary ‘Jaws’ and ‘From Russia with Love’ star Robert Shaw (09/08/27- 28/08/78). Many Ray Harryhausen fans may not realise that he had an uncredited role as The Oracle of all Knowledge in ‘The Golden Voyage of Sinbad’.
Shaw was given this short…
Here is the original latex model for 'Gwangi'- before & after being fully restored by our conservator Alan Friswell.
We at the Foundation are dedicated to ensuring that Ray's incredible collection is protected, conserved and maintained for the enjoyment of future generations…
The original Skeleton from 'The 7th Voyage of Sinbad'- reunited with its original sword and shield, 60 years on. New photography taken for our exhibition ‘Harryhausen: Titan of Cinema’ which opens
@NatGalleriesSco
on Oct 24th!
#Harryhausen100
Happy birthday to the wonderful Caroline Munro! Iconic star of 'The Golden Voyage of Sinbad', she went on to become a lifetime friend of Ray Harryhausen, and subsequently a trustee & advisor to the Foundation. Many happy returns to 'The First Lady of Fantasy!'
#Harryhausen100
Harryhausen- The Lost Movies:
This new book delves into our archive to explore Ray's unrealised films, including unused ideas, projects he turned down, & scenes that ended up on the cutting room floor. Written by Trustee
@walshbros
& released by
@TitanBooks
!
#Harryhausen100
Today marks 6 years since Ray Harryhausen’s passing.
Let’s take a moment to remember this great man, and the legacy which he has left for us all. Please share your personal memories of Ray and his films, in celebration of an incredible life.
#Harryhausen100
Original latex model for Talos from 'Jason and the Argonauts'. A creature which has consistently been cited by fans as one of Ray's most terrifying creations!
Standing at 17" high, and made from latex covering a metal armature, this legendary figure was created by Ray in 1962.…
Many happy returns to Jane Seymour, who starred as Princess Farah in 'Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger'. The scene where she plays chess with brother Kassim, transformed into a Baboon, is one of the film's most memorable moments. Happy Birthday, Jane!
#rayharryhausen
#janeseymour
'The 7th Voyage of Sinbad'- 60th anniversary special
#podcast
!
Join us as we mark the 1958 release of one of the most influential and beloved fantasy films of all time.
Get it on
@soundcloud
and all podcast subscription services!
#Harryhausen100
On this day in 1933, 'King Kong' premiered in LA. Soon after, a 13 year old Ray Harryhausen was taken to see the film at Graumans Chinese Theatre- a cinema trip which changed his life! Who plans to watch this landmark film to celebrate its 88th anniversary?
#Harryhausen100
UK fans can catch 'Jason and the Argonauts' on
@Film4
at 2:40pm today. Don't miss Ray Harryhausen's 1963 classic featuring Talos, the Hydra and the iconic Skeleton Army.
Perfect viewing for a bank holiday afternoon!
#RayHarryhausen
#jasonandtheargonauts
Today marks the birthday of Willis O' Brien (March 2, 1886 – November 8, 1962), creator of King Kong, as well as a mentor and lifelong inspiration to Ray Harryhausen.
Let's take a moment to remember this pioneer of stop-motion animation.
Here is the original Grand Lunar figure, now fully restored by Foundation conservator
@AlanFriswell
who worked with Ray to capture the right tone.
Leader of the Selenites with an enlarged head signifying his role as the brain behind the rest of the insectoid army
#rayharryhausen
Ray Harryhausen, animating the legendary original armatured model for Medusa from 'Clash of the Titans' one last time. Another of his more unsettling creations, as we count down to Halloween next week!
#rayharryhausen
#halloween2022
#medusa
#clashofthetitans
Ray Harryhausen, animating the legendary original armatured model for Medusa from 'Clash of the Titans' one last time. Ray left all of his models in specific final poses, which is how they remain in our archive & exhibitions!
#Harryhausen100
Happy birthday to the wonderful Caroline Munro! Iconic star of 'The Golden Voyage of Sinbad', she went on to become a lifetime friend of Ray Harryhausen, and subsequently a trustee & advisor to the Foundation. Many happy returns to 'The First Lady of Fantasy!'
#Harryhausen100
The original Skeleton from 'The 7th Voyage of Sinbad'- reunited with its original sword and shield, 60 years on. New photography taken for our exhibition ‘Harryhausen: Titan of Cinema’ which reopens at
@NatGalleriesSco
on April 26th:
#Harryhausen100
Ray Harryhausen's original Skeleton models, from 'Jason and the Argonauts' (1963).
Photography of these iconic creatures has been taken as we countdown to the ‘Ray Harryhausen- Titan of Cinema’ exhibition
@NatGalleriesSco
2020:
#Harryhausen100
'Jason and the Argonauts' was released on this day in 1963!
Share your memories of this beloved Ray Harryhausen classic below!
💀💀💀💀💀💀💀⚔️
#Harryhausen100
Happy Birthday to Tom Baker, who turns 85 today!
One of the most legendary actors ever to appear in a Ray Harryhausen film, his role as the evil magician Koura in 'The Golden Voyage of Sinbad' is the perfect showcase for his dramatic talent and vocal skills.
#Harryhausen100
Everybody at the Foundation was saddened to hear about the passing of Honor Blackman, who played Hera in ‘Jason and the Argonauts’ (1963).
Our thoughts are with her family at this difficult time.
Happy Birthday to Peter Mayhew! The Chewbacca actor played Minaton in 'Sinbad & the Eye of the Tiger'- his first role, and the one which brought him to the attention of the
@starwars
producers.
Many happy returns,
@TheWookieeRoars
!
#Harryhausen100
Matte painter Emilio Ruiz del Rio with Ray Harryhausen on location for 'The Golden Voyage of Sinbad' (1973), lining up a fantastic background matte of the cityscape before shooting.
#Harryhausen100
Today marks the birthday of Willis O' Brien (March 2, 1886 – November 8, 1962), animator of King Kong, mentor and lifelong inspiration to Ray Harryhausen.
Let's take a moment to remember this pioneer of stop-motion animation!
Everybody at the Foundation was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Peter Mayhew.
@TheWookieeRoars
' first acting role was as Minaton in 'Sinbad & the Eye of the Tiger', where he donned a fibreglass costume based upon Ray's latex model. Our thoughts are with his family.
From 'Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger': behind-the-scenes photo from 1976, showing the blue screen technique used for certain sequences in that film. Trog with a small model of the baboon by his feet.
#Harryhausen100
Today marks the birthday of Peter Mayhew.
For those that don't know, Peter's first acting role was as Minaton in 'Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger' (1977). Although the mechanical golden giant was largely featured as an animated model, Peter donned a large fibreglass costume…
The original Skeleton from 'The 7th Voyage of Sinbad'- reunited with its original sword and shield, 60 years on. New photography taken for our 2020 exhibition ‘Harryhausen: Titan of Cinema’ at
@NatGalleriesSco
#Harryhausen100
Today marks the centenary of Patrick Troughton (25/03/20 – 28 March 1987).
The legendary
@bbcdoctorwho
actor starred in two classic Ray Harryhausen films- as the blind Phineas in 'Jason & the Argonauts', and as Melanthius in 'Sinbad & the Eye of the Tiger'.
#Harryhausen100
As we look towards Halloween next week, it seems like a good opportunity to explore some more of Ray Harryhausen's more frightening creations.
Readers of the
@RadioTimes
voted Ray's Skeleton Army as being amongst the greatest movie monsters of all time- second only to Ridley…
'Jason & the Argonauts' turns 60 this year! We will be celebrating Ray's creations throughout 2023. The film concludes with the Skeleton Army battle- one of the most iconic special effects sequences of all time
#RayHarryhausen
#ChildrenoftheHydrasTeeth
#JasonandtheArgonauts
'The 7th Voyage of Sinbad' was released on this day, 62 years ago!
One of the most important fantasy films of all time, this 1958 classic contains some of Ray's most iconic moments and creatures.
What are your personal memories of seeing this landmark movie? Please share below!
We were saddened to hear about the passing of Taryn Power, who played Dione in 'Sinbad & the Eye of the Tiger'. The daughter of Hollywood legend Tyrone Power, her performance in Ray's 1977 classic will long be remembered. Our thoughts are with her family at this sad time.
The Skeleton battle in 'Jason' took Ray four months to animate- completely alone, and responsible for the movement of each of the seven models. An incredible scene, and testament to the man's genius, creativity and imagination
#HarryhausenWatchParty
Ray Harryhausen, animating the legendary original armatured model for Medusa from 'Clash of the Titans' one last time. Ray left all of his models in specific final poses, which is how they remain in our archive & exhibitions!
#Harryhausen100
'The Valley of Gwangi' was unleashed on this day in 1969!
We'll be sharing images in celebration of the film over this weekend- in the meantime, what are your memories of Ray Harryhausen's 'Cowboys v Dinosaurs' classic?
#rayharryhausen
#thevalleyofgwangi
#gwangi
…
Today marks what would have been Ray Harryhausen's 99th birthday.
Please share your memories of Ray & his films today, as we look toward the centenary of this titan of cinema. Check out our 2020 exhibition plans at
@NatGalleriesSco
:
#Harryhausen100
We celebrated the anniversary of 'Jason and the Argonauts' yesterday. Which is your favourite Harryhausen creature from this 1963 classic?
Don't miss seeing all of these creatures on the big screen at the
@CameoCinema
in Edinburgh next Thursday the 29th, as part of The Ray…
This early concept drawing from 'Jason and the Argonauts' shows how Ray Harryhausen visualized the scene where Triton defends the Argo from the clashing rocks.
Buy framed or unframed prints of this artwork on
@ArtUK
- all proceeds put towards preserving…
The Figurehead from The Golden Voyage of Sinbad. Hair inspired by Elsa Lanchester's Bride of Frankenstein. Ray perfectly portrays the implacable movements of a possessed wooden statue, tearing itself away from its ship after being brought to life by the evil Koura
#rayharryhausen
A reminder that Ray Harryhausen's 1981 classic 'Clash of the Titans' will be screened
@BBCTwo
today at 2pm. Don't miss your chance to see Ray's iconic final film, with Medusa, Bubo the Owl, the Kraken & many more classic creatures!
#rayharryhausen
#christmastv
#releasethekraken
The Figurehead from ‘The Golden Voyage of Sinbad’. looking fantastic & menacing, with hair inspired by Elsa Lanchester's "Bride of Frankenstein”. In a similar fashion to Talos, the Figurehead sequence is most impressive in the way that Ray portrays her implacable movements