Henry Selick
DirectingAbout Henry Selick
Henry Selick (born November 30, 1952) is an American stop motion director, producer and writer who is best known for directing The Nightmare Before Christmas, James and the Giant Peach and Coraline. He studied at the Program in Experimental Animation at California Institute of the Arts, under the guidance of Jules Engel. Description above from the Wikipedia article Henry Selick, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Henry Selick Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Henry Selick reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Henry Selick's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 40% of Henry Selick's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Ray Harryhausen: The Early Years Collection, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Henry Selick Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Henry Selick's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Henry Selick has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | The Animagic World of Rankin/Bass | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ray Harryhausen: Special Effects Titan | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Waking Sleeping Beauty | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Coraline: The Making of 'Coraline' | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Coraline: Creepy Coraline | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Moongirl | Gargaloons (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Ray Harryhausen: The Early Years Collection | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | On the Set: 'The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou' | Self / Visual Effects | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Harryhausen Chronicles | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Making of Tim Burton's 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' | Self - Director | Flop | Similar → |
Henry Selick - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Henry Selick?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Henry Selick is "Ray Harryhausen: The Early Years Collection" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Henry Selick acted in?
Henry Selick has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Henry Selick?
Other notable films include "Ray Harryhausen: Special Effects Titan", "Waking Sleeping Beauty", and "The Harryhausen Chronicles".