Richard Taylor

Richard Taylor is a New Zealand filmmaker born on February 8, 1965 in England. He is the founder, creative director and head of New Zealand film prop and special effects company Wētā Workshop.

Richard Taylor is known for work in costume & make-up across film and television. New Release currently presents 30 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Creature Designers: The Frankenstein Complex (2015), Recreating the Eighth Wonder: The Making of 'King Kong' (2006), Passage to Middle-Earth: The Making of 'The Lord of the Rings' (2001), The Making of 'The Frighteners' (1998), Forgotten Silver (1997), Sex, Drugs and Soft Toys - The Making of Meet the Feebles (1989), The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001), The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003). The recorded credits span 1989 to 2024, including 28 movies and 2 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.