Filmmaker. Born in Los Angeles (some sources say 1928) Harrington's best known films include ""Ruby" (1977), "What's the Matter With Helen?" and "Who Slew Auntie Roo?" (both 1971), the cult classic "Games" (1967) and Dennis Hopper's first lead role "Night Tide" (1961). A friend of director James Whale, Harrington was called upon to coach Ian McKellen for the movie "Gods and Monsters." He also moved into directing episodic television, including "Dynasty," "The Colbys," "Wonder Woman" and "Charlie's Angels" and the successful TV movies "Devil Dog, Hound of Hell" and "Killer Bees." One of his last works was the short film "Usher."
Filmmaker. Born in Los Angeles (some sources say 1928) Harrington's best known films include ""Ruby" (1977), "What's the Matter With Helen?" and "Who Slew Auntie Roo?" (both 1971), the cult classic "Games" (1967) and Dennis Hopper's first lead role "Night Tide" (1961). A friend of director James Whale, Harrington was called upon to coach Ian McKellen for the movie "Gods and Monsters." He also moved into directing episodic television, including "Dynasty," "The Colbys," "Wonder Woman" and "Charlie's Angels" and the successful TV movies "Devil Dog, Hound of Hell" and "Killer Bees." One of his last works was the short film "Usher."
Bio by: José L Bernabé Tronchoni
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