About Tim Baar
Lived 1912 – 1977 (aged 64). Tim Baar was an American artist and special effect.
Tim Baar (December 27, 1912 – March 9, 1977) was an American special effects artist who won at the 33rd Academy Awards for Best Special Effects for the film The Time Machine. His Oscar was shared with Gene Warren.
He also did special effects on the TV show H.R. Pufnstuf.
Filmography
The Mummy's Tomb (1942) Flesh and Fantasy (1943) Phantom of the Opera (1943) When Worlds Collide (1951) The Ten Commandments (1956) Dinosaurus! (1960) The Time Machine (1960) Master of the World (1961) Jack the Giant Killer (1962) The Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm (1962) 7 Faces of Dr. Lao (1964) The Horse in the Gray Flannel Suit (1968) Beware! The Blob! (1972) Jaws (1975)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tim Baar?
visual effects artist (1912-1977)
When was Tim Baar born?
Tim Baar was born on 27 December 1912 in Chicago.
When did Tim Baar die?
Tim Baar died on 9 March 1977.
What was Tim Baar's occupation?
Tim Baar was an artist and special effect.
What nationality was Tim Baar?
Tim Baar was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tim Baar. https://biography.guide/tim-baar/
MLA: "Tim Baar." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/tim-baar/.
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