Framestore Limited

Verified
London, United Kingdom

Framestore is a leading global visual effects and animation studio renowned for its award-winning work in film, television, advertising, and immersive experiences. Specializing in high-end VFX, CGI, and creative production, the company has built a stellar reputation through collaborations on blockbuster projects like Gravity, The Jungle Book, and recent hits such as Barbie and Avatar: The Way of Water, consistently pushing the boundaries of digital artistry and innovation. With a focus on storytelling and technical excellence, Framestore is trusted by top studios and brands for delivering visually stunning and narrative-driven content.

Founded in 1986
3000+ employees

Services

Visual Effects (VFX)
Computer-Generated Imagery (CGI)
Animation
Virtual Production
Post-Production
Creature Design
Motion Graphics
Immersive Experiences
Advertising Production
Film and TV Supervision

Specializations

visual effects for film and TV
CGI animation
creature design
virtual production
advertising VFX
immersive and experiential content

Technology Stack

Houdini
Nuke
Maya
Arnold
Katana
Unreal Engine
proprietary pipeline tools

Notable Projects

Avatar: The Way of Water

2022

Film

Client: 20th Century Studios

Role: Visual effects and creature animation

Barbie

2023

Film

Client: Warner Bros.

Role: VFX and digital environments

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

2023

Film

Client: Marvel Studios

Role: Creature effects and space sequences

The Mandalorian

2019

TV Series

Client: Disney+

Role: Visual effects supervision

His Dark Materials

2019

TV Series

Client: BBC/HBO

Role: Daemon creature design and animation

Gravity

2013

Film

Client: Warner Bros.

Role: Space simulation and zero-gravity effects

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

2010

Film

Client: Warner Bros.

Role: Magical creatures and environments

Wicked

2024

Film

Client: Universal Pictures

Role: Visual effects

Fallout

2024

TV Series

Client: Amazon Prime Video

Role: Special visual effects

Awards & Recognition

Academy Award for Best Visual Effects

for “Gravity

2014

Academy Award for Best Visual Effects

for “The Jungle Book

2017

Academy Award for Best Visual Effects

for “Blade Runner 2049

2019

BAFTA Award for Special Visual Effects

for “No Time to Die

2022

VES Award for Outstanding Visual Effects

for “Avatar: The Way of Water

2023

VES Award Nomination

for “Fallout

2025

Key Personnel

William Sargent

Chairman

Previous: Framestore CFC

Notable Projects: Gravity, Avatar

Co-Founder, Knighted for services to film and entertainment

Mel Sullivan

Chief Executive Officer

Previous: The Mill

Notable Projects: Guardians of the Galaxy, Barbie

Oversees global operations and strategy

Tim Webber

Chief Creative Officer & VFX Supervisor

Notable Projects: Gravity, Avatar: The Way of Water

Academy Award winner for Gravity

Fiona Walkinshaw

Chief Executive Officer, Film & Episodic

Previous: DNEG

Notable Projects: No Time to Die, Dune

Focuses on film VFX pipeline

Charles Howell

President, Global Advertising & Content

Company Status

Operating Status:
active
Hiring:
Yes
Remote Work:
hybrid

Locations

headquarters
28 Chancery Lane
London WC2A 1LB
United Kingdom
office
8616 National Blvd
Culver City, California 90232
United States
office
61 Broadway 32nd Floor
New York, New York 10006
United States
office
5455 Avenue de Gaspé
Montreal, Quebec H2T 2A1
Canada
office
3rd Floor, 140 Wardour Street
London W1F 8ZT
United Kingdom
office
Level 2, 180 N LaSalle St
Chicago, Illinois 60601
United States
office
Unit No. 601, 6th Floor, Tower 3, One International Center, Senapati Bapat Marg, Elphinstone Road
Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013
India
office
Vancouver, British Columbia
Canada
office
Melbourne
Australia

Social Media

LinkedIn:framestore
Instagram:@framestore
Twitter:@Framestore
Facebook:Framestore

Additional Information

Framestore has expanded into immersive experiences, including VR and AR projects, and is known for its commitment to diversity and inclusion in the VFX industry. The company has a strong presence in both feature films and episodic content, with recent integrations of AI and machine learning in their workflows.

Data Information

Last updated: 9/24/2025
Data confidence: 95%