Michael Kahn

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Michael Kahn (born December 8, c. 1930) is an American film editor known for his frequent collaboration with Steven Spielberg. His first collaboration with Spielberg was for his 1977 film, Close Encounters of the Third Kind. He has edited all of Spielberg's subsequent films except for E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), which was edited by Carol Littleton. Kahn has received eight Academy Award nominations for Best Film Editing and has won three times—for Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981), Schindler's List (1993), and Saving Private Ryan (1998), which were all Spielberg-directed films. Kahn was born to a Jewish family in New York City. While his birth year has been reported as 1935, Kahn said in 2015, when asked if he was 80, that his age at that point was "closer to 85." Kahn has edited digitally since at least Twister (1996), though he continued to edit on film with Spielberg long after most editors had stopped doing so. In 2008, Kahn acknowledged that "people find it hard to believe that Steven and I still edit film on a Moviola and a KEM. [But] Steven feels film got us where we are today, and he loves the smell of it and feel of it. We started that way and both really enjoy it." George Lucas remarked, "Michael Kahn can cut faster on a Moviola than anybody can cut on an Avid." However, since The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn (2011), Kahn has edited Spielberg's films on an Avid machine.

Most Popular Michael Kahn Trailers

Total trailers found: 88

Disclosure Day Trailer (2026)

10 June 2026

If you found out we weren’t alone, if someone showed you, proved it to you, would that frighten you?

Shrek Trailer (2001)

18 May 2001

It ain't easy bein' green -- especially if you're a likable (albeit smelly) ogre named Shrek. On a mission to retrieve a gorgeous princess from the clutches of a fire-breathing dragon, Shrek teams up with an unlikely compatriot -- a wisecracking donkey.

Schindler's List Trailer (1993)

15 December 1993

The true story of how businessman Oskar Schindler saved over a thousand Jewish lives from the Nazis while they worked as slaves in his factory during World War II.

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides Trailer (2011)

15 May 2011

When Jack crosses paths with a woman from his past, he's not sure if it's love...or if she's a ruthless con artist using him to find the fabled Fountain of Youth.

Saving Private Ryan Trailer (1998)

24 July 1998

As U.S. troops storm the beaches of Normandy, three brothers lie dead on the battlefield, with a fourth trapped behind enemy lines.

Ready Player One Trailer (2018)

28 March 2018

When the creator of a popular video game system dies, a virtual contest is created to compete for his fortune.

Catch Me If You Can Trailer (2002)

16 December 2002

A true story about Frank Abagnale Jr. who, before his 19th birthday, successfully conned millions of dollars worth of checks as a Pan Am pilot, doctor, and legal prosecutor.

Raiders of the Lost Ark Trailer (1981)

12 June 1981

When Dr. Indiana Jones – the tweed-suited professor who just happens to be a celebrated archaeologist – is hired by the government to locate the legendary Ark of the Covenant, he finds himself up against the entire Nazi regime.

Close Encounters of the Third Kind Trailer (1977)

14 December 1977

After an encounter with UFOs, an electricity linesman feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen.

The Goonies Trailer (1985)

07 June 1985

Young teen Mikey Walsh and his friends set off on a quest to find Pirate One-Eyed Willie's treasure in hopes of saving their homes from demolition.

Jurassic Park Trailer (1993)

11 June 1993

A wealthy entrepreneur secretly creates a theme park featuring living dinosaurs drawn from prehistoric DNA.

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom Trailer (1984)

23 May 1984

After arriving in India, Indiana Jones is asked by a desperate village to find a mystical stone. He agrees – and stumbles upon a secret cult plotting a terrible plan in the catacombs of an ancient palace.

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade Trailer (1989)

24 May 1989

In 1938, an art collector appeals to eminent archaeologist Dr. Indiana Jones to embark on a search for the Holy Grail.

Minority Report Trailer (2002)

20 June 2002

John Anderton is a top 'Precrime' cop in the late-21st century, when technology can predict crimes before they're committed.

The Adventures of Tintin Trailer (2011)

24 October 2011

Intrepid young reporter, Tintin, and his loyal dog, Snowy, are thrust into a world of high adventure when they discover a ship carrying an explosive secret.

War of the Worlds Trailer (2005)

28 June 2005

Ray Ferrier is a divorced dockworker and less-than-perfect father. Soon after his ex-wife and her new husband drop off his teenage son and young daughter for a rare weekend visit, a strange and powerful lightning storm touches down.

Hook Trailer (1991)

10 April 1991

The boy who wasn't supposed to grow up—Peter Pan—does just that, becoming a soulless corporate lawyer whose workaholism could cost him his wife and kids.

A.I. Artificial Intelligence Trailer (2001)

29 June 2001

David, a robotic boy—the first of his kind programmed to love—is adopted as a test case by a Cybertronics employee and his wife.

Twister Trailer (1996)

10 May 1996

An unprecedented series of violent tornadoes is sweeping across Oklahoma. Tornado chasers, headed by Dr.

Chicken Run Trailer (2000)

23 June 2000

The creators of Wallace & Gromit bring you an exciting and original story about a group of chickens determined to fly the coop–even if they can’t fly! It’s hardly poultry in motion when Rocky attempts to teach Ginger and her feathered friends to fly…but, with teamwork, determination and a little bit o’ cluck, the fearless flock plots one last attempt in a spectacular bid for freedom.

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull Trailer (2008)

21 May 2008

Set during the Cold War, the Soviets—led by sword-wielding Irina Spalko—are in search of a crystal skull which has supernatural powers related to a mystical Lost City of Gold.

Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Trailer (2010)

19 May 2010

A rogue prince reluctantly joins forces with a mysterious princess and together, they race against dark forces to safeguard an ancient dagger capable of releasing the Sands of Time – gift from the gods that can reverse time and allow its possessor to rule the world.

Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events Trailer (2004)

16 December 2004

Three wealthy children's parents are killed in a fire. When they are sent to a distant relative, they find out that he is plotting to kill them and seize their fortune.

The Terminal Trailer (2004)

17 June 2004

An Eastern European tourist unexpectedly finds himself stranded in JFK airport, and must take up temporary residence there.

The Activist Trailer (1969)

10 December 1969

Mike, a college student, makes an impassioned anti-war speech on campus, which is carried on live television, causing a storm of controversy.

The Spiderwick Chronicles Trailer (2008)

14 February 2008

Upon moving into the run-down Spiderwick Estate with their mother, twin brothers Jared and Simon Grace, along with their sister Mallory, find themselves pulled into an alternate world full of faeries and other creatures.

Casper Trailer (1995)

26 May 1995

Casper is a kind young ghost who peacefully haunts a mansion in Maine. When specialist James Harvey arrives to communicate with Casper and his fellow spirits, he brings along his teenage daughter, Kat.

Antz Trailer (1998)

02 October 1998

A neurotic worker ant in love with a rebellious princess rises to unlikely stardom when he switches places with a soldier.

A Case of the Cold War: Bridge of Spies Trailer (2016)

02 February 2016

The piece opens with Steven Spielberg's family history with the real life events and follows with cast and crew examining the politics and history of the time, the screenplay's inspirations, espionage and intelligence gathering of the era, the story's relevance today, character attributes, and the Francis Gary Powers and Frederic Pryor stories and their depictions in the film.

Beyond the Horizon Trailer (1975)

17 July 1975

On a Connecticut farm, James Mayo's two sons both love Ruth Atkins. Robert, the younger son, is sickly and dreams of escaping to a romantic life somewhere "beyond the horizon.

The Color Purple Trailer (1985)

18 December 1985

An epic tale spanning forty years in the life of Celie, an African-American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry.

The BFG Trailer (2016)

01 June 2016

An orphan little girl befriends a benevolent giant who takes her to Giant Country, where they attempt to stop the man-eating giants that are invading the human world.

Munich Trailer (2005)

23 December 2005

During the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, eleven Israeli athletes are taken hostage and murdered by a Palestinian terrorist group known as Black September.

Seventh Son Trailer (2014)

12 December 2014

John Gregory, who is a seventh son of a seventh son and also the local spook, has protected the country from witches, boggarts, ghouls and all manner of things that go bump in the night.

The Fabelmans Trailer (2022)

11 November 2022

Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth.

Bridge of Spies Trailer (2015)

15 October 2015

During the Cold War, the Soviet Union captures U.S. pilot Francis Gary Powers after shooting down his U-2 spy plane.

Poltergeist Trailer (1982)

04 June 1982

The Freelings' suburban home becomes the center of paranormal activity that opens a portal to the 'other side'.

Peter Pan Trailer (2003)

18 December 2003

In stifling Edwardian London, Wendy Darling mesmerizes her brothers every night with bedtime tales of swordplay, swashbuckling and the fearsome Captain Hook.

War Horse Trailer (2011)

25 December 2011

On the brink of the First World War, Albert's beloved horse Joey is sold to the Cavalry by his father.

The Haunting Trailer (1999)

23 July 1999

Dr. David Marrow invites three distinct individuals to the eerie and isolated Hill House to be subjects for a sleep disorder study.

Fatal Attraction Trailer (1987)

18 September 1987

A married man's one-night stand comes back to haunt him when that lover begins to stalk him and his family.

1941 Trailer (1979)

14 December 1979

In the days after the attack on Pearl Harbor, panic grips California, where a military officer leads a mob chasing a Japanese sub.

West Side Story Trailer (2021)

08 December 2021

Two youngsters from rival New York City gangs fall in love, but tensions between their respective friends build toward tragedy.

The Making of 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind' Trailer (2001)

08 May 2001

A documentary film on the making of 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind'

Empire of the Sun Trailer (1987)

09 December 1987

Jamie Graham, a privileged English boy, is living in Shanghai when the Japanese invade and force all foreigners into prison camps.

The Post Trailer (2017)

22 December 2017

A cover-up that spanned four U.S. Presidents pushed the country's first female newspaper publisher and a hard-driving editor to join an unprecedented battle between journalist and government.

Lincoln Trailer (2012)

09 November 2012

The revealing story of the 16th US President's tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery.

Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life Trailer (2003)

21 July 2003

Off the coast of the volcanic island of Santorini, the intrepid archaeologist Lara Croft makes the unexpected discovery of a pulsating golden orb able to guide its holder to the mythical Pandora's Box.

Twilight Zone: The Movie Trailer (1983)

24 June 1983

An anthology film presenting remakes of three episodes from the "Twilight Zone" TV series—"Kick the Can", "It's a Good Life" and "Nightmare at 20,000 Feet"—and one original story, "Time Out.

Spielberg Trailer (2017)

05 October 2017

A documentary on the life and career of one of the most influential film directors of all time, Steven Spielberg.

Used Cars Trailer (1980)

11 July 1980

When the owner of a struggling used car lot is killed, it's up to the lot's hot-shot salesman to save the property from falling into the hands of the owner's ruthless brother and used-car rival.

Alive Trailer (1993)

15 January 1993

The amazing true story of a Uruguayan rugby team's plane that crashed in the middle of the Andes mountains, and their immense will to survive and pull through alive, forced to do anything and everything they could to stay alive on meager rations and through the freezing cold.

Falling in Love Trailer (1984)

21 November 1984

During shopping for Christmas, Frank and Molly run into each other. This fleeting short moment will start to change their lives, when they recognize each other months later in the train home and have a good time together.

Ice Castles Trailer (1978)

31 December 1978

Alexis is on top of the world until a tragic accident dashes her hopes and dreams of becoming a world-class figure skater.

Reindeer Games Trailer (2000)

25 February 2000

After assuming his dead cellmate's identity to get with his girlfriend, an ex-con finds himself the reluctant participant in a casino heist.

Always Trailer (1989)

22 December 1989

The spirit of a recently deceased expert pilot mentors a newer pilot while watching him fall in love with the girlfriend that he left behind.

Hot Potato Trailer (1976)

09 April 1976

Martial-arts expert tries to rescue an ambassador's daughter who was kidnapped in Thailand.

Golden Needles Trailer (1974)

17 July 1974

An ancient Asian statue with the power to grant health and long life via secret acupuncture points is being pursued by a wealthy criminal, but his plans are put in peril when a slovenly detective is tasked with protecting the relic.

The Devil’s Rain Trailer (1975)

01 July 1975

A Satanist cult leader is burnt alive by the local church. He vows to come back to hunt down and enslave every descendant of his congregation, by the power of the book of blood contracts, in which they sold their souls to the devil.

Arachnophobia Trailer (1990)

20 July 1990

A large spider from the jungles of South America is accidentally transported in a crate with a dead body to America where it mates with a local spider.