Joe Johnston

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Joseph Eggleston Johnston II (born May 13, 1950) is an American film director, producer, writer, and visual effects artist. He is best known for directing effects-driven films, including Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (1989), The Rocketeer (1991), Jumanji (1995), Jurassic Park III (2001), The Wolfman (2010), and Captain America: The First Avenger (2011).

Most Popular Joe Johnston Trailers

Total trailers found: 37

Star Wars Trailer (1977)

25 May 1977

Princess Leia is captured and held hostage by the evil Imperial forces in their effort to take over the galactic Empire.

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.

Captain America: The First Avenger Trailer (2011)

22 July 2011

During World War II, Steve Rogers is a sickly man from Brooklyn who's transformed into super-soldier Captain America to aid in the war effort.

The Empire Strikes Back Trailer (1980)

20 May 1980

The epic saga continues as Luke Skywalker, in hopes of defeating the evil Galactic Empire, learns the ways of the Jedi from aging master Yoda.

The Making Of 'Jurassic Park III' Trailer (2001)

11 December 2001

A very in depth look at the making of the movie, a look at the special effects and animatronics made for the motion picture, Jurassic Park III (2001).

The Iron Giant Trailer (1999)

06 August 1999

In the small town of Rockwell, Maine in October 1957, a giant metal machine befriends a nine-year-old boy and ultimately finds its humanity by unselfishly saving people from their own fears and prejudices.

Willow Trailer (1988)

20 May 1988

The evil Queen Bavmorda hunts the newborn princess Elora Danan, a child prophesied to bring about her downfall.

The Wolfman Trailer (2010)

10 February 2010

Lawrence Talbot, an American man on a visit to Victorian London to make amends with his estranged father, gets bitten by a werewolf and, after a moonlight transformation, leaves him with a savage hunger for flesh.

Not Safe for Work Trailer (2014)

09 May 2014

Tom, a legal firm assistant, spots a suspicious man outside the court and follows him. Later, he gets trapped in a building with the same man who turns out to be a hitman.

Under the Helmet: The Legacy of Boba Fett Trailer (2021)

12 November 2021

A special celebrating the origins and legacy of Star Wars' legendary bounty hunter, Boba Fett.

The Lawful Truth Trailer (2014)

01 December 2014

As each suspect twists the truth in his or her favor, a frustrated investigator attempts to figure out what ultimately led to the death of a young law student.

Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Trailer (1989)

23 June 1989

The scientist father of a teenage girl and boy accidentally shrinks his and two other neighborhood teens to the size of insects.

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms Trailer (2018)

26 October 2018

When Clara’s mother leaves her a mysterious gift, she embarks on a journey to four secret realms—where she discovers her greatest strength could change the world.

Jumanji Trailer (1995)

15 December 1995

When siblings Judy and Peter discover an enchanted board game that opens the door to a magical world, they unwittingly invite Alan -- an adult who's been trapped inside the game for 26 years -- into their living room.

From Star Wars to Jedi: The Making of a Saga Trailer (1983)

03 December 1983

From Star Wars to Jedi: The Making of a Saga is a 1983 television documentary special that originally aired on PBS.

The Giant's Dream: The Making of the Iron Giant Trailer (2016)

06 September 2016

A documentary about how the critically acclaimed film wound up being a box office disappointment, only to become regarded as a classic over a decade after its initial release.

The Pagemaster Trailer (1994)

23 November 1994

Rich knows a lot about accidents. So much so, he is scared to do anything that might endanger him, like riding his bike, or climbing into his treehouse.

Shrunk Trailer (2021)

31 December 2021

After three decades since the 1989 film, Wayne Szalinski’s son, Nick Szalinski, accidentally shrinks his kids.

Hidalgo Trailer (2004)

04 February 2004

Set in 1890, this is the story of a Pony Express courier who travels to Arabia to compete with his horse, Hidalgo, in a dangerous race for a massive contest prize, in an adventure that sends the pair around the world.

Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy Trailer (2004)

12 September 2004

From the earliest versions of the script to the blockbuster debuts, explore the creation of the Star Wars Trilogy.

October Sky Trailer (1999)

19 February 1999

Based on the true story of Homer Hickam, a coal miner's son who was inspired by the first Sputnik launch to take up rocketry against his father's wishes, and eventually became a NASA scientist.

*batteries not included Trailer (1987)

18 December 1987

In a soon to be demolished block of apartments, the residents resist the criminal methods used to force them to leave so a greedy tycoon can build his new skyscraper.

Lions and Monkeys and Pods... Oh My!: The Special Effects of 'Jumanji' Trailer (2000)

25 January 2000

A look at the making of the digital wildlife in "Jumanji" (1995), from the beginning design stages to the implementation of the animatronic and digital characters into the final film.

The Rocketeer Trailer (1991)

21 June 1991

A stunt pilot comes across a prototype jetpack that gives him the ability to fly. However, evil forces of the world also want this jetpack at any cost.

Ewoks: The Battle for Endor Trailer (1985)

24 November 1985

The army of the Marauders, led by King Terak and the witch Charal, attack the Ewoks village, killing Cindel's family.

Empire at 40 Trailer (2020)

29 May 2020

A special livestream conversation with effects legends Dennis Muren, Joe Johnston, Phil Tippett, and Lorne Peterson in celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back.

The Ewok Adventure Trailer (1984)

25 November 1984

Wicket the Ewok and his friends agree to help two shipwrecked human children, Mace and Cindel, on a quest to find their parents.

The Making of Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Trailer (1989)

09 June 1989

A behind-the-scenes television documentary of Honey, I Shrunk the Kids,

Marvel Studios: Assembling a Universe Trailer (2014)

18 March 2014

A look at the story behind Marvel Studios and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, featuring interviews and behind-the-scenes footage from all of the Marvel films, the Marvel One-Shots and "Marvel's Agents of S.

Voice of a Star Wars Fan Trailer (2023)

27 November 2023

A fan of the Millennium Falcon seeks to understand how the ship was made, tracing all of the parts and pieces of the model - from heat sinks, fans, and L'eggs containers.

Star Wars : La Révolution Visuelle Trailer (2020)

04 May 2020

Making Jumanji: The Realm of Imagination Trailer (2000)

25 January 2000

This making-of documentary covers general aspects of the film's creation. We see movie clips, shots from the set, and interviews.

Dave Stevens: Drawn to Perfection Trailer (2022)

01 December 2022

Dave Stevens created The Rocketeer and reintroduced the world to 50's pin-up model Bettie Page. While carving out his own unique corner of importance in comic book and illustration art, Dave showed the world what it's like to pursue the life of a creative individual.

Phil Tippett: Mad Dreams and Monsters Trailer (2019)

14 September 2019

An in-depth, sad, and beautiful documentary about the stop motion and VFX artist Phil Tippett, a man who changed the landscape of visual effects in film.

Rocketeer: Excitement in the Air Trailer (1991)

19 June 1991

American TV-Special hosted by Bill Campbell, star of "The Rocketeer". A sneak peak at the film "The Rocketeer" with behind the scenes interviews and meeting "real-life rocketeers".

Jurassic Park III Trailer (2001)

18 July 2001

In need of funds for research, Dr. Alan Grant accepts a large sum of money to accompany Paul and Amanda Kirby on an aerial tour of the infamous Isla Sorna.

The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Spring Break Adventure Trailer (1999)

06 October 1999

Indy and his girlfriend, Nancy Stratemeyer, whose father created the Nancy Drew mystery series, visit the laboratory of inventor Thomas Edison.