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: 84

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.

The Savage Is Loose Trailer (1974)

15 November 1974

A husband, wife and their son are stranded on a remote island with no way off; as the son grows older, sexual tensions emerge.

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.

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.

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

15 May 2011

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

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.

Jurassic Park Trailer (1993)

11 June 1993

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

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.

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.

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.

War of the Worlds Trailer (2005)

13 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.

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 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.

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.

The Goonies Trailer (1985)

07 June 1985

A young teenager named Mikey Walsh finds an old treasure map in his father's attic. Hoping to save their homes from demolition, Mikey and his friends Data Wang, Chunk Cohen, and Mouth Devereaux run off on a big quest to find the secret stash of Pirate One-Eyed Willie.

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.

Twister Trailer (1996)

10 May 1996

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

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.

The Return of a Man Called Horse Trailer (1976)

28 June 1976

Lord John Morgan has returned to civilized life in England, but finds he has nothing but disdain for that life.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Poltergeist Trailer (1982)

04 June 1982

Upon realizing that something truly evil haunts his home, Steve Freeling calls in a team of parapsychologists to help before it's too late.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Black Belt Jones Trailer (1974)

28 January 1974

Jones is a secret agent who has gone into semi-retirement, concentrating instead on teaching the martial arts to inner city youths.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Rage Trailer (1972)

22 November 1972

An accidental nerve gas leak by the military kills not only a rancher's livestock, but also his son. When he tries to hold the military accountable for their actions, he runs up against a wall of silence.

Catch Me If You Can: Behind the Camera Trailer (2003)

06 May 2003

A behind-the-scenes look at the making of Stephen Spielberg's "Catch Me If You Can."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Making of 'Jurassic Park' Trailer (1995)

23 April 1995

This documentary treats film fans to a behind-the-scenes look at the making of "Jurassic Park," one of the 90's biggest hits and a milestone in special effects development.

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.

Table for Five Trailer (1983)

18 February 1983

J.P. Tannen (Jon Voight) wants a second chance to be a father to his children ... but someone else has taken his place.

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.

Arthur 2: On the Rocks Trailer (1988)

08 July 1988

Arthur loses his fortune for staying with Linda, right as the two were preparing to adopt a child. As their marriage suffers, Arthur plans for a way to get his money back, but first he must sober up and get a real job.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Trouble Man Trailer (1972)

01 November 1972

It seems that masked men are knocking over the floating crap games of Chalky and Pete. Chalky and Pete hire the cool, loose, elegant Mr.

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.

The Ultimate Warrior Trailer (1975)

02 October 1975

Only a few people still live in New York in 2012. They are organized in gangs with their own turf. One of them is led by Baron, another one by Carrot, and they are constantly at war with each other.

Hot Potato Trailer (1976)

09 April 1976

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

Buster and Billie Trailer (1974)

21 August 1974

Dimwitted but sweet high school girl of easy virtue and the most popular boy in the school share an improbable romance.

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.