Josh Ethier

Known for EditingProvidence, Rhode Island, USA

Originally from Rhode Island, Josh Ethier is a renowned Los Angeles based film editor who has left a lasting mark on the horror, thriller and action genres; he literally wears his passion for the genres on his sleeve. His works have premiered at esteemed film festivals such as the Toronto International Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival, SXSW, Tribeca Film Festival, Beyond Fest and Fantastic Fest. Ethier is most well known for his frequent collaborations with director Joe Begos, with whom he has crafted a unique, LOUD and impactful cinematic style. Their partnership has resulted in several acclaimed films, including "Bliss," a psychedelic horror film that explores the descent of an artist into madness; "VFW," a gritty, action-packed thriller about war veterans defending their local VFW post from a drug-addled gang; and most recently, "Christmas Bloody Christmas," a festive yet terrifying holiday horror film that's streaming on Shudder. These collaborations have resonated with audiences and critics alike, showcasing Ethier's ability to enhance Begos' visionary storytelling through his editing. Ethier's impressive filmography includes notable titles such as Oz Perkins' "Gretel & Hansel" for Orion Pictures and MGM, a dark reimagining of the classic fairy tale; William Brent Bell's "Orphan: First Kill," the prequel to the cult horror favorite for Paramount Pictures; Henry Dunham's "The Standoff at Sparrow Creek," a tense, dialogue-driven thriller about a mass shooting at a police funeral; and "Mayhem," a high-octane action horror film starring Steven Yeun that highlights his versatility as an editor of action and comedy. In 2021, Ethier's contributions to film editing were formally recognized when he was invited to join American Cinema Editors (ACE), an honor that signifies his standing in the industry amongst his peers. His career is marked by a commitment to excellence and a passion for storytelling, making him one of the most respected and sought-after editors in independent genre cinema.Read more

Movies & web series

What a Party!

Happy Halloween

Frienemies

Companion

Gutter

Bad Moon Rising

Orphan: First Kill

Mayhem

Don't Move

The Standoff at Sparrow Creek

Jimmy and Stiggs

Gretel & Hansel

Halloween Hugs

VFW

Happily

Bliss

Things Will Be Different

We Are Still Here

Unfriended

Christmas Bloody Christmas

Small Crimes

Digging Up the Marrow

Contracted

The Seventh Day

Beyond the Gates

XX

Bullet Head

Holidays

Zombeavers

The Mind's Eye

Hide and Seek

The Axe Murders of Villisca

Some Kind of Hate

Almost Human

Eat Brains Love

Rosewood Lane

Dark Summer

Rites of Spring

House by the Lake

Scavengers

Zombex

Seed

Buddy

Who's Watching

The Courier

Sex Boss

Toxin