It’s a completely free, cross-platform editor that doesn’t require a subscription or account. ✅ Pro: Supports almost every video format imaginable.

Microsoft officially retired the Windows Essentials suite (which included Movie Maker) on January 10, 2017.

Windows Movie Maker was officially discontinued by Microsoft in 2017. While many sites claim to offer a "2017 version," these are often third-party clones or bundles containing malware.

Here is a blog post draft that addresses the search for the installer while guiding readers toward safe, modern alternatives. Looking for Windows Movie Maker 2017? Read This First

Many of these unofficial "full exe" installers are bundled with bloatware, adware, or even viruses.

You can sometimes find the archived installer on reputable sites like the Internet Archive. While it may still run on Windows 10 or 11, it is no longer updated and lacks support for modern video formats (like 4K or HEVC). Top 3 Safe & Free Alternatives

What kind of are you trying to make (YouTube, family memories, work presentations)?