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Melissa Lawson Cheung

Melissa Lawson Cheung

Biography

Melissa Lawson Cheung is a Los Angeles–based film and television editor. Early in her career, she worked as a first assistant editor on large-scale films such as Red Tails (2007) and Peter Berg’s Battleship (2012). Over time, she transitioned into full editorial roles, editing independent features including Gutshot Straight (2014), Last Man Club (2016), and serving as lead editor on Peter Berg’s action thriller Mile 22 (2018). In television, Lawson Cheung has contributed significantly to several acclaimed series. She edited episodes for Outlander (Seasons 2–3) with Ronald D. Moore, including pivotal installments such as the emotionally charged “The Bakra.” She also worked on USA Network’s Mr. Robot (Season 4), and as additional editor on Patriot’s Day (2016). Lawson Cheung has also engaged with high-profile Marvel Studios television productions. She has editing credits on Disney+ series such as Secret Invasion, handling multiple episodes including “Promises,” “Betrayed,” and “Beloved.” She is also an editor on Daredevil: Born Again (2025), marking her continuation within the Marvel franchise. She trained at the Academy of Art University. She was also interviewed in 2020 alongside Liza Cardinale in the “Art of the Cut” podcast, discussing her editorial approach on Outlander and Mr. Robot.

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    Red Tails

    Red Tails

    20126.6 / 10

    Gutshot Straight

    Gutshot Straight

    20144.1 / 10

    Still Life

    Still Life

    20240.0 / 10

    Mile 22

    Mile 22

    20186.2 / 10

    Last Man Club

    Last Man Club

    20166.3 / 10

    Battleship

    Battleship

    20125.9 / 10