Windows 10: How to open a windows movie maker file without windows movie maker software

I have some window movie maker files .wmv from around 2000. They are interviews of my Dad who has since deceased. I have a Dell laptop from 2019, a macbook air from 2022 and an Imac from 2011. What do I need to do to be able to view the .wmv files? Thanks for your help!

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Thank you all for your help. After uninstalling 4 times and downloading the version from the site "derekimo's" suggested and installing, it finally works. Again, Thanks to ALL.

 

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I just tried Movie Maker 2.6 and it works for me,





I didn't have to set any compatibility either.

There is another thread here about 2.6,

Solved Where is the download for Windows Movie Maker 2.6? - Page 3 - Windows 10 Forums

That's where I downloaded it from.

 

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Hi Dave,

My name is Douglas and I am an Independent Advisor. I would like to help you. Let's try the following suggestions, please:

Open Windows Movie Maker on your PC. Add desired files and after editing of files are done, click Go to "File">"Open project" to import your Windows Movie Maker project files. Then, drag one of files to Storyboard, and at last, click “Save movie” tab and select
“For computer” option. You'll find the file can be saved in WMV format.

Note: This option is not available on Windows 8 or 10 version of the OS as it does not have Windows Movie Maker installed.

save files on Windows Movie Maker

Step 2: If WMV files are already present on your PC, you can directly open Windows DVD Maker to burn files to disc. From the main interface, click “Choose photos and videos” and then hit “Add items” to add the files that you want to burn. The bottom panel will
show the available time on DVD disc, and will also allow you to change its title. In order to change DVD parameter settings like aspect ratio, burner speed, and others click “Options”. Hit “Next” to proceed.

add files to Windows DVD Maker and set the parameters

Step 3: Select the DVD menu style. The menu can be customized and its text can also be changed. To see the changes, click the “Preview” button.

select DVD menu in Windows DVD Maker

Step 4: Finally hit “Burn” to start burning Windows Movie Maker files to DVD.

Burn Windows Movie Maker to DVD

So now if someone asks - can you burn a DVD from Windows Movie Maker? You now not only know the answer but also the process.

Let me know, please. kinds Regards