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Jaws

Jaws

The terrifying motion picture from the terrifying No. 1 best seller.

When the seaside community of Amity finds itself under attack by a dangerous great white shark, the town's chief of police, a young marine biologist, and a grizzled hunter embark on a desperate quest to destroy the beast before it strikes again.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Jaws
  • Genres: Horror, Thriller, Adventure
  • Release Date: 1975-06-20
  • Runtime: 124 minutes
  • Rating: 7.677/10 (11003 votes)
  • Budget: $7,000,000
  • Revenue: $470,653,000
  • Production Companies: The Zanuck/Brown Company, Universal Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 14.5186
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Roy Scheider

Roy Scheider

as Brody

Robert Shaw

Robert Shaw

as Quint

Richard Dreyfuss

Richard Dreyfuss

as Hooper

Lorraine Gary

Lorraine Gary

as Ellen Brody

Murray Hamilton

Murray Hamilton

as Vaughn

Carl Gottlieb

Carl Gottlieb

as Meadows

Jeffrey Kramer

Jeffrey Kramer

as Hendricks

Susan Backlinie

Susan Backlinie

as Chrissie

Jonathan Filley

Jonathan Filley

as Cassidy

Ted Grossman

Ted Grossman

as Estuary Victim

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Daniel Craig on watching Jaws at age six

50th Anniversary Official Trailer

The First Victim (Chrissie’s Death Scene)

'JAWS' Turns 50 | Adrien Brody, Zoe Saldaña, Mikey Madison, & More On The Film's Cultural Impact

Lorraine Gary and Ben Mankiewicz Discuss JAWS (Clip) | TCMFF 2025

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jaws?

Jaws is a Horror, Thriller, Adventure movie directed by . It was released on 1975-06-20.

Who are the main actors in Jaws?

The main cast includes Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss, Lorraine Gary, Murray Hamilton, .

Where can I watch Jaws online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Jaws is available.

Is Jaws based on a true story?

The terrifying motion picture from the terrifying No. 1 best seller.

What is the IMDb rating of Jaws?

Jaws has an IMDb rating of 7.677/10 based on 11003 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Jaws?

The movie had a production budget of $7,000,000 and earned $470,653,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Jaws?

The soundtrack was composed by The Zanuck/Brown Company, Universal Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Jaws filmed?

Jaws was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Jaws?

The total runtime of Jaws is 124 minutes.

Is Jaws suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Jaws?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Jaws.

Does Jaws have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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