Jaws (1975)
- Jun 19, 1975
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 19
PG | 2h 4min | 9/10 | Adventure, Horror, Thriller
Parental Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested, Some material may not be suitable for children.)
STORYLINE
Jaws (1975) is a groundbreaking thriller that revolutionized the summer blockbuster. The story is set in the small seaside town of Amity Island, where a giant great white shark begins to terrorize the local beaches. After several attacks, Police Chief Martin Brody teams up with marine biologist Matt Hooper and grizzled shark hunter Quint to hunt down the monstrous predator. As they venture into the open sea, they face unimaginable dangers in a suspenseful and terrifying battle of man versus nature. The film's iconic score and masterful direction keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
CREDITS
Director: Steven Spielberg
Writers:
- Peter Benchley (screenplay)
- Carl Gottlieb (screenplay)
- Peter Benchley (novel)
Starring:
- Roy Scheider as Chief Martin Brody
- Robert Shaw as Quint
- Richard Dreyfuss as Matt Hooper
- Lorraine Gary as Ellen Brody
- Murray Hamilton as Mayor Larry Vaughn
Produced by:
- Richard D. Zanuck
- David Brown
Production Companies:
- Zanuck/Brown Company
- Universal Pictures
Cinematography: Bill Butler
Edited by: Verna Fields
Music by: John Williams
Distributed by: Universal Pictures
Release date: June 20, 1975
Run Time: 2h 4min
Country: United States
Languages: English
Budget: $9 million
Box office: $472 million
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