Jaws

1975·Movie
2h 4min·PG
IMDb8.1Metacritic878.6Rotten Tomatoes97%91%

Where to watch

NetflixYouTube TV

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Jaws fingerprint

Relentless energy, stunning style, light on feelings.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and nerve-racking

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Tension9
  • Scare9

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction and performances

  • Direction9
  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Standout cinematography, score, and sound design

  • Cinematography9
  • Music Composition9
  • Sound Centrality9

Who it's for

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About

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 shark hunter embark on a desperate quest to kill the beast before it strikes again.
Summer BlockbusterIconic Monster MovieSuspenseful ThrillerGroundbreaking Visual EffectsNautical AdventureSmall Town TerrorClassic CinemaSpielbergBased on a Novel

Crew

Directed by:
Steven Spielberg, Joe Alves, Tom Joyner
Written by:
Carl Gottlieb, Peter Benchley, Peter Benchley
Produced by:
Richard D. Zanuck, James Fargo, David Brown
Composed by:
Michael McKean, Harry Shearer, John Williams

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Jaws

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Jaws legally?

NetflixYouTube TV

Jaws is included with a subscription to Netflix and YouTube TV in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Jaws worth watching?

87
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88/100 (IMDb 8.1, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 87). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Jaws rated?

PGViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Jaws?

2 h 4 min

Jaws runs 2 h 4 min.

Is Jaws based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Jaws?

Critics92
Audiences86

Yes. Critics average 92 and audiences 86 out of 100, so both groups see Jaws much the same way.

Was Jaws a box office hit?

Budget$7 million
Box office$471 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $7 million to make and earned $471 million worldwide, 67.2 times its budget.

What language is Jaws in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Jaws?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Jaws in 137 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Jaws use?

Artistic License – Marine BiologySelf-PlagiarismIn-Camera EffectsArgument of ContradictionsDouble TakeThe World's Expert (on Getting Killed)Burning the ShipsThe Film of the BookIgnored ExpertCrowd PanicOffscreen VillainyKill the Lightsand 168 more

TV Tropes lists 180 storytelling tropes for Jaws, including Artistic License – Marine Biology, Self-Plagiarism, In-Camera Effects.

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