Overview
- Universal released five new posters spotlighting Jaws’ August 29 return to theaters in IMAX, 3D and 4DX editions.
- A trailer launched alongside the posters previews the shark’s first full reveal and Roy Scheider’s improvised “You’re gonna need a bigger boat” line.
- National Geographic will premiere the Jaws@50 documentary on July 10, featuring Spielberg’s introduction and interviews with director Laurent Bouzereau and Wendy Benchley.
- Jaws debuted June 20, 1975, as the first summer blockbuster, grossing $123 million domestically on its initial run and $265.8 million including subsequent reissues.
- June also saw the release of a 50th anniversary 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD box set, extending the celebration to home media platforms.