Jaws 50th Anniversary

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Universal City, Calif., March 5, 2025 – On June 20, 1975, Steven Spielberg’s Jaws was unleashed by Universal Pictures, quickly becoming a cultural phenomenon. Now, 50 years later, the film remains one of the most influential and gripping adventures in motion picture history. To mark this milestone, a nearly year-long celebration has kicked off through a theatrical re-release, an anniversary edition on Digital and Blu-ray, summer streaming on Peacock of the film, all-new merchandise in various categories and much more — including the upcoming Jaws: The Exhibition, planned by the Academy Museum. The most epic summer blockbuster is back and bigger than ever!

As announced during the 97th Oscars telecast this past weekend, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will debut Jaws: The Exhibition on view beginning September 14, with tickets available now. The Academy Museum exhibition, the first ever of this size dedicated to a specific film, celebrates the Academy’s largest collection object—the sole surviving shark from Jaws —and is timed to the film’s landmark anniversary. Visitors will step into the world of the iconic film, scene-by-scene, as it translates the movie into a spatial experience with over 200 original objects including concept illustrations, costumes and props. To top it off, exclusive new merchandise will be available in the Academy Museum Store celebrating the legacy of the film.

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In April, the 2025 TCM Classic Film Festival will host the first theatrical screening of the year with a special 50th anniversary presentation of the film. Fans around the country can also join in on the celebration beginning on August 29 through September 4 when Jaws returns to the big screen.

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Alamo Drafthouse Cinema will kick off its summer-long Jaws celebration over Memorial Day weekend this May. Their theaters nationwide will be hosting Jaws Movie Party screenings featuring a special menu and fun props along with limited-edition popcorn buckets and merchandise. Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, special Jaws on the Water screenings will take place at Lake Travis in Austin, Texas, this June and July. Additionally, in the most fitting of locations — Martha’s Vineyard — fans can enjoy an unforgettable experience on June 21 as part of the Alamo Drafthouse Rolling Roadshow, in partnership with The Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce and Circuit Arts.

For those looking to venture to Amity Island from the comfort of their own home, Jaws will be streaming exclusively on Peacock starting June 15 along with Jaws 2, Jaws 3-D and Jaws: The Revenge. For the ultimate Jaws fans, a 50th Anniversary special edition of the film will be re-released on Digital and Disc with all-new bonus material this summer.

The anniversary continues by celebrating one of most iconic achievements in film music history. In collaboration with Back Lot Music and Universal Pictures, Mondo will release a definitive and newly remastered presentation of the legendary score by John Williams on 2xLP vinyl.

Featuring the film’s iconic imagery and memorable scenes and quotes, new products across fashion, toys, publishing, collectible partners and more are available now and coming soon including: