Jaws
Runtime
124 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Jaws (1975)

American Movie1975Rating 7.7
📌 Available on Disney+ and Netflix and Starz🛡️ Parental guidance PG
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Three men set out on a doomed voyage across dark waters, bound by desperation and the primal need to survive. Jaws taps into something raw and fundamental—the terror of the unseen, the violence lurking beneath civilization's surface, and the choices that define us when facing our darkest fears. Their hunt becomes not just a battle against a creature, but a confrontation with their own mortality and the fragility of human courage.

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Runtime
124 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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⭐ 85.7/100📊 4 sources🕒 2026-05-17
IMDb8.1/10731.1K votes81
Rotten Tomatoes97%97
Metacritic87/10087
TMDB7.7/1011.5K votes76.8
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DirectorSteven Spielberg
WritingCarl GottliebPeter Benchley
CastRoy ScheiderRobert ShawRichard DreyfussLorraine GaryMurray Hamilton
ProductionDavid BrownRichard D. Zanuck
MusicJohn WilliamsRobert L. HoytJohn R. Carter
CinematographyMichael ChapmanValerie TaylorRon Taylor

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Jaws is currently listed across official watch options including Disney+, Netflix, Starz and Apple TV +1 more.

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Audio: English, French, Spanish
Subtitles: Multiple
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An editorial snapshot using the title’s recorded currency: budget, revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple without forcing USD conversion.

🏆Historic outlier67.2x
💱Analysis currency: USD
🏆 Historic outlier

Revenue became exceptional against a very small cost base

The return multiple is extremely high because the reported production budget is unusually small compared with the recorded box office revenue.
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Historic commercial outlier
The release delivered $470.7M against a reported budget of $7M to become an exceptional return case against its production cost.
💹 Return multiple: 67.2x📈 ROI: +6,624%🧾 Historic outlier
💰Budget
$7M7 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$470.7M470.7 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🏆Commercial gap
+$463.7M+463.7 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🏆Return multiple
67.2x67.2x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
Relative map for a low-budget outlier
Relative scale — outlier figures
Budget
$7M
Revenue
$470.7M
Commercial gap
+$463.7M
Budget: $7M • Revenue: $470.7M • Commercial gap: +$463.7M ROI +6,624%
This commercial analysis treats the title as an exceptional low-budget/high-return case, so the return multiple should be read as an outlier rather than a normal blockbuster comparison. — Return multiple is far above normal blockbuster ranges.
Note: this figure sits outside normal commercial ranges, so it is treated as an outlier rather than a standard comparison.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.

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Director: Steven Spielberg

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1Where can I watch Jaws movie?
The movie is available on multiple platforms including Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV, and Starz. Choose your preferred streaming service and enjoy watching this cinematic classic.
2Is Jaws suitable for children?
Jaws is classified as a horror and thriller film, making it more suitable for teenagers and adults. It contains frightening scenes that may be disturbing for younger children.
3Who directed Jaws?
Jaws was directed by legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg, who demonstrated his genius in creating this classic work in 1975. It's considered one of his most important early films.
4What is the duration of Jaws?
Jaws has a runtime of 124 minutes, approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes. This length allows for a compelling story filled with adventure and suspense.
5What is the plot of Jaws?
The film follows the coastal town of Amity facing mysterious terror in the summer of 1975, as a mysterious sea creature begins preying on swimmers one after another. A peaceful beach transforms into a warzone, and the town must confront this frightening threat.
6Who are the main actors in Jaws?
The film features talented actors including Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss, Lorraine Gary, and Murray Hamilton. Their outstanding performances contributed significantly to the success of this timeless cinematic masterpiece.

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