

Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story
2025-06-20 · 88 min · ★ 7.5
The authorized documentary celebrating the film that redefined Hollywood, 50 years after its premiere. Featuring rare archival footage and interviews with acclaimed Hollywood directors alongside Steven Spielberg, top shark scientists, and conservationists, the film uncovers the behind-the-scenes chaos and how the film launched the summer blockbuster, inspired a new wave of filmmakers, and paved the way for shark conservation that continues today.
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Production details
- Directors
- Laurent Bouzereau
- Production companies
- National Geographic, Nedland Films, Amblin Television
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Steven SpielbergSelf
Cameron CroweSelf
Jordan PeeleSelf
Steven SoderberghSelf
Carl GottliebSelf
J.J. AbramsSelf
Emily BluntSelf
George LucasSelf
Robert ZemeckisSelf
James CameronSelf
Guillermo del ToroSelf
John WilliamsSelf
Joe AlvesSelf
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