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TMDB19752h 4mHorror / Thriller / Adventure

Jaws

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.

TMDB audience score

Based on 11,923 votes

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Jaws at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Long watch · 2h 4m

At 2h 4m it runs over two hours.

Genres

Horror · Thriller · Adventure

TMDB files it under horror, thriller, and adventure.

US availability

3 subscriptions · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 3 subscription services: Netflix, YouTube TV, and Netflix Standard with Ads. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.7 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 11,923 votes, a strong audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Jaws tonight

  • It needs the whole evening: 2h 4m.
  • It is included with Netflix, YouTube TV, and Netflix Standard with Ads in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • TMDB users rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 11,923 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Jaws

Is Jaws scary?
MyCinema has not rated Jaws for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, thriller, and adventure film. It is rated PG in the United States.
Where can I watch Jaws in the US?
Jaws streams on Netflix, YouTube TV, and Netflix Standard with Ads and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Jaws?
Jaws runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).
Is Jaws suitable for kids?
Jaws is rated PG in the United States, which means parental guidance is advised. It may suit older children with an adult, but it is not made for young ones.

Next movie

Jaws 2

1978, 1h 57m

Police chief Brody must protect the citizens of Amity after a second monstrous shark begins terrorizing the waters.

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