You’re going to want to stay out of the water — again.Steven Spielberg’sJawsis celebrating its50th anniversary, and Universal is going all-in on the blockbuster that made people fear the ocean (and piers, and boats, and skinny-dipping).Whether you’re a lifelong fanof the original man-versus-shark thriller or one of the last land-dwellers who’s never seen it, summer 2025 is packed with ways to relive (or finally experience) the mayhem of Amity Island.
The biggest news?Jawsis swimmingonto IMAX screens across the country at the end of August, giving fans the rare chance to see Bruce in all his 70mm glory. Tickets are already on sale, so grab yours nowbefore the ocean runs dry. If you’re not near an IMAX theater, don’t worry —Jawsis also diving back intoAlamo Drafthouse locations nationwide, keeping its theatrical run alive with beachside beers and heart-pounding dread. And if you’re planning a trip to Los Angeles, don’t missJaws: The Exhibitionat theAcademy Museum of Motion Pictures, openingSeptember 14, where you’re able to dive deeper into the film’s legacy, production history, and, yes, probably the mechanics of that famously uncooperative shark, Bruce.
There’s also new50th anniversary merchandise, a4K UHD SteelBook release, and an immersive“Amity Island Summer” event at Universal Studios Hollywoodthat promises to bring the town’s doomed beach season to life (hopefully without the actual fatalities).From replica signs to retro swimsuits and collector’s items, there’s no shortage of ways to show your love for cinema’s original apex predator.
Where Can I Watch Jaws Now?
Can’t make it to a theater?Good news:Jawsand its three sequels willswim onto Netflix on July 15. That’s right — you can binge all four movies from your couch, pool float, or shark cage (we won’t judge). The full lineup includes:
Jawscomes to IMAX next month.Grab your tickets now.
