‘Jaws’ returning to movie theaters for 50th anniversary in summer 2025
The 1975 summer blockbuster “Jaws” will return to movie theaters around the country for Labor Day Weekend 2025 and stream on Peacock this summer for its 50th anniversary celebration.
Last updated May 6, 2025; original version published March 11, 2025.
“Jaws” not only changed how people viewed sharks in 1975, it also changed the way audiences viewed horror. After the Bruce prop (the nickname given to the shark as a nod to director Steven Spielberg lawyer) was having issues, some of his scenes were cut. This created a bit of a happy accident. Suddenly the shark offscreen became even scarier.
Check out another film coming back to theaters this summer: “Star Wars, Revenge of the Sith.”
2025 dates for ‘Jaws’ in movie theaters
To truly enjoy “Jaws,” you’re gonna need a bigger screen. This Labor Day Weekend, from Aug. 29 – Sept. 4, 2025, “Jaws” will be back in movie theaters.
Additionally, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema will play the movie nationwide throughout the summer, starting on Memorial Day Weekend. Fans can expect themed food items, as well as popcorn buckets and “Jaws”-themed merchandise.
Photo courtesy of Alamo Drafthouse Cinema.
If you’re hoping to add this Jawsome popcorn bucket to your collection, head to the website now. While it’s listed as Sold Out, you can sign up for a notification for when they’re available again. Many other themed items can be pre-ordered as well, including a shark float. Perfect for any beach vacation.
For those brave enough to get back in the water, Lake Travis in Austin, Texas will host “Jaws” screenings this June and July.
If you want some extra nostalgia, you can go back to where it all started. The original “Jaws” was filmed in Martha’s Vineyard, and The Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce and Circuit Arts has teamed up with Alamo Drafthouse Rolling Roadshow to host a screening on June 21, 2025.
Fans can also enjoy ‘Jaws’ this summer from the safety of their couch
If you prefer to enjoy this classic at home where you can grab a Narragansett and “crush it like Quint,” there are some at-home opportunities, too. Starting June 15, 2025, Peacock will be exclusively streaming “Jaws” as well as its sequels: “Jaws 2,” “Jaws 3-D,” and “Jaws: The Revenge.” Additionally, for those who collect physical media, Universal will rerelease the film on Blu-ray. A digital option will be available as well.
More ‘Jaws’ celebrations beyond movie theaters
If you need more “Jaws” fun than just rewatching the movie in a theater, there is plenty to go around. Jaws: The Exhibition will debut at the Academy Museum near Hollywood starting Sept. 14, 2025. Furthermore, beginning in May, Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Studios Florida will launch special merchandise, food offerings, and more.
About the film
Based on the book by Peter Benchley, “Jaws” first came to theaters in summer of 1975. The film was directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Roy Scheider, Richard Dreyfuss, and Robert Shaw. “Jaws” is known as the first summer blockbuster.
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