Jaws & Jaws 2

Steven Spielberg’s JAWS (PG, 1975, 124 min)  

A Retro annual 4th of July tradition! When a massive great white shark begins menacing the small island community of Amity, local police chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) must overcome his fear of the water to stop the predator. He teams up with a cynical oceanographer (Richard Dreyfuss) and a grizzled shark hunter (Robert Shaw) to take the fight to the open sea. Featuring a legendary John Williams score and career-defining performances, Jaws created the summer blockbuster. It is a masterpiece of suspense, building dread with every mechanical movement beneath the surface until the final, explosive showdown. 

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Jeannot Szwarc’s JAWS 2 (PG, 1978, 116 min)  

Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, Chief Brody discovers that another giant great white has arrived in Amity’s coastal waters. While the town officials remain skeptical, Brody’s suspicions are confirmed when a group of teenagers—including his own sons—become trapped at sea during a sailing trip. Roy Scheider returns with his signature grit, battling both the elements and a relentless killing machine. Packed with harrowing close calls and high-stakes rescue attempts, this sequel delivers the visceral shark-attack thrills that made the original a cultural phenomenon.