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Jaws 2 1978

“Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water...”

★ 6.0/10 · 2,146 votes PG HorrorThriller Released
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What is Jaws 2?

Jaws 2 is a 1978 thriller film directed by Jeannot Szwarc. The film continues the story of Amity Island following the events of the original Jaws.

Type
Film
Year
1978
Status
Released
Runtime
117 minutes
Release date
Jun 16, 1978
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Universal Pictures, The Zanuck/Brown Company
Budget
$20,000,000
Revenue
$187,884,000
Genres
Horror, Thriller
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⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.2/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.3/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.1/10
🎬 Production Scale9.3/10
🎯 Feature Film #Horror #Thriller 🔥 Fan Favorite
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Jaws 2 is a 1978 thriller film directed by Jeannot Szwarc. The film continues the story of Amity Island following the events of the original Jaws. Police chief Brody faces a new threat when a second massive shark begins terrorizing the coastal waters, putting the island's citizens in danger. Brody must once again take action to protect the community from this deadly marine predator. The film features Roy Scheider reprising his role as Police Chief Martin Brody, alongside Lorraine Gary as his wife Ellen Brody. The movie was produced by Universal Pictures and released theatrically in 1978. The plot centers on Brody's efforts to defend Amity Island residents from the renewed shark threat that has returned to menace the area. As the shark attacks resume, Brody finds himself in the familiar position of having to confront another dangerous sea creature that poses a serious risk to public safety. The film maintains the suspenseful tone of its predecessor while exploring the psychological impact of renewed danger on the island community.

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Should you watch it?

“Police chief Brody must protect the citizens of Amity from a second monstrous shark.”

Reasons to watch
  • sequel to a classic
  • tension-filled premise
Keep in mind
  • follows a highly acclaimed predecessor

Watch it if you enjoy creature-feature thrillers set in coastal communities.

The film is rated PG and contains horror and thriller elements.

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What is the genre of Jaws 2?

It is classified as a horror and thriller film.

Who directed the film?

Jeannot Szwarc directed the movie.

When was the film released?

The film was released in the United States on June 16, 1978.

Is this a sequel?

Yes, it is the second installment in the Jaws franchise and the sequel to the 1975 film Jaws.

What is the runtime?

The film has a runtime of one hour and fifty-seven minutes.

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