10 Surprising Facts About Jaws

VOICE OVER: Rebecca Brayton

From a 28-year-old director to a malfunctioning mechanical star, this iconic thriller has a fascinating backstory! Dive into the behind-the-scenes secrets of Spielberg's breakout film that changed cinema forever. Discover how production problems led to ingenious solutions, improvised iconic lines, and a shark that appears for only four minutes in the entire movie! Learn about the infamous "Flaws" nickname, why Spielberg avoided the color red, how Robert Shaw nailed his Indianapolis speech, and why the director initially laughed at John Williams' now-legendary score. Which behind-the-scenes fact surprised you most? Let us know in the comments below!

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