Jaws 50th Anniversary 4K Blu-ray SteelBook Arrives June 17

Jaws, directed by Steven Spielberg, revolutionized the summer blockbuster in 1975 and remains a landmark suspense film. Universal Pictures Home Entertainment commemorates the film's 50th anniversary with a 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and Digital release scheduled for June 17, 2025. The release also includes a limited edition SteelBook featuring exclusive artwork.

This anniversary edition presents over five hours of bonus features, including a never-before-seen documentary, JAWS @ 50: THE DEFINITIVE INSIDE STORY, directed by Laurent Bouzereau and produced in collaboration with National Geographic, Amblin Documentaries, Nedland Media, and Wendy Benchley. The documentary offers an authorized inside perspective on the film's production and its lasting impact on cinema and shark conservation.

The story follows the coastal town of Amity as it confronts a deadly great white shark menace. Key characters include the town's chief of police (Roy Scheider), marine biologist (Richard Dreyfuss), and shark hunter (Robert Shaw). The film is noted for its score by John Williams, which heightens the tension throughout the film.

Additional bonus features cover deleted scenes, outtakes, archival footage, and an exploration of the film’s restoration process. Included documentaries analyze the film's cultural legacy and influence on later filmmakers. The release also offers access to JAWS archives such as storyboards, production photos, marketing materials, and trailers.

Technical specifics for the 4K UHD disc include a 2.35:1 widescreen aspect ratio at 2160p resolution with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HDR10. Audio tracks are available in Dolby Atmos English, DTS-HD 7.1 French European audio, DTS Digital Surround for Latin American Spanish, plus English DTS Digital Surround and Dolby Digital options. Subtitles include English, French Canadian, and Latin American Spanish. Run time is approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes.

The documentary Blu-ray features a 1.78:1 widescreen presentation with Dolby Digital stereo audio and subtitles in the same languages. Its runtime is approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes.

Release Contents:

• JAWS @ 50: THE DEFINITIVE INSIDE STORY: Never-before-seen documentary featuring interviews with Steven Spielberg, directors, and shark scientists.
• Deleted Scenes and Outtakes: Over 13 minutes of additional footage.
• The Making of JAWS: Full-length documentary with archival footage and extensive interviews.
• JAWS: The Restoration: Detailed look at the restoration process.
• The Shark is Still Working: The Impact and Legacy of JAWS: Fan documentary on cultural influence.
• JAWS Archives: Storyboards, production photos, marketing materials.
• From the Set: Exclusive footage available on disc only.
• Theatrical Trailer

Release Date: June 17, 2025