From behind-the-scenes stories and casting quirks to the fascinating inspirations behind the original novel, this episode is a rich tribute to one of the greatest American movies ever made. Pat brings his signature depth of knowledge and love for classic film to share stories that even die-hard fans might not know. Whether you're a lifelong Jaws fanatic or just rediscovering its magic, this episode is a nostalgic thrill ride into open waters.

Episode Highlights:

• Pat Jankiewicz breaks down how Jaws changed the face of filmmaking forever while honoring its legacy 50 years later.
• Why Jaws holds up despite being a product of the 1970s
• The real-life shark attacks that inspired Peter Benchley’s novel
• Casting chaos and the surprising path to Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, and Richard Dreyfuss
• Behind-the-scenes drama and technical struggles during filming
• How Jaws defined the modern blockbuster and inspired Shark Week

More Pat? Check out episode 175, where we dive into The Incredible Hulk TV series.

• Hulk Companion Book
• Buck Rogers Companion Book
• JAWS Companion Book
• IMDB

More Jaws?

• Jaws 2 deep dive with Billy Van Zandt
• Joe Alves - building the shark
• Carl Gottlieb interview

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