Jaws is coming back to movie theaters


The original summer blockbuster is heading right back into movie theaters. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Jaws, Turner Classic Movies is partnering with Universal to bring the Steven Spielberg classic back to the big screen in theaters across the country.
Jaws will play in nearly 500 theaters across the United States on Sunday, June 21 and Wednesday, June 24. Each screening will be preceded by a special introduction from TCM host Ben Mankiewicz, describing Jaws' overall influence and legacy. You can check here to see if it's playing at a theater near you.
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