The Daily Jaws

This is what happens when a two-part JAWS 50 interview with Matt Hooper actor, the legendary Richard Dreyfuss , reaches its final reel. Part two picks up right where we left off, with the Academy Award-winning actor going deeper into what made Hooper tick, how seriously he took the shark science, and why JAWS manages to terrify you long before you ever see a fin. He also answers questions sent in...

The Daily Jaws presents an exclusive, in-depth conversation with Academy Award-winning actor Richard Dreyfuss , recorded as part of the official 50th anniversary celebrations of Jaws . One of cinema’s most iconic performers, Richard sits down with the world’s number one JAWS fan site, The Daily Jaws , for an intimate interview so expansive it could only be told across two parts. While Richard Drey...

In this 50th anniversary special, The Daily Jaws dives deep into The Farmer and the Shark: A Jaws Tale — the brand new documentary uncovering the life and legacy of Craig Kingsbury, the Martha’s Vineyard local who inspired the character of Quint and portrayed the unforgettable fisherman Ben Gardner in Jaws. Ross Williams is joined by filmmaker John Campopiano (Pennywise: The Story of IT, Snapper:...

In this special 50th anniversary episode of The Daily Jaws Podcast, Ross Williams sits down with novelist and publisher Jeremy Wagner — also known as the guitarist for death metal legends Broken Hope and one of the world’s foremost collectors of Jaws memorabilia. Jeremy shares how a battered paperback of Jaws first captured his imagination in 1975, why Robert Shaw’s Quint remains his favourite cha...

For our 50th anniversary series, Ross Williams sits down with Hollywood veteran and lifelong Jaws fan Nick Marra. Nick’s career in special effects and creature creation has spanned films like Sin City, The Hateful Eight, Jurassic Park, and cult favourite Lake Placid - but Jaws has always been the film that shaped his life and work. In this episode, Nick recalls seeing Jaws for the first time in 19...

For this 50th anniversary special, Ross welcomes back artist, photographer, and shark conservationist Euan Rannachan – the man behind the Jaws photo, the viral image of a great white shark that continues to stop people in their tracks every time it resurfaces online. Euan reflects on his first time watching Jaws as a child, how the film planted both fear and fascination, and why he sees sharks as...

In this very special 50th anniversary conversation, Ross welcomes acclaimed actor, writer, and director Andy Nyman to The Daily Jaws Podcast. Known for his standout performances in Peaky Blinders, Severance, Wicked, and the recent miniseries Lockerbie, Andy is also a lifelong Jaws fan whose first encounter with Spielberg’s masterpiece left a lasting impact on his life and career. Andy recalls seei...

For this 50th anniversary conversation, Ross is joined by filmmaker and podcaster Jamie Benning , the creator of the celebrated Filmumentaries series and the fan-favourite project Inside Jaws . Jamie has spent years blending behind-the-scenes stories, rare footage and commentary into immersive explorations of cinema’s most iconic films. In this wide-ranging discussion, Jamie shares his personal jo...

In this episode of The Daily Jaws 50th anniversary series, Ross Williams is joined by one of the UK’s most respected film writers, Ian Nathan. Former editor of Empire magazine, creator of acclaimed behind-the-scenes documentaries and author of numerous books including Steven Spielberg: The Iconic Filmmaker and His Work, Ian has spent his career exploring the craft and legacy of cinema’s greatest s...

In this very special 50th anniversary interview, Ross is joined by British acting and writing royalty, Reece Shearsmith. Best known for Inside No. 9, Psychoville, and as a founding member of The League of Gentlemen, Reece shares his lifelong love of Jaws and the impact the film has had on him as both a fan and a storyteller. Reece recalls first watching Jaws far too young during the heyday of VHS...

For 50 years, Jaws has inspired fans across the world — but online, the film has taken on a life of its own. In this special round-table episode, Ross brings together the admins behind some of the biggest Jaws Facebook communities: Amity Jaws Group, Let’s Talk Jaws Live, and Jaws 50. Joining the call are Martin Bushel and Robin Tierney of Amity Jaws Group, Nate Jones of Let’s Talk Jaws Live, and M...

The Daily Jaws 50th anniversary interview series continues with actor, comedian, and master impressionist Jim Meskimen. Known as “the man of a thousand voices,” Jim sits down with Ross Williams to share his own voice—and his love for Jaws. From an early brush with sharks on Happy Days (yes, the infamous “jump the shark” episode was Jim’s first TV job) to seeing Jaws in the cinema as a 15-year-old,...

In this very special 50th anniversary conversation, Ross welcomes writer, producer and host Phil Rosenthal — the creator of Everybody Loves Raymond and star of Netflix’s Somebody Feed Phil. Phil takes us back to 1975 and his opening day experience of Jaws, describing it as the single most thrilling cinema event of his life. From memories of packed theatres, flying popcorn and the unforgettable jum...

In this 50th anniversary special, The Daily Jaws sits down with actor, writer, and comedian Tim Vine to talk about the film that has fascinated him for decades. Tim recalls first seeing Jaws on TV in the early 80s, then later catching it in the cinema where he couldn’t resist telling the audience, “This is the best film ever made.” He explains why the film rewards repeat viewings, from tiny backgr...

In this 50th anniversary episode, The Daily Jaws sits down with Charles de Lauzirika — award-winning producer and documentarian behind some of the most celebrated DVD and Blu-ray box sets ever released. Known for his restoration work on Alien 3 and producing Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner: The Final Cut, Charles joins Ross Williams to discuss his lifelong love of Jaws. Charles recalls seeing Jaws on...

In one of the most recognisable viral moments in Jaws fan history, a photo of a baby in a handcrafted “Jaws crib” took the internet by storm. Ten years later, Ross sits down with the stars of that photo — Mikey (the original Jaws Baby), his dad Mark, and crib creator/uncle Joe — to hear the full story behind the image that captured the imagination of fans worldwide. They share how the crib was mad...

In this special 50th anniversary episode of The Daily Jaws podcast, Ross Williams sits down with acclaimed novelist and screenwriter Joe Hill (The Black Phone, Horns) to dive deep into his lifelong love of Jaws. From childhood memories of watching the film endlessly on his father Stephen King’s early video disc player, to discovering its emotional heart in the tender moments between Brody and his...

In this 50th anniversary special of The Daily Jaws Podcast, Ross Williams is joined by Dan Murrell — four-time Emmy-nominated producer of Honest Trailers, former Screen Junkies member, and one of Ross’s all-time favourite film critics. Dan shares the story behind the Jaws poster that’s travelled with him since his teens, recalls the first time he saw Spielberg’s masterpiece, and explains why his l...

In this 50th anniversary special, The Daily Jaws sits down with legendary special effects technician Cal Acord, one of the original behind-the-scenes heroes who helped bring Bruce the mechanical shark to life. Cal shares an extraordinary first-hand account of his time on Jaws, revealing how the SFX team defied technical odds to get the shark working on open water. From designing hydraulic systems...

In this 50th anniversary special, The Daily Jaws sits down with rock drumming legend Charlie Benante , best known for his work with Anthrax and currently touring with Pantera , to explore his lifelong obsession with Jaws . Charlie shares vivid memories of seeing the film on 86th Street in Manhattan with his sisters, the thrill of the lobby photos, and how Jaws changed his life forever. He dives in...

In this episode, Ross Williams welcomes actor Jim Murray MBE, known for his roles in The Crown, Masters of the Air, and many other screen and stage productions. A longtime friend of The Daily Jaws and a devoted fan of the film, Jim talks about watching Jaws on a bootleg VHS as a child and why it’s remained the gold standard in storytelling ever since. He explains why Robert Shaw’s performance as Q...

In this special 50th anniversary episode of The Daily Jaws podcast, Ross Williams sits down with DJ, music producer, and longtime Jaws fan DJ Suss One - best known for spinning for Mariah Carey and holding down the decks on The Sherri Shepherd Show. A lifelong devotee of Spielberg’s shark epic, DJ Suss One reflects on how Jaws has stayed with him from childhood to today… especially whenever he fal...

In this special 50th anniversary episode of The Daily Jaws podcast, Ross Williams sits down with legendary British filmmaker Neil Marshall , the creative force behind The Descent , Dog Soldiers , and some of the most iconic episodes of Game of Thrones . A master of suspense and horror, Neil dives deep into the cinematic brilliance of Jaws and its lasting influence on his own work. From seeing Jaws...

In this legendary 50th anniversary episode of The Daily Jaws Podcast, Ross Williams is joined by none other than iconic Guns N’ Roses guitarist and lifelong Jaws superfan — Slash. From the moment he watched Jaws as a 10-year-old in Century City, Slash was hooked. In this conversation, Slash opens up about his childhood memories of seeing the film, the unforgettable impact of John Williams' score,...

In this powerful and deeply personal 50th anniversary edition of The Daily Jaws Podcast , Ross Williams sits down with actor and writer Ian Shaw — son of Robert Shaw, the man who brought Quint to unforgettable life. Recorded aboard a replica of the Orca stage set, this episode explores Ian’s extraordinary journey: from growing up with a father immortalised in one of the most iconic films ever made...