The Spielberg Classic That Tarantino Called The "Greatest Movie Ever" Is Now On Netflix Alongside 3 Sequels

One of Steven Spielberg’s most celebrated movies is now streaming on Netflix, joined by its three sequels. Spielberg has earned a reputation as one of the greatest directors of all time while also being one of the filmmakers who helped define blockbuster movies as we know them today. Out of Spielberg’s vast filmography, he has given audiences several renowned classics.

Over his career, Spielberg has shown amazing versatility in the kinds of movies he makes that appeal to wide audiences. He has given us hard-hitting and prestige dramas with the likes of Saving Private Ryan and his Best Picture winner, Schindler’s List. However, he has also made true crowd-pleasing entertainment with Jaws, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, and the Indiana Jones franchise.

Now Netflix users can enjoy one of his greatest cinematic achievements, which was also hailed by Quentin Tarantino as the “greatest movie ever made“. It also happens that the classic masterpiece of Jaws is a perfect movie to enjoy this summer.

All 4 Jaws Movies Are Now Streaming On Netflix – And It’s Well Timed

2025 Marks The 50th Anniversary Of Spielberg’s Original Jaws

Though Sugarland Express was Steven Spielberg’s debut theatrical movie, Jaws was the one that launched him as one of the most exciting filmmakers in Hollywood. The killer shark picture overcame its troubled production to become the highest-grossing movie of all time for a period while also earning a Best Picture nomination.

“Could This Be Another Jaws Movie?” I’ve Waited 14 Years For Steven Spielberg To Reveal His Perfect Jaws Sequel Pitch

Steven Spielberg once pitched a “very, very good” scene in had in mind for a Jaws sequel, and 14 years later, I’m still waiting for him to reveal it.

Now, fans can revisit the iconic movie as Jaws has been added to Netflix, along with its three sequels. It is good timing for Netflix to acquire the Jaws franchise, as not only is Jaws a classic summer movie, but also because this summer marks the 50th anniversary of the release of Jaws.

The Jaws Franchise	Director	Rotten Tomatoes
Jaws (1975)	Steven Spielberg	97%
Jaws 2 (1978)	Jeannot Szwarc	58%
Jaws 3D (1982)	Joe Alves	11%
Jaws: The Revenge (1987)	Joseph Sargent	2%

As much as Jaws is a classic, the same cannot necessarily be said of the sequels, none of which Spielberg returned to direct. However, it is fun to enjoy the franchise as a whole this summer, with many underrated moments from the sequels, especially for those who love shark attack movies.

Why Jaws Remains A Perfect Summer Blockbuster

Jaws Was The First True Summer Blockbuster

Jaws is often credited as introducing the summer blockbuster, and since then, it has become known as the definitive summer movie. The movie certainly has a summer feel as it takes place on Amity Island during its busy tourist season. It is impressive how the movie manages to capture the fun of sunny beach days while also making them terrifying.

Summer blockbusters have been trying to recapture that kind of tone ever since Jaws.

However, it is also the mood of the movie that perfectly captures the kind of ride audiences seem to enjoy the most during the summer. It is filled with thrills that put them on the edge of their seats, but there is also adventure and even a little humor to ensure that everyone is having a good time, even if they are scared.

Robert Shaw sneering as Quint in the first Jaws movie custom image

There’s A Scene In Jaws Where You Can Really Tell 2 Actors Didn’t Like Each Other

The making of Jaws was filled with obstacles and issues, but the tense relationship between Richard Dreyfuss and Robert Shaw can be seen on screen.

It is for that reason Quentin Tarantino called Jaws the greatest “movie” of all time, as it took the approach of the B-movie and elevated it to something epic. Summer blockbusters have been trying to recapture that kind of tone ever since Jaws, but none have quite found the magic that Steven Spielberg achieved back in 1975.