Paper movie poster for 'Jaws' 1979 re-release

This poster advertises the 1979 theatrical re-release of Steven Spielberg's iconic 1975 thriller 'Jaws,' which became a cultural phenomenon and is widely credited with creating the summer blockbuster model. The film tells the story of a great white shark terrorizing a beach community, and its success revolutionized Hollywood marketing and distribution strategies. Re-release posters from 1979 are sought after by collectors because they represent a key moment when Universal Pictures brought the film back to theaters to capitalize on its enduring popularity. Movie poster collectors, film memorabilia enthusiasts, and fans of classic cinema highly value original theatrical posters from both the initial 1975 release and subsequent re-releases. These posters are prized for their iconic Roger Kastel artwork featuring the menacing shark approaching an unsuspecting swimmer, which has become one of the most recognizable images in film history.