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Jaws 3-D (1983): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch

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Jaws 3-D is a 1983 adventure thriller directed by Joe Alves, starring Dennis Quaid, Louis Gossett Jr. and Lea Thompson. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and earned $88 million worldwide. Critics gave it 11% on Rotten Tomatoes and 27 on Metacritic. Stream it on Netflix and Starz, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Rotten Tomatoes
11%
worldwide gross
$88M
Metascore
27
Jaws 3-D (1983) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 39m (99 min)
Director
Joe Alves
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Jaws 3-D About?

The premise of Jaws 3-D without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A massive great white shark, searching for its lost pup, threatens a seaside theme park, creating widespread panic. Marine biologist Kathryn Morgan and park manager Calvin Bouchard team up to confront the dangerous predator. They enlist the help of two dolphins in an attempt to understand the shark’s behavior and ultimately stop it before it causes further destruction and endangers everyone at the park.

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Where to watch

Where to Watch Jaws 3-D

Stream it on Netflix and Starz, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

Jaws 3-D Cast

Dennis Quaid leads the cast, with Louis Gossett Jr. and Lea Thompson. Directed by Joe Alves; 9 actors are credited in all.

Ratings

Jaws 3-D Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Jaws 3-D 11% on Rotten Tomatoes and 27 on Metacritic.

Plot

Jaws 3-D Plot Summary

What happens in Jaws 3-D from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

As the chief engineer at SeaWorld Orlando, Michael “Mike” Brody (son of the respected police chief Martin Brody) skillfully manages the daily operations of the park alongside his girlfriend, Kathryn “Kay” Morgan, a senior biologist at the facility. The aquatic attraction features exhilarating elements, including newly built underwater tunnels that offer a stunning view into the depths of marine life. Yet, beneath the serene surface, troubling signs begin to emerge.

When the lagoon gates malfunction, a formidable great white shark silently slips into the waters of the park, its presence only made known by the sudden vanishing of unsuspecting water skiers. As Kay and her team grow increasingly anxious, they note that the resident dolphins—particularly Cindy and Sandy—refuse to leave their enclosure, sensing the lurking peril beneath the waves.

Full summary

The whole story of Jaws 3-D, scene by scene

Read the full summary
Box office

Jaws 3-D Box Office

Jaws 3-D grossed $88 million worldwide. $45.5 million came from the US and Canada and $42.5 million (48%) from the rest of the world.

1983 box office

Worldwide gross

$88M

US & Canada
$45.5M
International
$42.5M
US & Canada 52% Rest of the world 48%
Videos

Jaws 3-D Trailers & Videos

4 videos: 2 teasers and 2 clips.

Jaws 3-D (1983) (TV Spot)
  • Teaser Jaws 3-D (1983) - Teaser Trailer HD 1080p
  • Clip Welcome To Sea World! - Extended Preview
  • Clip Shark Attack At The Opening Ceremony - Extended Preview
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Jaws 3-D?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in Jaws 3-D

5 cars on screen, including the 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine and the E-Z-Go X-440.

All 5 cars
  • 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine in Jaws 3-D 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine Minor role
  • E-Z-Go X-440 in Jaws 3-D E-Z-Go X-440 Minor role
  • 1967 Ford Mustang in Jaws 3-D 1967 Ford Mustang Minor role
  • Jeep CJ-5 in Jaws 3-D Jeep CJ-5 Minor role
Details

Jaws 3-D Also Known As

33 alternative titles, including “Jaws 3 People 0” and “Jaws III”.

Also known as
  • Jaws 3 People 0
  • Jaws III
  • Jaws 3-D: El gran tiburón
  • Tiburón 3
  • Щелепи 3-D
  • El gran tiburón (Tiburón 3)
  • Tiburón 3: El Gran Tiburón (1983)
  • Tiburón 3-D
  • Hàm Cá Mập 3D
  • 大白鯊3
  • Lo squalo 3
  • Челюсти 3
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  • Les Dents de la mer 3
  • Der weiße Hai 3
  • Tubarão 3
  • Tappajahai 3
  • Haisommer 3
  • Cápa 3.
  • Dødens gab 3
  • Hajen 3
  • מלתעות 3
  • Fălci 3-D
  • Szczęki 3
  • Čelisti III
  • 大白鲨3
  • 大白鯊3:一柱擎天
  • 죠스 3
  • Щелепи 3
  • Tiburón 3-D: El Gran Tiburón
  • จอว์ส 3
  • Čeľuste 3
  • ジョーズ3
  • Ralje 3, ზვიგენები 3-D

Seen Jaws 3-D?

FAQ

Jaws 3-D FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Jaws 3-D, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Jaws 3-D?

Jaws 3-D runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

When was Jaws 3-D released?

Jaws 3-D was released on July 22, 1983.

Who directed Jaws 3-D?

Jaws 3-D was directed by Joe Alves.

More films by Joe Alves

Who is in the cast of Jaws 3-D?

Jaws 3-D stars Dennis Quaid, Louis Gossett Jr. and Lea Thompson, among 9 credited actors.

Where can I watch Jaws 3-D?

In the US, Jaws 3-D is streaming on Netflix, Starz and YouTube Free and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How much did Jaws 3-D make at the box office?

Jaws 3-D grossed $88 million worldwide ($45.5 million domestic, $42.5 million international).

How is Jaws 3-D rated?

Jaws 3-D has 11% on Rotten Tomatoes, 27 on Metacritic and 45% on TMDB.

Does Jaws 3-D have a post-credit scene?

No. Jaws 3-D has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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