Take a Bite Out Of This: Behind the Scenes Facts About Jaws

Spielberg Laughed When He First Heard The Theme Song For Jaws

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The first time composer John Williams played the theme song for Jaws, Spielberg laughed in his face. He thought that Williams was playing a joke on him and then asked him what he actually had prepared for the movie’s score. However, Williams wasn’t joking and eventually talked Spielberg into believing that it would work and he was right.

The theme went on to win the Academy Award for the Best Original Score and is one of the most well-recognized scores of all time. Spielberg also later admitted that the film would not have been nearly as successful if he had not trusted Williams about the score for the movie.

See how this movie almost swallowed Spielberg whole.