Is Steven Spielberg Up For A “Jaws” Reboot?
Let me preface anything I write next with the following: we’re not just talking about one of the most iconic films ever, but it’s also among my top 2-3 my favorite movies off all-time. Seriously, like there’s “The Godfather” (and II), “Star Wars,” and the 1975 Steven Spielberg classic, “Jaws.”
It’s almost 50 years old and still stands the test of time. I’ve owned a copy whether VHS, DVD, Blu Ray, or Digital for my entire adult life. So when I heard that Universal was considering a “reboot,” I was of two minds. One, OMG…let’s go! Then, my rational thought: what are we doing here? You can never top the original, so why try? Luckily, Spielberg thinks the same. He’s officially told Universal, “No” to an offer to re do the movie. Not only that, he’s apparently told them it’s a hard “NO” forever. He will never be cool with the idea of a reboot. And since he’s only the most successful director of all-time, has a deal with Universal-so they want to keep him happy, chances are slim the studio will try to go over his head, around him, or against his wishes. Good.