Jaws

Roy Scheider plays Police Chief Martin Brody, who is responsible for ensuring the safety of the beachgoers amidst the shark attacks.

Robert Shaw portrays Quint, a seasoned shark hunter hired to help catch the great white shark.

Richard Dreyfuss plays Matt Hooper, an oceanographer who assists in the investigation of the shark's behavior.

Lorraine Gary portrays Ellen Brody, the wife of Police Chief Brody, who supports him during the crisis.

Murray Hamilton plays Mayor Larry Vaughn, who prioritizes the town's tourism over public safety.

Carl Gottlieb portrays Meadows, a newspaper reporter covering the shark attacks.

Jeffrey Kramer plays Hendricks, a local deputy who assists Chief Brody in managing the shark threat.

Susan Backlinie portrays Chrissie, the first victim of the shark in the film.

Jonathan Filley plays Cassidy, a minor character associated with the events at the beach.

Ted Grossman appears as the Estuary Victim, another unfortunate victim of the shark.

Chris Rebello plays Michael Brody, the son of Chief Brody, who faces the danger of the shark.

Jay Mello portrays Sean Brody, the younger son of Police Chief Brody.