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It’s been 44 years since Jaws 2 premiered in theaters, but the classic horror movie is a fan favorite among cinephiles. The movie is a sequel to the classic film Jaws. In the original movie, a large shark attacks and kills several people in a small town. The town’s residents hire a professional shark hunter to kill the shark. In Jaws 2, another large shark appears and starts attacking people in the same town. However, things become more complicated this time, and the town’s residents have to figure out how to kill the shark themselves.
Jaws 2 is often considered to be an inferior sequel to the classic 1975 film, but it has several merits that make it worth watching. For one thing, it features an exciting storyline that builds on the original film while also expanding the Jaws universe. Additionally, the movie features some impressive special effects for its time, including a scene where a great white shark eats a boat. Finally, Jaws 2 also features a memorable performance by Roy Scheider, who reprises his role as Police Chief Brody. While it may not be as iconic as the original Jaws, Jaws 2 is still a suspenseful and entertaining thriller that is well worth watching.
Curious about what’s happened to its ensemble cast? It’s been more than four decades since Jaws 2 dominated the big screen, and many of its cast members have established themselves in different projects on and off the camera. Here’s an update on the cast members of the hit thriller film Jaws 2.
Roy Scheider
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Roy Scheider reprised his role as Chief Martin Brody in the hit movie Jaws 2. Scheider was an American actor best known for his roles in the films Jaws and All That Jazz. Born in New Jersey in 1932, Scheider began his career on the stage before making the transition to television and film. In 1975, he starred as police chief Martin Brody in Jaws, one of the highest-grossing films of all time. He later earned an Academy Award nomination for his performance in Bob Fosse’s All That Jazz. In the 1980s, Scheider continued to appear in both blockbuster hits and independent films. He retired from acting in 2005 and died four years later from complications from surgery. Throughout his career, Roy Scheider was acclaimed for his naturalistic style and ability to convey a wide range of emotions on screen. His last on-screen work was in the British thriller Iron Cross, in which he appeared posthumously.
Lorraine Gray
Lorraine Gray portrayed Ellen Brody in the hit movie Jaws 2. Gray is a British actress who has appeared in a number of stage, film, and television productions. After Jaws 2, she went on to appear in such films as 1941 and her last film appearance, Jaws: The Revenge. Gray is considered retired; she has not appeared in anything after 1987.
Murray Hamilton
Murray Hamilton played Mayor Larry Vaughn in Jaws 2. Hamilton was an American character actor who appeared in a wide range of films and television series over the course of his career. He is perhaps best known for his role as the town sheriff in the 1975 thriller Jaws, but he also appeared in such classics as The Graduate and Chinatown. Hamilton began his acting career on Broadway in the 1950s before making the transition to film and television. Throughout his career, he worked with some of Hollywood’s biggest names, including Steven Spielberg, Clint Eastwood, and Francis Ford Coppola. In addition to his work in front of the camera, Hamilton also had a successful career as a voice actor, lending his distinctive baritone to animated films and television shows. He passed away from lung cancer in 1986 at the age of 63.
Joseph Mascolo
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Joseph Mascolo played Len Peterson in Jaws 2. After his appearance in the movie, Mascolo became better known for his role as Stefano DiMera on the soap opera Days of Our Lives. He appeared on the show for over 20 years, becoming one of the most iconic and beloved villains in daytime television history. Mascolo also had roles on shows like Santa Barbara and The Bold and the Beautiful. He passed away in 2016 at the age of 87.
Jeffrey Kramer
Jeffrey Kramer played Deputy Jeff Hendricks in Jaws 2. As an actor, Kramer appeared in projects like Santa Claus: The Movie, Clue, Hero and the Terror, and Ally McBeal. He earned more acclaim as a producer, having nominated and won Emmy Awards for his behind-the-scenes roles in shows like Ally McBeal and The Practice.Jaws: The Revenge
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