Set in 1974 during the troubled filming of the iconic movie Jaws, The Shark Is Broken takes audiences behind the scenes of one of Hollywood’s most legendary productions. Stranded on a small boat between takes, actors Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss, and Roy Scheider find themselves battling more than just the ocean. Delays caused by unpredictable weather and a malfunctioning mechanical shark leave the actors with plenty of time to pass on the cramped vessel.

As tensions rise, personalities clash, egos collide, and plenty of alcohol flows, leading to sharp humor, candid conversations, and unexpected moments of reflection. What begins as frustration slowly reveals the human side of filmmaking and the challenges behind creating a cinematic masterpiece.

The Shark Is Broken offers a witty and entertaining look at the chaos behind Hollywood’s first blockbuster. This clever stage production celebrates film history while giving audiences an intimate glimpse into the personalities, pressures, and unpredictable moments that helped shape the legendary movie Jaws.