On Saturday, New York Toy Fair 2025 kicked off at the Jacob K. Javits Center in New York City for its annual trade show dedicated to all things play. On hand at the event was collectible toymaker NECA. During the event, it was announced that NECA would release a new collection of toys and games to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the movie “Jaws.” With the reveal came pre-orders for each item, which included new action figures and a remake of the 1975 “Jaws” game.
The Game Of Jaws
The most notable reveal for the 50th anniversary of “Jaws” is a modern update to “The Game of Jaws.” First released in 1975, “The Game of Jaws” was a spring-loaded dexterity game where players had to remove plastic maritime items from the shark’s mouth using a plastic gaff without the shark’s mouth snapping shut.
The 50th anniversary edition release from NECA doesn’t change the game’s mechanics but gives the game a significant upgrade in appearance thanks to its state-of-the-art, detailed sculpting and paint applications. These help bring to life the 15-inch shark and the 15 different accessories to fish out of the shark’s belly, including an anchor, a boot, fish bones, a skull, a tire, a lantern, a glove, and more.
“The Game of Jaws” 50th Anniversary Edition is available for pre-order now from NECA for $59.99 and is expected to ship in Q3 2025.
50th Anniversary Ultimate Matt Hooper (Amity Arrival) 7″ Scale Action Figure
For the 50th anniversary of “Jaws” NECA is releasing a new Ultimate Action Figure of the character Matt Hooper, famously portrayed by Richard Dreyfuss in the film. The seven-inch scale figure is based on the young oceanographer’s appearance when arriving at Amity Island in the movie. This all-new Ultimate Matt Hooper action figure comes with multiple interchangeable heads and hands, as well as fishing hook, scuba tank, cup, crushed cup, shark dart, and duffel bag accessories. He also features interchangeable arms in his denim jacket or sweater for an alternative look.
The 50th Anniversary Ultimate Matt Hooper (Amity Arrival) 7″ scale action figure is available for pre-order from NECA for $34.99 and is expected to ship in Q3 2025.
50th Anniversary Ultimate Sam Quint 7″ Scale Action Figure
In addition to Matt Hooper, Orca captain Sam Quint is also getting a new Ultimate action figure for the film’s 50th anniversary. Standing in seven-inch scale, the figure includes multiple interchangeable heads, hands, and arms for an alternate look. Plus, a machete, can, crushed can, rifle, and harpoon gun accessories.
The 50th Anniversary Ultimate Sam Quint 7″ scale action figure is available for pre-order now for NECA for $34.99 and is expected to ship in Q3 2025.
For “Jaws” fans looking to get their hands on both 50th anniversary Ultimate figures, NECA is also offering pre-orders for a bundle that includes both the 50th Anniversary Ultimate Matt Hooper (Amity Arrival) and 50th Anniversary Ultimate Sam Quint action figures for $69.98. Both Ultimate figures are packaged separately and come in collector-friendly window box packaging with opening front flap.
Released on June 20, 1975, “Jaws” is considered one of the most outstanding achievements in cinematic history. The thriller, directed by Steven Spielberg, paved the way for what would become known as the summer blockbuster. “Jaws” is the thrilling tale of a great white shark that terrorizes the small summer resort town of Amity Island. It follows Police Chief Martin Brody, marine biologist Matt Hooper, and professional shark hunter Sam Quint as they embark on a dangerous mission to hunt down and eliminate the deadly predator.
