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Who is the composer of the iconic Jaws “shark theme?”

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Retry Correct Incorrect John Williams is the composer of the iconic and ominous sound of the great white shark approaching. The minimalist sound even wound up winning Williams an Academy Award for Best Original Score.
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Who is the composer of the iconic Jaws “shark theme?”

  • Hans Zimmer
  • Jerry Goldsmith
  • Alex North
  • John Williams
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