Why Didn’T Roy Scheider Play In Jaws 3? The Shocking Reason

Roy Scheider, who played Police Chief Martin Brody in the first two Jaws films, wasn’t interested in Jaws 3. He famously said, “Mephistopheles couldn’t talk me into doing it … They knew better than to even ask”. Instead of returning for Jaws 3-D, he chose to star in the action film Blue Thunder.

Scheider’s decision to pass on Jaws 3 was a calculated move. He saw Blue Thunder as a more challenging and interesting role. The film was a gritty, action-packed thriller with a strong social commentary on police brutality and the use of advanced technology. He felt that it was a more substantial project than Jaws 3, which he saw as a cash-grab sequel with little artistic merit.

Jaws 3 was intended to capitalize on the popularity of the Jaws franchise, but it ultimately failed to deliver on the promise of the original film. While the film used 3D technology to create a more immersive experience, the plot and characters were widely criticized. The film was a commercial success, but it was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews, further solidifying Scheider’s decision to turn it down.