Roy Scheider News

Blue Thunder - Blu-ray Review

Aug 17, 2009, 14:51 GMT

If ever there was a title suited for Blu-ray it might be Blue Thunder (or is that Blu Thunder?). It flies onto high definition, but doesn’t offer anything more that what already appeared on the standard definition special edition. It’s a fun film that sucks me in every time. ... more

In photos: 'Smiles From The Stars: A Tribute to the Life and Work of Roy Scheider'

Apr 6, 2009, 20:42 GMT

We have added a new set of images from the event 'Smiles From The Stars: A Tribute to the Life and Work of Roy Scheider.' ... more

The French Connection - Blu-ray Review

Mar 4, 2009, 13:16 GMT

William Friedkin's 1971 Best Picture winner 'The French Connection' established a sub-genre all its own, the gritty cop drama, the effects of which are still felt today in any number of television shows and movies. ... more

Roy Scheider dies

Feb 11, 2008, 12:35 GMT

'Jaws' star Roy Scheider died on Sunday (10.02.08) after losing his cancer battle. ... more

Roy Scheider, star of Jaws, dies at 75

Feb 11, 2008, 6:39 GMT

New York - Actor Roy Scheider, best-known for his role as the police chief and reluctant shark hunter in 'Jaws,' has died in hospital in Little Rock in the US state of Arkansas. He was 75. ... more