Rob Stewart, director and star of the documentary "Sharkwater," is on a mission to protect sharks , and debunk common myths made popular by bloodthirsty creatures portrayed in the popular movie "Jaws."

Stewart's journey included a battle with shark poachers, gunboat chases and attempted murder charges that forced him, and his crew, to run for their lives.

"Sharkwater" appears in theaters nationwide Nov. 2.
(SHARKWATER Productions)