Precise jump scare timestamps & structured scare data.
612 curated jump scare timestamps across 117 movies, 01 TV seasons, and 01 video games, all classified using our documented Scare Criteria.
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Lamb (2021)
Lamb (2021)
Midori: The Girl in the Freak Show (1992)
Midori: The Girl in the Freak Show (1992)
Zodiac (2007)
Zodiac (2007)
XX (2017)
XX (2017)
Wounds (2019)
Wounds (2019)
Would You Rather (2012)
Would You Rather (2012)
Wolf Creek (2005)
Wolf Creek (2005)
White Chamber (2018)
White Chamber (2018)
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Verified Jump Scare Timestamps
Every jump scare timestamp is individually reviewed using the same documented Scare Criteria. Definitions don’t shift from title to title. The goal is clarity, not noise.
For sensitive or phobic viewers, accuracy isn’t optional. Consistency comes first.
Beyond Jump Scare Counts
Each title includes more than a scare count.
You’ll find total jump scare counts, first jump scare timestamp, major and minor classifications, scare style labels, and spoiler-aware formatting with redaction controls. You decide what to see and what to skip.
Understanding the Rhythm of Fear
Jump scares are only part of the experience. The pace, anticipation before, and vigilance after shape how a film feels.
The Recovery & Relief (R&R) Index measures spacing, clustering, & recovery intervals to reflect that demand.
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What is Where’s The Scares?
Where’s The Scares? is a manually verified horror jump scare database featuring precise jump scare timestamps, structured scare counts, and pacing analysis built for recovery and relief. Each title includes precise jump scare timestamps, structured scare counts, and pacing data so viewers can engage with horror with more comfort, clarity, and control.
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How do I find jump scare timestamps?
Use the search bar to find any horror movie, TV season, or video game in our database. Each page includes verified jump scare timestamps, total jump scare counts, and the first jump scare timestamp so you can prepare in advance or skip moments entirely.
You can also browse the Movie Database to explore titles directly.
How are jump scares defined & verified?
Every jump scare is evaluated using consistent criteria and documented standards. We assess abruptness, contrast, and narrative intention before classifying a moment as a jump scare.
If a correction is submitted, the moment is rechecked directly against the source before any update is published.
Note: Runtime variations, platforms, or alternate versions may affect timestamps.
See our Scare Criteria for full documentation.
What jump scare data is included?
Each page includes a verified jump scare count, broken down into major and minor classifications, along with the first jump scare timestamp. For movies, pacing metrics such as Scare Density and the Recovery & Relief (R&R) Score offer deeper insight into how those scares are spaced.
Can this help me avoid or skip jump scares?
Yes. Where’s The Scares? provides exact jump scare timestamps and structured scare data so you can prepare for, pace, or skip jump scares entirely. Descriptions are spoiler-light, and reveal controls allow you to choose how much detail to view.
You can also browse curated lists of horror movies by scare count, including horror movies with zero jump scares.
Can I submit jump scare timestamps?
Direct timestamp submissions are not accepted, but tips and corrections are welcome. Every report is reviewed and reverified before changes go live to protect the consistency and integrity of the database.
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