Jump Scares In
The Special (2020)
02Total 00Major 02Minor
All jump scare data is independently verified for accuracy.
Runtime: 94m
A man seeking revenge on his unfaithful wife is introduced to a mysterious experience known only as “The Special.” His curiosity soon turns into an all-consuming obsession with horrifying consequences.
Recovery & Relief Index
R&R Index
R&R Score Tracks jump scare demand; higher scores indicate greater recovery opportunities.Jump scares are sparse, with long periods of relief mixed with occasional sections where scares appear.7.9 / 10Demand: LightState: Monitoring
Pre-Jump Time Time before the first jump scare.63m13s
Longest Recovery Longest break between jump scares.02m17s
Average Recovery Average break between jump scares.02m17s
Shortest Recovery Shortest break between jump scares.02m17s
Cluster Count 5-minute segments with 3+ jump scares.00
Scare Density Average jump scares per 10 minutes.0.2Low
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Jump Scare FAQ
Common questions. Answered.
Does The Special (2020) have jump scares?
Yes, The Special (2020) features very few jump scares with 02 jump scares.
How many jump scares are in The Special (2020)?
The Special (2020) contains 02 jump scares, including 00 major and 02 minor jump scares.
When is the first jump scare in The Special (2020)?
The first jump scare in The Special (2020) appears at 01:03:13.
Scare Styles
Primary trigger classifications for jump scares.
Ambush
Sudden movement or rapid action.
01
Background Lurker
An already-present element becomes abruptly recognizable.
00
Diegetic
An in-world sound is the primary trigger.
01
Environmental
The setting initiates the trigger.
00
Framing Reveal
A camera-driven shift reveals something not previously registered.
00
Jump Cut
An abrupt cut creates a startling visual contrast.
00
Stinger
A non-diegetic musical or synthetic cue.
00
Unveiling
An in-scene action reveals something previously concealed.
00
Jump Scare Timestamps
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02Total00Major02Minor
01:03:13Minor
Jerry grabs a woman from behind, accompanied by a loud, booming stinger.
Ambush
01:05:30Minor
A woman wakes up with a gasp, accompanied by a low booming stinger.
Diegetic
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