Jump Scares In
Children of the Corn (1984)
08Total 02Major 06Minor
All jump scare data is independently verified for accuracy.
Runtime: 92m
A young couple finds themselves stranded in a rural Nebraska town where they encounter a mysterious group of children. As they search for help, they realize the town holds a deadly secret.
Recovery & Relief Index
R&R Index
R&R Score Tracks jump scare demand; higher scores indicate greater recovery opportunities.Jump scares are common, with uneven periods of relief and a higher chance of short clusters.4.3 / 10Demand: ModerateState: Engaged
Pre-Jump Time Time before the first jump scare.07m20s
Longest Recovery Longest break between jump scares.30m30s
Average Recovery Average break between jump scares.11m35s
Shortest Recovery Shortest break between jump scares.02m47s
Cluster Count 5-minute segments with 3+ jump scares.00
Scare Density Average jump scares per 10 minutes.0.9Low
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Jump Scare FAQ
Common questions. Answered.
Does Children of the Corn (1984) have jump scares?
Yes, Children of the Corn (1984) features some jump scares with 08 jump scares.
How many jump scares are in Children of the Corn (1984)?
Children of the Corn (1984) contains 08 jump scares, including 02 major and 06 minor jump scares.
When is the first jump scare in Children of the Corn (1984)?
The first jump scare in Children of the Corn (1984) appears at 00:07:20.
Scare Styles
Primary trigger classifications for jump scares.
Ambush
Sudden movement or rapid action.
05
Background Lurker
An already-present element becomes abruptly recognizable.
00
Diegetic
An in-world sound is the primary trigger.
02
Environmental
The setting initiates the trigger.
01
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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08Total02Major06Minor
00:07:20Minor
Vicky startles Burt in bed by blowing a party horn.
Diegetic
00:16:21Minor
Vicky yells as Burt slams on the brakes after seeing a child standing in the road.
Ambush
00:21:05Major
The body lying under the blanket in the road sits up, accompanied by a shrill stinger.
Ambush
00:23:52Minor
A knife lands on the Monopoly board.
Ambush
00:32:02Minor
The truck hood slams shut.
Environmental
00:47:13Major
When exiting the bedroom, Burt bumps into Vicky rounding the corner, accompanied by a stinger.
Ambush
01:17:43Minor
A harsh, inhuman voice suddenly calls out.
Diegetic
01:28:23Minor
A cult member suddenly sits up from the back seat, accompanied by a chanting stinger.
Ambush
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