Jump Scares In
Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978)
06Total 01Major 05Minor
All jump scare data is independently verified for accuracy.
Runtime: 115m
A health inspector in San Francisco begins to suspect that something is wrong when people claim their loved ones aren’t who they used to be. As paranoia spreads, something seems to be replacing humanity one person at a time.
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.4.6 / 10Demand: ModerateState: Engaged
Pre-Jump Time Time before the first jump scare.12m26s
Longest Recovery Longest break between jump scares.51m17s
Average Recovery Average break between jump scares.20m19s
Shortest Recovery Shortest break between jump scares.04m56s
Cluster Count 5-minute segments with 3+ jump scares.00
Scare Density Average jump scares per 10 minutes.0.5Low
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Jump Scare FAQ
Common questions. Answered.
Does Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) have jump scares?
Yes, Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) features few jump scares with 06 jump scares.
How many jump scares are in Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978)?
Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) contains 06 jump scares, including 01 major and 05 minor jump scares.
When is the first jump scare in Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978)?
The first jump scare in Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) appears at 00:12:26.
Scare Styles
Primary trigger classifications for jump scares.
Ambush
Sudden movement or rapid action.
02
Background Lurker
An already-present element becomes abruptly recognizable.
00
Diegetic
An in-world sound is the primary trigger.
03
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.
01
Jump Scare Timestamps
Tracked & verified. Reveal or redact, you decide.
Platforms, ads, and alternate cuts may affect timestamps.
06Total01Major05Minor
00:12:26Minor
A cut from night to day is marked by the buzz of an alarm clock.
Diegetic
00:23:08Minor
Matthew is startled when Elizabeth puts her hand on his shoulder.
Ambush
00:41:31Minor
When the sheet is removed from the man, a woman screams.
Unveiling
00:46:27Minor
The man opens his eyes, accompanied by a gong-like stinger.
Ambush
01:37:44Minor
A quiet, tense moment is broken by an old woman's shrill scream.
Diegetic
01:54:02Major
A man suddenly points and lets out a piercing scream.
Diegetic
More Horror Movie Jump Scares
Explore more horror movies with verified jump scares.
FeardotCom (2002)
FeardotCom (2002)
Maximum Overdrive (1986)
Maximum Overdrive (1986)
Megan Is Missing (2011)
Megan Is Missing (2011)
Eden Lake (2008)