Jump Scares In
Possum (2018)
04Total 01Major 03Minor
All jump scare data is independently verified for accuracy.
Runtime: 85m
A disgraced puppeteer returns to his childhood home. Haunted by his traumatic past, he struggles to rid himself of a disturbing presence as his grip on reality begins to unravel.
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.5.4 / 10Demand: ModerateState: Engaged
Pre-Jump Time Time before the first jump scare.27m48s
Longest Recovery Longest break between jump scares.32m08s
Average Recovery Average break between jump scares.17m13s
Shortest Recovery Shortest break between jump scares.06m18s
Cluster Count 5-minute segments with 3+ jump scares.00
Scare Density Average jump scares per 10 minutes.0.5Low
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Jump Scare FAQ
Common questions. Answered.
Does Possum (2018) have jump scares?
Yes, Possum (2018) features few jump scares with 04 jump scares.
How many jump scares are in Possum (2018)?
Possum (2018) contains 04 jump scares, including 01 major and 03 minor jump scares.
When is the first jump scare in Possum (2018)?
The first jump scare in Possum (2018) appears at 00:27:48.
Scare Styles
Primary trigger classifications for jump scares.
Ambush
Sudden movement or rapid action.
00
Background Lurker
An already-present element becomes abruptly recognizable.
02
Diegetic
An in-world sound is the primary trigger.
00
Environmental
The setting initiates the trigger.
00
Framing Reveal
A camera-driven shift reveals something not previously registered.
01
Jump Cut
An abrupt cut creates a startling visual contrast.
00
Stinger
A non-diegetic musical or synthetic cue.
01
Unveiling
An in-scene action reveals something previously concealed.
00
Jump Scare Timestamps
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04Total01Major03Minor
00:27:48Minor
Philip pushes the puppet off the bed, accompanied by a pitched drumming stinger.
Stinger
00:59:56Minor
The puppet slowly moves toward Philip.
Background Lurker
01:13:08Minor
As Philip approaches the door, the puppet's eyes appear in the small window, accompanied by a pitchy stinger.
Framing Reveal
01:19:26Major
A masked attacker emerges from the shadows of a dark corner of the room, accompanied by a crackling stinger.
Background Lurker
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