Jump Scares In
The Wicker Man (1973)
04Total 00Major 04Minor
All jump scare data is independently verified for accuracy.
Runtime: 88m
A devout police officer travels to a remote island to investigate the disappearance of a missing girl. As he navigates the villagers’ strange customs, he begins to uncover a mystery that challenges his beliefs.
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.4.7 / 10Demand: ModerateState: Engaged
Pre-Jump Time Time before the first jump scare.61m06s
Longest Recovery Longest break between jump scares.05m12s
Average Recovery Average break between jump scares.03m00s
Shortest Recovery Shortest break between jump scares.01m31s
Cluster Count 5-minute segments with 3+ jump scares.01
Scare Density Average jump scares per 10 minutes.0.5Low
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Jump Scare FAQ
Common questions. Answered.
Does The Wicker Man (1973) have jump scares?
Yes, The Wicker Man (1973) features few jump scares with 04 jump scares.
How many jump scares are in The Wicker Man (1973)?
The Wicker Man (1973) contains 04 jump scares, including 00 major and 04 minor jump scares.
When is the first jump scare in The Wicker Man (1973)?
The first jump scare in The Wicker Man (1973) appears at 01:01:06.
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.
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.
00
Unveiling
An in-scene action reveals something previously concealed.
02
Jump Scare Timestamps
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04Total00Major04Minor
01:01:06Minor
While investigating, Sergeant Howie opens a closet door, and a person falls out.
Unveiling
01:02:37Minor
When the coffin is opened, music suddenly plays as a body is revealed inside with coins over the eyes.
Unveiling
01:04:53Minor
After Sergeant Howie wakes up, the camera pulls back to reveal a severed hand beside him, accompanied by a musical stinger.
Framing Reveal
01:10:05Minor
During a ritual, the celebrant in a hare costume has its head chopped off.
Ambush
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