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1408

1408 (2007) - Jumpscare Guide

20071:44:00
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6.8
PG-13

Plot

A man who specializes in debunking paranormal occurrences checks into the fabled room 1408 in the Dolphin Hotel. Soon after settling in, he confronts genuine terror.

Director

Mikael Håfström
Mikael Håfström

Cast

John Cusack
John CusackMike Enslin
Samuel L. Jackson
Samuel L. JacksonGerald Olin
Mary McCormack
Mary McCormackLilly Enslin
Jasmine Jessica Anthony
Jasmine Jessica AnthonyKatie
Tony Shalhoub
Tony ShalhoubSam Farrell
Alexandra Silber
Alexandra SilberYoung Woman at Bookstore
Noah Lee Margetts
Noah Lee MargettsBellboy
William Armstrong
William ArmstrongClay
Paul Birchard
Paul BirchardMr. Innkeeper
Margot Leicester
Margot LeicesterMrs. Innkeeper
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Does 1408 Have Jump Scares?

Yes1408 (2007) has 12 jump scares (3 major, 9 minor)

First scare: 00:26:42 | Last scare: 01:45:08

Scare Level: Moderate — Standard horror

Jumpscare Rating
D

High Jumpscares

Short: Numerous powerful jumpscares that will test your nerves. Only for brave viewers.

1408 receives a D rating due to frequent, intense jumpscares that test viewer nerves throughout. The film employs aggressive visual cuts paired with jarring audio spikes, creating high scare density with little breathing room. These powerful shock sequences use high-contrast imagery and sudden volume increases for maximum impact. Best suited for experienced horror fans.

Analysis:

Total: 12Major: 3Minor: 9Intensity: 15

Contains 3 major jumpscares and 9 minor jumpscares.

3.6/10
GATEWAY
Scares are telegraphed enough that you can brace yourself. Like a roller coaster where you see the drops coming.
Fear Factor Analysis
Gateway
Flashing LightsGore/BloodSuicideSelf HarmAnxietyGhostsTortureFireClaustrophobia

Common Questions About 1408

Total Jumpscares: 12

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Jumpscare Timeline

See when jumpscares occur throughout the movie

Start Movie

00:00:00 / 01:44:00
4 Safe Zones - Relax

Jumpscare Details

00:26:42
Minor

An elevator chime cuts through the evidence montage. c3RvbG It’s not a typical jump scare, though it might catch sensitive viewers off guard.

00:31:22
Minor

Music begins to play when Mike is looking out the window.

00:39:31
Minor

Music plays when Mike sits on the bed.

00:40:45
Minor

After looking out the window, Mike looks inside and the window abruptly shuts on his hand.

00:45:42
Major

Mike looks out the window and sees someone approach the man c291cm in the adjacent building from behind. He spins around and is also attacked by a knife-wielding ghost.

00:58:07
Major

Mike climbs back into the window and a ghost jumps out at the same time.

01:01:27
Minor

Mike turns on the light and sees a figure in the room with him.

01:06:50
Minor

Mike crawls through the vents and finds a dead body which jumps when touched.

01:07:39
Minor

As Mike turns, the figure in bm90c2 the vents suddenly emerges, punctuated by a sharp sound effect.

01:29:34
Minor

During a quiet moment a fire suddenly starts, accompanied by a sound effect that may startle some viewers.

01:34:02
Minor

As the object in Mike’s hands crumbles away, music abruptly begins to play.

01:45:08
Major

Gerald looks in his car mirror and sees a burnt corpse sitting in the back seat.

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