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Alien Resurrection

Alien Resurrection (1997) - Jumpscare Guide

19971:49:00
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6.2
R

Plot

Two hundred years after Lt. Ripley died, a group of scientists clone her, hoping to breed the ultimate weapon. But the new Ripley is full of surprises … as are the new aliens. Ripley must team with a band of smugglers to keep the creatures from reaching Earth.

Director

Jean-Pierre Jeunet
Jean-Pierre Jeunet

Cast

Sigourney Weaver
Sigourney WeaverRipley
Winona Ryder
Winona RyderCall
Dominique Pinon
Dominique PinonVriess
Ron Perlman
Ron PerlmanJohner
Gary Dourdan
Gary DourdanChristie
Michael Wincott
Michael WincottElgyn
Kim Flowers
Kim FlowersHillard
Dan Hedaya
Dan HedayaGeneral Perez
J.E. Freeman
J.E. FreemanDr. Wren
Brad Dourif
Brad DourifGediman
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Does Alien Resurrection Have Jump Scares?

YesAlien Resurrection (1997) has 9 jump scares (1 major, 8 minor)

First scare: 00:31:45 | Last scare: 01:42:34

Scare Level: Moderate — Standard horror

Jumpscare Rating
D

High Jumpscares

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

Alien Resurrection earns a D rating through its relentless jumpscare frequency and significant intensity. The shock moments feature powerful visual changes combined with loud sound effects designed to maximize startle response. Scare sequences appear with minimal respite, making this suitable only for brave viewers with high horror tolerance.

Analysis:

Total: 9Major: 1Minor: 8Intensity: 10

Contains 1 major jumpscare and 8 minor jumpscares.

2.6/10
GATEWAY
Scares are telegraphed enough that you can brace yourself. Like a roller coaster where you see the drops coming.
Fear Factor Analysis
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Common Questions About Alien Resurrection

Total Jumpscares: 9

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Jumpscare Timeline

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Start Movie

00:00:00 / 01:49:00
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Jumpscare Details

00:31:45
Minor

The alien's inner jaw explosively shoots from its c3RvbG mouth like a bullet, slamming against the reinforced glass barrier with tremendous force.

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00:41:07
Minor

Dr. Gediman is violently seized by a powerful alien hand and dragged screaming into the dark hole before he can react.

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00:47:57
Major

Behind an unsuspecting Elgyn, a severed pressure hose suddenly drops and begins hissing ominously, signaling imminent danger.

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01:04:15
Minor

A man who appeared lifeless suddenly bolts upright with a terrified shout, startling everyone in the vicinity.

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01:13:25
Minor

A Face Hugger launches itself through the c291cm air with lightning speed, clamping onto Ripley's face with its spider-like legs.

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01:32:25
Minor

Purvis is suddenly struck by a gunshot, his body jerking backward from the unexpected impact.

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01:37:54
Minor

The alien's massive head whips around toward Ripley, snapping its razor-sharp teeth mere inches from her face.

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01:41:25
Minor

A towering alien suddenly materializes behind Call, releasing a bone-chilling roar that echoes through the corridors.

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01:42:34
Minor

The wounded alien lets out one final, defiant bm90c2 roar at Call as it succumbs to its injuries with violent thrashing.

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