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Dark Water

Dark Water (2005) - Jumpscare Guide

20051:45:00
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5.6
PG-13

Plot

Dahlia and her five-year-old daughter are ready to begin a new life together. But their new apartment — dilapidated and worn — suddenly seems to take on a life of its own. Mysterious noises, persistent leaks of dark water and other strange happenings send Dahlia on a haunting and mystifying pursuit — one that unleashes a torrent of living nightmares.

Director

Walter Salles
Walter Salles

Cast

Jennifer Connelly
Jennifer ConnellyDahlia Williams
John C. Reilly
John C. ReillyMr. Murray
Tim Roth
Tim RothJeff Platzer
Dougray Scott
Dougray ScottKyle Williams
Pete Postlethwaite
Pete PostlethwaiteVeeck
Ariel Gade
Ariel GadeCeci
Camryn Manheim
Camryn ManheimTeacher
Perla Haney-Jardine
Perla Haney-JardineNatasha / Young Dahlia
Debra Monk
Debra MonkYoung Dahlia's Teacher
Linda Emond
Linda EmondMediator
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Does Dark Water Have Jump Scares?

YesDark Water (2005) has 7 jump scares (0 major, 7 minor)

First scare: 00:24:58 | Last scare: 01:22:25

Scare Level: Moderate — Standard horror

Jumpscare Rating
C

Moderate Jumpscares

Short: Moderate scare frequency with mixed intensity levels. Prepare for some startling moments.

Dark Water achieves a C rating with moderate jumpscare frequency balanced throughout the runtime. The film blends atmospheric tension with calculated shock moments, using a mix of visual misdirection and well-timed sound design. Appropriate for intermediate horror fans comfortable with regular scares that enhance without overwhelming the experience.

Analysis:

Total: 7Minor: 7Intensity: 7

Contains 7 minor jumpscares.

1.9/10
COZY
Horror-lite that focuses on atmosphere over shock. Great for a cozy movie night without the nightmares.
Fear Factor Analysis
Cozy

Common Questions About Dark Water

Total Jumpscares: 7

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00:00:00 / 01:45:00
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Jumpscare Details

00:24:58
Minor

Mr. Veeck stands up in c3RvbG an elevator while Dahlia looks through a window.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:28:42
Minor

The elevator door suddenly begins to close.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:35:44
Minor

Mr. Veeck appears behind Dahlia.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:53:59
Minor

Dahlia turns a corner and runs into two teenagers.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:55:03
Minor

The reflection of one c291cm teenager is visible in a washing machine window.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:57:22
Minor

Dahlia looks into the washing machine window, briefly seeing an image of a screaming girl.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

01:22:25
Minor

Dahlia sees a drowned girl in a water tank, who suddenly opens her eyes

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

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