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I Am Legend

I Am Legend (2007) - Jumpscare Guide

20071:41:00
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7.2
PG-13

Plot

Robert Neville is a scientist who was unable to stop the spread of the terrible virus that was incurable and man-made. Immune, Neville is now the last human survivor in what is left of New York City and perhaps the world. For three years, Neville has faithfully sent out daily radio messages, desperate to find any other survivors who might be out there. But he is not alone.

Director

Francis Lawrence
Francis Lawrence

Cast

Will Smith
Will SmithRobert Neville
Alice Braga
Alice BragaAnna Montez
Charlie Tahan
Charlie TahanEthan
Dash Mihok
Dash MihokAlpha Male
Salli Richardson-Whitfield
Salli Richardson-WhitfieldZoe Neville
Willow Smith
Willow SmithMarley Neville
Emma Thompson
Emma ThompsonDr. Alice Krippin
Darrell Foster
Darrell FosterMike - Military Escort
Joanna Numata
Joanna NumataAlpha Female
Samuel GlenMilitary Driver - Jay
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Does I Am Legend Have Jump Scares?

YesI Am Legend (2007) has 9 jump scares (2 major, 7 minor)

First scare: 00:04:06 | Last scare: 01:27:58

Scare Level: Moderate — Standard horror

Jumpscare Rating
D

High Jumpscares

Short: Intense and frequent scares designed to keep you on edge. Approach with caution.

I Am Legend 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: 2Minor: 7Intensity: 11

Contains 2 major jumpscares and 7 minor jumpscares.

2.8/10
GATEWAY
A stepping stone to more intense horror. Today Gateway, tomorrow Nightmare.
Fear Factor Analysis
Gateway
Flashing LightsGore/BloodBody HorrorNeedlesAnimal DeathSuicideAnxietyTortureFireStalking

Common Questions About I Am Legend

Total Jumpscares: 9

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Jumpscare Timeline

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Start Movie

00:00:00 / 01:41:00
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Jumpscare Details

00:04:06
Minor

A startled deer suddenly bolts across the c3RvbG darkened road directly into Robert's path, forcing him to brake hard.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:06:59
Major

As Robert steadies his rifle to shoot the grazing deer, a massive lion explosively pounces from the shadows, mauling its prey.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:15:14
Major

During a tense flashback conversation, a shrieking infected suddenly slams against the car window with violent force.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:17:10
Minor

The diseased rat violently throws itself against the glass container wall, desperately trying to escape.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:29:56
Minor

Robert's flashlight beam cuts through the darkness, c291cm suddenly illuminating a horrifying crowd of motionless infected standing in the shadows.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:31:04
Minor

An infected person bursts from hiding and lunges directly at Robert with inhuman speed and aggression.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:36:33
Minor

What appeared to be a lifeless infected corpse suddenly springs to life, leaping onto the examination table with a bone-chilling shriek.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

01:24:01
Minor

Robert is blindsided as an infected person tackles him to the ground from behind in a violent ambush.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

01:27:58
Minor

A horde of screaming infected suddenly bm90c2 floods into the laboratory, crashing through barriers with terrifying intensity.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

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