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Shaun of the Dead

Shaun of the Dead (2004) - Jumpscare Guide

20041:39:00
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7.8
R

Plot

Shaun lives a supremely uneventful life, which revolves around his girlfriend, his mother, and, above all, his local pub. This gentle routine is threatened when the dead return to life and make strenuous attempts to snack on ordinary Londoners.

Director

Edgar Wright
Edgar Wright

Cast

Simon Pegg
Simon PeggShaun
Nick Frost
Nick FrostEd
Kate Ashfield
Kate AshfieldLiz
Lucy Davis
Lucy DavisDianne
Dylan Moran
Dylan MoranDavid
Jessica Hynes
Jessica HynesYvonne
Penelope Wilton
Penelope WiltonBarbara
Bill Nighy
Bill NighyPhillip
Martin Freeman
Martin FreemanDeclan
Matt Lucas
Matt LucasCousin Tom
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Does Shaun of the Dead Have Jump Scares?

YesShaun of the Dead (2004) has 13 jump scares (0 major, 13 minor)

First scare: 00:08:33 | Last scare: 01:33:46

Scare Level: Moderate — Standard horror

Jumpscare Rating
D

High Jumpscares

Short: Frequent jumpscares with significant intensity. Not recommended for sensitive viewers.

With a D rating, Shaun of the Dead delivers numerous intense jumpscares designed to keep audiences on edge. The film uses extreme visual shifts and piercing sound design to create potent shock moments concentrated throughout the runtime. This high-intensity approach is recommended only for viewers comfortable with frequent, aggressive scare sequences.

Analysis:

Total: 13Minor: 13Intensity: 13

Contains 13 minor jumpscares.

3.5/10
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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Gore/BloodBody Horror

Common Questions About Shaun of the Dead

Total Jumpscares: 13

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Jumpscare Timeline

See when jumpscares occur throughout the movie

Start Movie

00:00:00 / 01:39:00
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Jumpscare Details

00:08:33
Minor

Nelson suddenly appears behind Shaun as c3RvbG he reads the morning paper, startling him with an unexpected greeting.

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00:11:27
Minor

Shaun jumps back in surprise as Noel unexpectedly pops up, catching him completely off guard.

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00:13:17
Minor

Shaun accidentally collides with Yvonne while walking, both recoiling from the sudden unexpected encounter.

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00:30:49
Minor

Shaun and Ed slowly turn around to discover another shuffling zombie has wandered into their backyard.

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00:40:09
Minor

Pete's bloodied hand suddenly emerges from c291cm behind the bathroom shower curtain, revealing his infected state.

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00:44:09
Minor

Barbara frantically bursts through the lounge door, startling Shaun with her sudden panicked entrance.

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00:46:37
Minor

Phillip spins around to find a groaning zombie standing directly behind him in the cramped space.

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00:53:59
Minor

Shaun glances back in horror to see that Phillip has transformed into a flesh-hungry zombie.

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00:55:55
Minor

Shaun's survival group suddenly encounters bm90c2 another band of survivors, creating a tense standoff moment.

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00:58:16
Minor

Both Shaun and a zombie crash through the wooden fence simultaneously from opposite sides.

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01:11:11
Minor

David freezes as he feels the cold, decaying hand of a zombie suddenly touch his shoulder.

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01:22:16
Minor

A horde of zombies violently smash through the pub window where David is standing guard.

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01:33:46
Minor

Zombified Ed suddenly bends down c2NyYX and attempts to bite Shaun's arm with snapping teeth.

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