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The Barrens

The Barrens (2012) - Jumpscare Guide

20121:37:00
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4.6
R

Plot

A man takes his family on a camping trip and becomes convinced they are being stalked by the legendary monster of the New Jersey Pine Barrens: the Jersey Devil.

Director

Darren Lynn Bousman
Darren Lynn Bousman

Cast

Stephen Moyer
Stephen MoyerRichard Vineyard
Mia Kirshner
Mia KirshnerCynthia Vineyard
Allie MacDonald
Allie MacDonaldSadie Vineyard
Erik Knudsen
Erik KnudsenRyan
Demore Barnes
Demore BarnesDeputy Ranger
J. LaRose
J. LaRoseRanger Bob
Max Topplin
Max TopplinZach
Chantelle Chung
Chantelle ChungLaura
Peter DaCunha
Peter DaCunhaDanny Vineyard
David Keeley
David KeeleySheriff Winters
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Does The Barrens Have Jump Scares?

YesThe Barrens (2012) has 5 jump scares (0 major, 5 minor)

First scare: 00:12:25 | Last scare: 01:02:15

Scare Level: Low — Beginner-friendly

Jumpscare Rating
C

Moderate Jumpscares

Short: Decent amount of scares spread throughout. Good for intermediate horror fans.

The Barrens 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: 5Minor: 5Intensity: 5

Contains 5 minor jumpscares.

1.4/10
COZY
A gentle horror experience with minimal scares. Perfect for easing into the genre or watching with friends who scare easily.
Fear Factor Analysis
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Common Questions About The Barrens

Total Jumpscares: 5

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Jumpscare Timeline

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Start Movie

00:00:00 / 01:37:00
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Jumpscare Details

00:12:25
Minor

Richard looks back while driving, then c3RvbG the scene cuts to a deer in the road ahead.

Submitted by: Kevin_85

00:13:15
Minor

Directly beside him, Sadie is standing as Richard turns.

Submitted by: Kevin_85

00:31:12
Minor

From the trees behind Richard, something suddenly drops.

Submitted by: Kevin_85

00:47:52
Minor

The water splashes suddenly.

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01:02:15
Minor

Richard glances at the Jersey Devil, c291cm which shrieks as the camera quickly zooms in on its face.

Submitted by: Kevin_85

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