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The House with a Clock in Its Walls

The House with a Clock in Its Walls (2018) - Jumpscare Guide

20181:45:00
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6.1PG

Plot

When ten-year-old Lewis is suddenly orphaned, he is sent to live with his Uncle Jonathan in a creaky (and creepy) old mansion with a mysterious ticking noise that emanates from the walls. Upon discovering that his uncle is a warlock, Lewis begins learning magic, but when he rebelliously resurrects an evil warlock he must find the secret of the house and save the world from destruction.

Director

Eli Roth
Eli Roth

Cast

Jack Black
Jack BlackJonathan Barnavelt
Cate Blanchett
Cate BlanchettFlorence Zimmerman
Owen Vaccaro
Owen VaccaroLewis Barnavelt
Kyle MacLachlan
Kyle MacLachlanIsaac Izard
Renée Elise Goldsberry
Renée Elise GoldsberrySelena Izard
Colleen Camp
Colleen CampMrs. Hanchett
Sunny Suljic
Sunny SuljicTarby Corrigan
Lorenza Izzo
Lorenza IzzoMother
Braxton Bjerken
Braxton BjerkenWoody Mingo
Vanessa Anne Williams
Vanessa Anne WilliamsRose Rita Pottinger
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Does The House with a Clock in Its Walls Have Jump Scares?

Yes — The House with a Clock in Its Walls (2018) has 8 jump scares (0 major, 8 minor)

First scare: 00:11:47 | Last scare: 01:29:08

Scare Level: Moderate — Standard horror

Jumpscare Rating
C

Moderate Jumpscares

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

The House with a Clock in Its Walls earns a C rating through its measured approach to jumpscares. The film maintains consistent tension with shock moments appearing at regular intervals, preventing viewer desensitization while sustaining anxiety. Recommended for audiences comfortable with moderate horror intensity and calculated scare sequences.

Analysis:

Total: 8Minor: 8Intensity: 8

Contains 8 minor jumpscares.

2.2/10
GATEWAY
A solid introduction to horror with manageable scares. Builds tension without overwhelming newcomers.
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Common Questions About The House with a Clock in Its Walls

Total Jumpscares: 8

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Jumpscare Timeline

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Start Movie

00:00:00 / 01:45:00
4 Safe Zones - Relax

Jumpscare Details

00:11:47
Minor

Beside Lewis, a demon's c3RvbG head suddenly pops out of the clock.

Submitted by: Amy_P

00:26:45
Minor

Jonathan is surprised by a tentacled creature suddenly emerging from the door behind him.

Submitted by: Amy_P

00:28:35
Minor

In the flashback, Jonathan checks Isaac's pulse, and Isaac suddenly grabs Jonathan's throat.

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00:34:52
Minor

Lewis is suddenly struck by some manure.

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00:43:40
Minor

As Jonathan crawls into c291cm the secret entrance, birds suddenly fly out.

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00:50:47
Minor

Lewis shines his torch at a statue, and Tarby suddenly yells "BOO!".

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00:52:43
Minor

A loud bang suddenly comes from within the coffin.

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01:29:08
Minor

Lewis is grabbed around the ankle by one of the toys.

Submitted by: Amy_P

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