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The Neighbor

The Neighbor (2016) - Jumpscare Guide

20161:27:00
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5.8
NR

Plot

In the town of Cutter, most people keep to themselves. But when John comes home to find his girlfriend missing, he sneaks into his neighbor's house, finding his girlfriend and several other kidnapped people tied up in the basement. When the neighbor come home, John is forced to get out of the house alive and lead the group to safety.

Director

Marcus Dunstan
Marcus Dunstan

Cast

Josh Stewart
Josh StewartJohn
Bill Engvall
Bill EngvallTroy
Luke Edwards
Luke EdwardsCooper
Alex Essoe
Alex EssoeRosie
Jaqueline Fleming
Jaqueline FlemingOfficer Burns
Melissa Bolona
Melissa BolonaSarah
Ronnie Gene Blevins
Ronnie Gene BlevinsHarley
David Kallaway
David KallawayGuillermo
Ben Matheny
Ben MathenyPunk
Artrial ClarkDerrick
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Does The Neighbor Have Jump Scares?

YesThe Neighbor (2016) has 3 jump scares (0 major, 3 minor)

First scare: 00:28:35 | Last scare: 00:58:49

Scare Level: Low — Beginner-friendly

Jumpscare Rating
B

Minimal Jumpscares

Short: Light scares that focus more on suspense than shock. Manageable for sensitive viewers.

The Neighbor earns a B rating with minimal jumpscares that use subtle timing rather than aggressive intensity. The few shock moments present use restrained visual shifts and gentle audio cues, making this accessible for viewers building their horror tolerance. Perfect for those seeking atmospheric tension with occasional, manageable startles.

Analysis:

Total: 3Minor: 3Intensity: 3

Contains 3 minor jumpscares.

0.8/10
COZY
A horror movie your grandma could watch. Well, maybe not YOUR grandma, but someone's grandma.
Fear Factor Analysis
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Common Questions About The Neighbor

Total Jumpscares: 3

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Jumpscare Timeline

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Start Movie

00:00:00 / 01:27:00
3 Safe Zones - Relax

Jumpscare Details

00:28:35
Minor

A loud c3RvbG gunshot may startle some viewers.

Submitted by: TEQ

00:29:15
Minor

Accompanied by a sound effect a bloodied man runs into view.

Submitted by: TEQ

00:58:49
Minor

John turns around and comes face to face with Cooper.

Submitted by: TEQ

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