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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: Very few jumpscares with minimal intensity. Generally safe for most viewers.

The Neighbor receives a B rating for its minimal scare approach. The occasional jumpscares favor subtlety over aggression, using measured visual changes and soft audio spikes. This restrained style makes it suitable for audiences who appreciate horror atmosphere without intense shock moments.

Analysis:

Total: 3Minor: 3Intensity: 3

Contains 3 minor jumpscares.

0.8/10
COZY
So mild, you might forget you're watching a horror movie. Perfect for a date night where you want to seem brave.
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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