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The Phoenix Incident

The Phoenix Incident (2015) - Jumpscare Guide

20151:21:00
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4.9
NR

Plot

A number of 'missing person' cases are reported in Phoenix, Arizona when an unexplained light appears in the sky one night in 1997.

Director

Keith Arem

Cast

Yuri Lowenthal
Yuri LowenthalGlenn Lauder
Travis Willingham
Travis WillinghamMitch Adams
Troy Baker
Troy BakerRyan Stone
Liam O'Brien
Liam O'BrienJacob Reynolds
Michael Adamthwaite
Michael AdamthwaiteWalton S. Gayson
Brian Bloom
Brian BloomLAFB Pilot
Jamie TisdaleMelissa Henessey
James Patrick StewartDavid Collins
Elise Muller
Elise MullerKrissy Thompson
James C. Burns
James C. BurnsKen Adams
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Does The Phoenix Incident Have Jump Scares?

YesThe Phoenix Incident (2015) has 10 jump scares (0 major, 10 minor)

First scare: 00:07:30 | Last scare: 01:10:41

Scare Level: Moderate — Standard horror

Jumpscare Rating
D

High Jumpscares

Short: Numerous powerful jumpscares that will test your nerves. Only for brave viewers.

The Phoenix Incident receives a D rating due to frequent, intense jumpscares that test viewer nerves throughout. The film employs aggressive visual cuts paired with jarring audio spikes, creating high scare density with little breathing room. These powerful shock sequences use high-contrast imagery and sudden volume increases for maximum impact. Best suited for experienced horror fans.

Analysis:

Total: 10Minor: 10Intensity: 10

Contains 10 minor jumpscares.

2.8/10
GATEWAY
Scary enough to feel accomplished after watching, mild enough to sleep that night.
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Common Questions About The Phoenix Incident

Total Jumpscares: 10

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Jumpscare Timeline

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Start Movie

00:00:00 / 01:21:00
2 Safe Zones - Relax

Jumpscare Details

00:07:30
Minor

Gayson suddenly jumps out c3RvbG of his seat and lunges over the table.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:30:25
Minor

Gayson runs up to the car from outside and loudly bangs on the window.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:31:31
Minor

One of the men bangs his hand on the car window to scare the others as a joke.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:48:40
Minor

An alien runs out into the road in front of the motorcycle.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:49:15
Minor

The cameraman turns around and c291cm an alien runs across the field near them.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:59:00
Minor

The boarded window suddenly explodes and an alien reaches in and grabs one of the men.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

01:01:31
Minor

There is a sudden explosion outside.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

01:07:28
Minor

The cameraman turns around and an alien crashes through the boards and begins chasing them.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

01:10:26
Minor

The cameraman turns the camera bm90c2 at an alien who lunges forward at him.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

01:10:41
Minor

An alien foot stomps down in front of the camera.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

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