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The Suicide Squad

The Suicide Squad (2021) - Jumpscare Guide

20212:12:00
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7.2
R

Plot

Supervillains Harley Quinn, Bloodsport, Peacemaker and a collection of nutty cons at Belle Reve prison join the super-secret, super-shady Task Force X as they are dropped off at the remote, enemy-infused island of Corto Maltese.

Director

James Gunn
James Gunn

Cast

Margot Robbie
Margot RobbieHarley Quinn
Idris Elba
Idris ElbaBloodsport
John Cena
John CenaPeacemaker
Joel Kinnaman
Joel KinnamanColonel Rick Flag
Sylvester Stallone
Sylvester StalloneKing Shark (voice)
Viola Davis
Viola DavisAmanda Waller
David Dastmalchian
David DastmalchianPolka-Dot Man
Daniela Melchior
Daniela MelchiorRatcatcher 2
Michael Rooker
Michael RookerSavant
Jai Courtney
Jai CourtneyCaptain Boomerang
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Does The Suicide Squad Have Jump Scares?

YesThe Suicide Squad (2021) has 3 jump scares (3 major, 0 minor)

First scare: 00:47:27 | Last scare: 01:53:15

Scare Level: Low — Beginner-friendly

Jumpscare Rating
C

Moderate Jumpscares

Short: Balanced mix of tension and scares. Not overwhelming but requires some tolerance.

The Suicide Squad 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: 3Major: 3Intensity: 6

Contains 3 major jumpscares.

2.3/10
GATEWAY
Just enough scares to get your heart racing without inducing panic. A gentle push into the deep end.
Fear Factor Analysis
Gateway
Flashing LightsGore/BloodBody HorrorNeedlesVomitingChild AbuseAnimal DeathPossessionTortureFire

Common Questions About The Suicide Squad

Total Jumpscares: 3

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Jumpscare Timeline

See when jumpscares occur throughout the movie

Start Movie

00:00:00 / 02:12:00
4 Safe Zones - Relax

Jumpscare Details

00:47:27
Major

As the speaking character turns around to face the camera, c3RvbG they are unexpectedly shot in the chest in the middle of a calm monologue with no warning.

Submitted by: Kevin_85

01:24:00
Major

As a character slowly backs into a large window behind them, a giant fleshy tentacle suddenly slams against it from the other side.

Submitted by: Kevin_85

01:53:15
Major

While a character screams a triumphant phrase, a giant tentacle suddenly falls on them with a loud thud and squishes them, halting the uplifting music score and instantly shifting the tone of the scene.

Submitted by: Kevin_85

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