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Venom (2018) - Jumpscare Guide

20181:52:00
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6.6PG-13

Plot

Investigative journalist Eddie Brock attempts a comeback following a scandal, but accidentally becomes the host of Venom, a violent, super powerful alien symbiote. Soon, he must rely on his newfound powers to protect the world from a shadowy organization looking for a symbiote of their own.

Director

Ruben Fleischer
Ruben Fleischer

Cast

Tom Hardy
Tom HardyEddie Brock / Venom
Michelle Williams
Michelle WilliamsAnne Weying
Riz Ahmed
Riz AhmedCarlton Drake / Riot
Scott Haze
Scott HazeSecurity Chief Roland Treece
Reid Scott
Reid ScottDr. Dan Lewis
Jenny Slate
Jenny SlateDr. Dora Skirth
Melora Walters
Melora WaltersHomeless Woman Maria
Woody Harrelson
Woody HarrelsonCletus Kasady / Carnage
Peggy Lu
Peggy LuMrs. Chen
Malcolm C. Murray
Malcolm C. MurrayLewis Donate
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Does Venom Have Jump Scares?

Yes — Venom (2018) has 10 jump scares (1 major, 9 minor)

First scare: 00:23:59 | Last scare: 01:20:47

Scare Level: Moderate — Standard horror

Jumpscare Rating
D

High Jumpscares

Short: High scare density with many major startling moments. Brace yourself.

Venom 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: 10Major: 1Minor: 9Intensity: 11

Contains 1 major jumpscare and 9 minor jumpscares.

2.8/10
GATEWAY
Occasional startles that ease you into the horror experience. The training wheels of scary movies.
Fear Factor Analysis
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Flashing LightsGore/BloodBody HorrorNeedlesVomitingAnimal DeathAnxietyPossessionTortureFireGaslightingStalking

Common Questions About Venom

Total Jumpscares: 10

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Jumpscare Timeline

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Start Movie

00:00:00 / 01:52:00
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Jumpscare Details

00:23:59
Minor

Eddie's peaceful meditation is shattered c3RvbG by a sudden, ear-splitting bang from the neighbors.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:36:51
Minor

A shrieking woman suddenly collides with Eddie.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:40:11
Minor

Eddie's reflection whispers his name, its eyes instantly turning void-black.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:42:19
Minor

Venom's booming 'FOOD!' suddenly erupts during Eddie's phone call.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:44:57
Minor

Eddie jolts violently as c291cm the MRI abruptly roars to life.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:47:09
Minor

Venom abruptly bellows, 'HUNGRY!'

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

00:49:01
Minor

Pushed to his limit, Eddie erupts in a terrifying roar and grotesque facial contortion the moment his neighbor utters a dismissive "whatever."

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

01:12:02
Minor

Dan's urgent "no time" warning is instantly silenced as Venom's hand violently clamps his throat.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

01:16:08
Major

Carlton Drake's chilling ultimatum, "This is the last time I’m asking you bm90c2 where is my symbiote," is abruptly shattered by his terrifying transformation into Riot, who screams, "WHERE IS HE!"

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

01:20:47
Minor

Riot's hand abruptly clamps onto a researcher.

Submitted by: SchnurriHouseOfHorror

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