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Videodrome

Videodrome (1983) - Jumpscare Guide

19831:28:00
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7.2
R

Plot

As the president of a trashy TV channel, Max Renn is desperate for new programming to attract viewers. When he happens upon "Videodrome," a TV show dedicated to gratuitous torture and punishment, Max sees a potential hit and broadcasts the show on his channel. However, after his girlfriend auditions for the show and never returns, Max investigates the truth behind Videodrome and discovers that the graphic violence may not be as fake as he thought.

Director

David Cronenberg
David Cronenberg

Cast

James Woods
James WoodsMax Renn
Debbie Harry
Debbie HarryNicki Brand
Sonja Smits
Sonja SmitsBianca O'Blivion
Peter Dvorsky
Peter DvorskyHarlan
Leslie Carlson
Leslie CarlsonBarry Convex
Jack Creley
Jack CreleyBrian O'Blivion
Lynne Gorman
Lynne GormanMasha
Julie Khaner
Julie KhanerBridey
Reiner Schwarz
Reiner SchwarzMoses
David BoltRaphael
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Does Videodrome Have Jump Scares?

YesVideodrome (1983) has 1 jump scare (0 major, 1 minor)

First scare: 01:25:46

Scare Level: Low — Beginner-friendly

Jumpscare Rating
B

Minimal Jumpscares

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

Videodrome 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: 1Minor: 1Intensity: 1

Contains 1 minor jumpscare.

0.3/10
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
Cozy
Gore/BloodBody HorrorNeedlesDomestic ViolenceSuicideSelf HarmAnxietyPossessionTortureGaslighting

Common Questions About Videodrome

Total Jumpscares: 1

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Start Movie

00:00:00 / 01:28:00
1 Safe Zone - Relax

Jumpscare Details

01:25:46
Minor

As Max pulls the trigger in the tape, c3RvbG the TV suddenly explodes and innards begin to fly out of it.

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