HBO Max's Streaming Hit 'Weapons' Proves That the Jump Scare Isn't Dead, Horror Just Got Lazy

Zach Cregger's Weapons is a masterclass in jump scares, as it proves that the best horror movies use this trope to expand the ...

5 best Netflix movies with jump scares to watch this Halloween

Looking to scare yourself this Halloween? These five Netflix movies will have you jumping out of your seat in pure terror.
Backstage

Jump Scares 101: How to Use Horror’s Most Startling Tool

It’s one of the most well-worn tricks in the horror handbook: An innocent victim is minding their own business, nothing happening, and then…something happens to make the watcher’s heart skip a beat.
The New York Times

25 Jump Scares That Still Make Us Jump

The floor creaks, the music turns ominous and an uneasy quiet sets in. Then BAM! It’s the classic jump scare. This staple of horror movies, when done well, is instantly memorable. With Times film ...