How many jumpscares are in Paranormal Activity?

Paranormal Activity has 10 jumpscares (2 major, 8 minor).

What is the first jumpscare time in Paranormal Activity?

The first jumpscare appears at 00:26:56.

Paranormal Activity

Name: Paranormal Activity
Genre: Horror, Mystery
Released: 2007-09-14
Duration: 1 h 26 min
Rating: 6

Paranormal Activity

2007

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Runtime: 1h 26m

Genres: Horror, Mystery

Jumpscare Analysis

Here is the complete list of jumpscare timestamps for Paranormal Activity. We found 10 jumpscares in this movie, including 2 major ones. The first scare happens at 00:26:56. Use our timing guide to prepare for the scariest scenes.

Synopsis

After a young, middle-class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic but is certainly the most active in the middle of the night.