Scare Tactics

2003·Show
121Episodes in6Seasons·TV-MA
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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Scare Tactics fingerprint

Funny, emotionally cool.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6
  • Scare6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Hopefulness4
  • Wonder3

Humor

Plenty of cringe comedy and slapstick

  • Cringe Humor8
  • Physical Comedy7
  • Absurdist Humor7

World

Everyday modern life

  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality6
  • Cinematography5

Who it's for

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About

Unsuspecting people witness science fiction inspired pranks with alien abductions, hauntings, and other paranormal events.
Hidden Camera PranksReality ComedyJump Scare ComedyCringe HumorAbsurdist SituationsLight HorrorViewer ReactionsEpisodic EntertainmentSchadenfreude

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Scare Tactics

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Where can I stream Scare Tactics legally?

PrimefuboTVPeacockThe RokuHooplaYouTube TVFandango at Home FreeUSA Network

Scare Tactics is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock, and YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Scare Tactics worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Scare Tactics rated?

TV-MADisturbing imageryStrong language

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery and strong language.

How many seasons does Scare Tactics have?

6 seasons

It has 6 seasons with 121 episodes.

When did Scare Tactics air?

It ran from 2003 to 2013 and has ended.

What language is Scare Tactics in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Scare Tactics?

131ADAGALAOARATAUAZBABBBEBFBGBM+117

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Scare Tactics in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Scare Tactics use?

Special GuestDeadpan SnarkerDeadly PrankCluster F-BombYandereGenuine Human HideMundangerDistracted by the SexyScrew This, I'm Outta Here!Hunting the Most Dangerous GameShow Within a ShowCreepy Childand 16 more

TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for Scare Tactics, including Special Guest, Deadpan Snarker, Deadly Prank.

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