Jump Scare Chronicles
When a group of friends decides to document their rural adventures, they discover that some jokes lead to spine-chilling surprises, blurring the lines between laughter and terror.
Genre
Horror-Comedy
Logline
When a group of friends decides to document their rural adventures, they discover that some jokes lead to spine-chilling surprises, blurring the lines between laughter and terror.
Synopsis
In ‘Jump Scare Chronicles’, a group of four friends embark on a weekend getaway in the countryside, hoping to escape their mundane lives and capture their adventures on social media. Each episode features their lighthearted banter, playful ‘that’s what she said’ jokes, and hilarious attempts to prank each other. However, their fun takes a dark turn when they unknowingly attract the attention of a local urban legend—a supernatural being that thrives on fear and laughter. As the friends navigate their comedic escapades, they must also confront their worst fears as the horror character lurks just beyond their playful banter. Will they survive the weekend with their spirits intact, or will they become the punchline of their own horror story?
Examples of Content
A scene where the friends try to scare each other with fake horror stories, only for a real ghost to interrupt them.; A prank war that escalates when one of the friends accidentally summons a mischievous spirit.; A comical game of truth or dare that leads them to a haunted location, where they encounter the horror character.; A light-hearted episode where they attempt to film a viral TikTok dance but are interrupted by jump scares.
Rationale
The concept plays on the current trend of blending horror elements with comedy, appealing to audiences who enjoy both genres. The TikTok video demonstrates a successful bait-and-switch technique that can be expanded into a series, leveraging humor and scares to create a unique viewing experience. The show can capitalize on the popularity of social media culture, making it relatable to younger audiences.
Alternative Titles
Fear and Laughter; Horror on the Rocks; Scare Tactics: The Series
Alternative Loglines
A group of friends’ rural adventures turn horrifying as their playful pranks awaken a local urban legend.; What starts as a fun getaway becomes a terrifying battle for survival when laughter summons something sinister.; In a world where jokes can bring monsters to life, four friends must navigate their fears to escape the ultimate prank.
Trend Date
2024-09-16
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