Scare Tactics

Scare Tactics (2003-2013)

EndedReality showComedy

Do you know what scares you? You will get to see what scares the living daylights out of average citizens just like you on Scare Tactics, the hit series from the Sci-Fi Channel and the producers of the hidden camera show Spy TV. The series puts a new spin on the hidden camera idea by featuring pranks inspired by science-fiction and horror films. Such pranks feature "victims" in situations involving haunted houses, alien abductions and more. As an added twist, throughout the seasons the different hosts of Scare Tactics take part in many of the show's pranks.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 22:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E14Twilight My Fireoct. 28, 2013
S05E13Twilight My Fire, Crystal Myth, Double Cross Dress, Killer Performanceoct. 28, 2013
S05E12Fright at the End of the Tunnel, Look Who's Laughing, Wonderful Knife, Conjoin Me for Dinneroct. 28, 2013
S05E11Gnome Sweet Gnome, Fear Antics: Mailbox Killer, Baby Trauma, Secret of Survivaloct. 28, 2013
S05E10Alien Car Crash, Morgue Woman, El Scareiachi, Coma Killeroct. 28, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Scare Tactics premiere?

Scare Tactics premiered on April 4, 2003.

Who created Scare Tactics?

The show was created by Scott Hallock and Kevin Healey.

In which city was Scare Tactics mainly filmed?

Scare Tactics was mainly filmed in Los Angeles, California.

Who hosted the first two seasons of Scare Tactics?

The first two seasons of Scare Tactics were hosted by Shannon Doherty.

Who replaced Shannon Doherty as the host of Scare Tactics?

Stephen Baldwin replaced Shannon Doherty as the host of Scare Tactics starting with the third season.

What was the format of Scare Tactics?

Scare Tactics was a hidden camera show that used pranks to scare its victims.

Who were the victims on Scare Tactics?

The victims on Scare Tactics were usually friends or family members of the show's producers or crew.

Was Scare Tactics ever nominated for any awards?

Scare Tactics was not nominated for any major awards during its run.

How long was the average episode of Scare Tactics?

The average episode of Scare Tactics was about 22 minutes long.

Did Scare Tactics ever feature celebrity guests?

Yes, Scare Tactics featured celebrity guests in a few episodes, including Tracy Morgan, Stephen Baldwin, and Tony Shalhoub.

What is the most common type of prank on Scare Tactics?

The most common type of prank on Scare Tactics involves aliens or the supernatural.

Was Scare Tactics ever criticized for being too scary?

Yes, Scare Tactics was criticized for being too scary, and some viewers accused the show of traumatizing its victims.

Did Scare Tactics ever have a Halloween special?

Yes, Scare Tactics had a Halloween special that aired on October 15, 2004.

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  • Ijesztgetők (Hungary)

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