As a die-hard fan of horror and comedy, I can confidently say that the original Scare Tactics on SYFY was a masterpiece of both genres. The show took the excitement to another level with its celebrity hosts, each bringing their unique charm and enthusiasm to the table. Shannen Doherty, Stephen Baldwin, and Tracy Morgan were the perfect fits for the series, energizing the sketches with their wit and charisma.
Prior to becoming a renowned horror auteur, Jordan Peele – an Oscar winner – was widely recognized for his comedic prowess. Teaming up with costar Keegan-Michael Key, the director of both Nope and Get Out first honed his comedic skills on the stand-up scene, in sketch comedy shows like Mad TV, and as part of the beloved 2010s television series Key & Peele.
Having both horror and comedy in his genre wheelhouse makes Peele the perfect match for USA’s upcoming reboot of Scare Tactics, the hidden-camera horror prank show that previously enjoyed a scattered, decade-long run (from 2003-2013) on SYFY. Peele and his Monkeypaw Productions banner are behind the series revival on USA, and he’s surely going to put his own fresh auteur’s tweak on the original series’ spooky formula.
It’s been 10 years since “Scare Tactics” graced our screens on SYFY, and if you’re wondering about the show’s origins, you’re not alone. Let’s dive into what made this original creepy prank show on SYFY a horror-comedy sensation!
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What to know about SYFY’s original Scare Tactics
Over the course of 114 episodes spanning five seasons (2003-2013), the show Scare Tactics leaned more towards the intricate realm of prank programs with a hidden camera twist. Each episode presented several prank segments, all meticulously planned to surprise an unsuspecting individual who would seemingly walk into a scene reminiscent of their most terrifying nightmares in real life.
Great attention to detail and thoughtfulness was put into filming the climactic scene where the hapless participants of Scare Tactics would reach their peak of fearful distress. Every aspect, from costumes and makeup to creating an eerie ambiance, built suspense before the host would announce that they had been part of a humorous prank designed to scare them.
Alongside its ingenious cinematic style, heavily influenced by horror films for a chilling ambiance in each episode, Scare Tactics successfully claimed a commanding position within the reality prank genre, a space previously dominated by pioneering shows like Jackass. As a result, the program accumulated countless devoted fans, intrigued and excited to uncover the ingenious pranks conceived by its creators (Kevin Healey, Scott Hallock, and Jesse Fawcett), who always seemed ready with yet another terrifying trick up their sleeves.
Who hosted the original Scare Tactics on SYFY?
Actors Shannen Doherty, Stephen Baldwin, and Tracy Morgan each stepped into the role of host during the initial broadcast of “Scare Tactics”.
A significant aspect that made “Scare Tactics” popular was its ability to capitalize on the genuine excitement of its celebrity presenters, who, needless to say, were privy to every trick up their sleeves. Notable figures like Shannen Doherty, known for her supernatural roles such as Prue Halliwell in “Charmed,” starred as the show’s host during Season 1. Later on, Stephen Baldwin from “The Usual Suspects” took over the hosting duties halfway through Season 2.
Starting with Season 3, the popular comedian Tracy Morgan (“Saturday Night Live”, “30 Rock”) assumed hosting duties for “Scare Tactics” on NBC. His lively presence propelled the show to greater heights as he oversaw outrageous skits featuring pranks that left unsuspecting victims in shock due to alien invasions, bleeding walls, creepy creatures, shambling undead, and even a scream-inducing sketch reminiscent of the satanic tale from “Rosemary’s Baby”.
Which celebrity guests did the original Scare Tactics feature?
It’s only natural that the revamped version of USA‘s Scare Tactics might still feature occasional celebrity appearances, given their popularity in the original SYFY show. Each episode of Scare Tactics was a potential horror spectacle, not just because of its famous hosts, but also due to the intriguing factor of catching people off guard with surprises like seeing dead bodies reanimate or facing snake-infested sink drains.
Over the decade-long stint of Scare Tactics on SYFY, I’ve seen an array of familiar faces from the early 2010s pop culture landscape grace the show. Names like wrestling legend Matt Hardy, Eric Stonestreet from Modern Family, the dry-humored Judah Friedlander of 30 Rock, Lauren Ash who’s a staple on Superstore, Parks and Recreation’s Marc Evan Jackson, and even Brooke Hogan, the tough-as-nails singer and wrestling scion, made appearances.
How to watch Jordan Peele’s new Scare Tactics series
In just a few weeks, Jordan Peele’s revamped version of “Scare Tactics” will premiere on USA. This upcoming series has already hinted at some spooky celebrity cameos, including the WWE Superstars The New Day, who are said to be in for a paranormal shock, courtesy of fellow WWE star Cody Rhodes.
On Friday, October 4 at 10 p.m. Eastern Time, you can watch the premiere of “Scare Tactics” series on USA Network. Simultaneously, it will also be aired on Bravo, SYFY, and E! networks. A week later, each new episode of “Scare Tactics” will become available on Peacock after its initial broadcast on USA.
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