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When you see it, are another type of screamer created in around 2008. The creator who started it remains anonymous. The screamer was so popular, it even became an internet meme.

At around 2008, an anonymous user would post the "when you see it, you shit bricks" gif, starting the origin and making a little spread. After a while, it got famous and became an internet meme due to how scary it was to post. After a while, the shitbrix.com web registered. Way after, the Jeff the Killer GIF was made and got famous. It even was featured as a giphy on Steam.

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News

YouTube channel ScareTheater recently uploaded a video about screamers featured from the wiki (despite not giving us a full credit, it's worth a watch)
Screamer Wiki Archive was created to preserve deleted articles. See Screamer Wiki:Screamer Wiki Archive.
On April 16th, 2026, Meatspin displayed a countdown for "Meatspin Monday" to celebrate "21 Years of Spinning"
Winterrowd.com was taken over by a cybersquatter and now leads to a Vietnamese casino website.
It's been 25 years since the beloved creator of Klerck.org passed away (RIP Kevin "Klerck" Ealy 1982-2005).
eFukt received a cease-and-desist which led it to being banned in more than 22 areas on the United States.
Dan's Gallery of The Grotesque turns out to be the first shock site with Rotten.com and video game The Museum of Anything Goes coming in second and third place respectively.
Brand new footage of Super Mario 64 Big Star Secret got found by a user on the Lost Media Wiki.
Screamer Wiki turns into a wiki for screamers in Soccer; as part of yet another April Fool's joke.
The first ever government-made screamer is released by the US White House.

Did You Know

... that the first video containing a "screamer" was a 1971 anti-heroin Public Service Announcment called Monkey on Their Backs?
... that you can still play Liquid Generation's Sabotages using the Wayback Machine?
... that Jaybill has a framed copy of The New York Times' article about his iconic screamer in his bedroom?
... that despite the phenomena existing, there is no scientific term for the fear of being jumpscared?
... that the creator of Agor.io faced legal actions from a parent whose 9-year-old had an epileptic seizure after mistyping agor instead of agar?
... through a complicated web of in-laws, the director of Mr. Hands documentary is connected to the author of Fight Club? We just don't talk about it for obvious reasons.
... that Dan's Gallery of The Grotesque is the first shock site?
... that the original un-photoshopped image of Jeff The Killer has yet to be found?
... that Say It was assumed to be the first lyric video and the first to feature Regan MacNeil's possessed state on it?
... that Reddit user Polarbur admitted to (originally) hosting the 2 Girls 1 Cup website on r/AMA?
... that Steady Hand also has a weird english version?
... that the picture used for the screamer in What's Wrong With This Picture? was taken by photographer Gandee Vasan and was later used and edited for the cover of the 2001 film Maniacts?

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Welcome to Screamer Wiki

Documenting since November 11, 2013.

2,448 articles 188,202 edits 7,782 files

Welcome

Welcome to Screamer Wiki. This is the number one place to learn about topics relating to screamers, shock sites, creepypastas and urban legends, hoaxes, malware and malicious scripts, lost media, controversies, true crime, mysteries, social media incidents, and anything in between. Here, you will have access to the Screamer Library, the largest index entirely dedicated to screamers and shock sites. You can find the origin and story behind every screamer ever made, like the famous Scary Maze Game, the K-fee commercials, and a whole lot more. Our library contains 2,448 pages and counting!

Featured Article

When you see it, are another type of screamer created in around 2008. The creator who started it remains anonymous. The screamer was so popular, it even became an internet meme.

At around 2008, an anonymous user would post the "when you see it, you shit bricks" gif, starting the origin and making a little spread. After a while, it got famous and became an internet meme due to how scary it was to post. After a while, the shitbrix.com web registered. Way after, the Jeff the Killer GIF was made and got famous. It even was featured as a giphy on Steam.

Famous Last Words

(Previous articles • Propose articles)

Featured Poll

To view older polls, click here.

How Do I Start?

Welcome to Screamer Wiki! Whether you're here to document a classic screamer, help clean up the site, or just browse weird internet history, we're glad you're here. Here's how to get started:

1. Create an account

While you can read pages without one, you’ll need an account to edit or create articles. Just pick a username and password—no email required.

2. Read the rules

Before editing, take a moment to read our site rules. We focus on accuracy, legality, and respectful behavior. Doxxing, harassment, and spam are not allowed.

3. Find something to edit

Not sure where to begin? Try one of these:

Stub pages – Short articles that need expanding.
Wanted pages – Linked pages that haven’t been created yet.
Recent changes – See what others are working on.

4. Use good sources

If you’re adding new info, try to include links to archives, videos, or forum posts. Original research is welcome too—just explain your findings.

5. Ask for help

If you're unsure about something, post on the Forums or reach out to CyberMod T800. We're here to help!

Thanks for contributing to Screamer Wiki!

News

A snapshot of "Meatspin Monday" as of April 16th, 2026.

YouTube channel ScareTheater recently uploaded a video about screamers featured from the wiki (despite not giving us a full credit, it's worth a watch)
Screamer Wiki Archive was created to preserve deleted articles. See Screamer Wiki:Screamer Wiki Archive.
On April 16th, 2026, Meatspin displayed a countdown for "Meatspin Monday" to celebrate "21 Years of Spinning"
Winterrowd.com was taken over by a cybersquatter and now leads to a Vietnamese casino website.
It's been 25 years since the beloved creator of Klerck.org passed away (RIP Kevin "Klerck" Ealy 1982-2005).
eFukt received a cease-and-desist which led it to being banned in more than 22 areas on the United States.
Dan's Gallery of The Grotesque turns out to be the first shock site with Rotten.com and video game The Museum of Anything Goes coming in second and third place respectively.
Brand new footage of Super Mario 64 Big Star Secret got found by a user on the Lost Media Wiki.
Screamer Wiki turns into a wiki for screamers in Soccer; as part of yet another April Fool's joke.
The first ever government-made screamer is released by the US White House.

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