Features:
✓-Free Parking✓-Restrooms/Porta Potties On-Site✓-Food/Concessions✓-Gift Shop/Souvenirs✓-Optional Games/Midway✓-Special Events✓-You will NOT be touched✓-Original Characters✓-Celebrity Appearances✓-Uncovered Outdoor Waiting Line✓-Indoor/Outdoor Attraction✓-Family Friendly
How Do We Get These Scores?
Our Rating System
UPDATE FOR 2022: Our former “Atmosphere” and “Theme” categories have now been combined and renamed “Immersion.” Our intent with this is to give more appropriate credit to attractions that have shown a clear focus on achieving and maintaining better customer experiences (both inside and outside the attractions) and developing creative storylines.
Each of the category scores in this review are calculated using a weighted average of several questions that we rate on a scale of 1 to 10.
The following breakdown explains what these scores typically mean. All of our Teams use this as a reference for providing accurate ratings:
10: “Peak Performance”This score is treated as if it has a chastity belt on it. “10’s” are reserved for the best of the best; those that we feel could not possibly improve on what they’re doing.
9: “Innovative and Groundbreaking”It rocked! Nearly everything seemed to go as planned and it was one of the best we’ve ever seen! These guys are leaders in the industry, and attractions like this are truly hard to come by.
8: “Solid”A high score on our scale. They had a good handle on it and, overall, they knew how to use it well. Most attractions can learn from what these guys are doing.
6 to 7: “Good”We could tell that a good effort was made. However, we’ve seen this done much better at other places, or can detect areas where significant improvements can be made. This is about the top end of what we’d call “Family Friendly.”
5: “Average / Fair”Compared to the competition, they weren’t the best, but definitely not the worst. Scares and Special Effects in this range are usually considered “Family Friendly.”
3 to 4: “Below Average”We could see that a clear attempt was made, but most other professional attractions are doing a much better job at this.
1 to 2: “Poor”It appeared that very little time, thought or effort was contributed to this aspect.
0 (Zero): “Non-Existent”No apparent effort was made to make this a significant contributor to the attraction.
Afterword:This rating system is standardized across all of The Scare Factor’s official haunt review teams. However, keep in mind there will always be minor differences between Teams, as we all have varying levels of experience. Regardless, we do our best to remain true to our core values, which is to promote all haunted attractions!Perhaps the biggest thing to remember is: sometimes the score – in and of itself – doesn’t tell the whole story about an attraction’s merits. This is why we provide detailed explanations for each category… to help you better understand how and why we chose the score/s that we did.We do our best to not let feelings or emotions rule our judgement, while also viewing the attraction through the lens of the typical haunt-goer. But, because all reviews with ratings are inherently subjective, this is nearly impossible to completely prevent. Though, when in doubt, we tend to give slightly lower scores than our original “gut feelings” to account for this, and also give the attraction more room to improve over time.We also do our best to be fair and consistent across all of the haunts that we review. We know that you’ll be looking at these scores and comparing them to other attractions, so we hope this review helps you out in that aspect.Do you have some feedback about our review system? Contact Us Here to let us know what you think!
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Final Score: 8.53
How Did We Get This Score?
Final Scores:
(15% of Final Score) Cast: 8.55
(15% of Final Score) Costuming: 8.66
(10% of Final Score) Customer Service: 8.69
(10% of Final Score) Atmosphere: 8.39
(15% of Final Score) Special Effects: 8.45
(5% of Final Score) Theme: 8.24
(15% of Final Score) Scare Factor: 8.54
(5% of Final Score) Entertainment & Value: 8.52
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Summary:
If you’re looking for an outdoor haunted cornfield that has a variety of characters and scenes, then look no further! Screamville Haunted Attraction is the place to be this spooky season! They have been expanding every year since they opened six years ago so there is always something new to see.
Rumor has it that Virgil and Sarah Branson used to live in the abandoned home next to the cornfield with their children. The only thing that would grow on that land was corn. Over time, Sarah began hearing strange sounds and seeing ghostly figures in the cornfield. One night, Virgil came home late and noticed Sarah and his children were missing. He went out to the cornfield to find Sarah on her knees facing away from him. He moved closer to find her covered in blood. She had slaughtered their children and told him that the corn made her do it!
Are you brave enough to face the cornfield and the cursed creatures that lurk within?
Cast: 8.55
How Did We Get This Score?
Cast Scores (15% of Final Score):
(20% of Cast Score) Did it seem like there were enough actors?: 8.25
(30% of Cast Score) How creative, believable and convincing were the actors?: 8.55
(20% of Cast Score) How interactive were the actors (verbally and physically)?: 9.1
(15% of Cast Score) How creatively & appropriately did they use dialogue?: 8.1
(15% of Cast Score) Was there a good variety of characters?: 8.65
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The cast of Screamville Haunted Attraction was plentiful and very devoted to their specific roles. It seemed that no matter where we went within the cornfield, there was a cast member waiting to frighten us.
The cast members were given the option to choose their characters and create their own backstory. It certainly showed just how devoted the cast was to their roles because they seemed to love the character they played and played off each other smoothly. Whether it was demonic children teaching their teacher a lesson or a priest performing an exorcism on a poor helpless victim, each cast member played off each other flawlessly.
There were multiple instances where the cast members interacted with our group as well. They would either block our path entirely or engage in some spooky dialogue with us. Most dialogue used by the actors is commonly used throughout other haunted attractions. However, when we first entered, we were given a thorough background story of the haunt which made it unique.
Being in a cornfield gave this haunt the ability to have a wide range of characters. They had characters such as an evil nun, pig people, or crazy guys with chainsaws.
Costuming: 8.66
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Costuming Scores (15% of Final Score):
(15% of Costuming Score) How complete / finished did the costumes appear to be?: 8.1
(25% of Costuming Score) How creative / detailed were the costumes?: 8.1
(20% of Costuming Score) Was their makeup creative? Detailed? Realistic?: 9.6
(15% of Costuming Score) How effectively did they use masks (if used)?: 8.1
(25% of Costuming Score) How appropriate were the costumes for their scene/s & theme/s?: 9.15
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Most costumes appeared to be hand-made or picked out carefully to fit each scene. There were a few that appeared to be generic but overall, each cast member’s costume was well-made.
The makeup was amazing! Each cast member did their own makeup due to Covid, so it made it even more impressive. There were times it was difficult to tell if the cast member was wearing a mask or prosthetics with makeup.
The masks that were used, were mostly used appropriately and effectively. Some masks made it confusing to know what the character was supposed to be, but overall masks were used very well!
Each character seemed to fit each scene thoroughly! There were dolls in a dollhouse, demonic children in a schoolhouse, and hillbillies in a (not so) abandoned junkyard.
Customer Service: 8.69
How Did We Get This Score?
Customer Service Scores (10% of Final Score):
(25% of CS Score) How easy was it to locate the attraction, park, and navigate the premises?: 8.15
(30% of CS Score) How safe was the attraction?: 7.25
(25% of CS Score) How professional, helpful and friendly were the staff members?: 10
(20% of CS Score) How easy was it to find their information before* arrival?: 9.9
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Locating this attraction is very easy if you are using GPS. Just be sure not to miss the turn with the small white sign. Parking was a little confusing at first, but make sure to watch for the parking lot attendants in the yellow vests. They will point you in the right direction! Once you are parked, everything else is very easy to navigate.
As far as safety is concerned, Screamville Haunted Attraction is very aware of its importance. All safety standards have been met; they have their own security guards as well as the Knox County police department on site. The entire attraction is ADA accessible, so they cater to all people.
One thing we noticed was that everything was very muddy. It had rained the day before and the whole attraction is outdoors in the grass or cornfield. If you were to run through, you may slip and fall in the mud so be careful!
Every staff member was extremely helpful and friendly. From the moment we drove into the parking lot to the minute we left, everyone was very warm and welcoming. Except for, of course, the actors, who kept trying to scare us away for some reason!
This attraction does not currently have a website, but all their information can be found on their Facebook page. The only information that is not on their page is that they offer Fast Passes and VIP Passes available at $30 and $40, respectively.
Atmosphere: 8.39
How Did We Get This Score?
Atmosphere Scores (10% of Final Score):
(60% of Atmosphere Score) How obvious was it that you were at a haunted house before entering?: 9.15
(40% of Atmosphere Score) How well did the atmosphere prepare you for what you experienced inside?: 7.25
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Upon entering the main ticket area, it was obvious that we were at a haunted attraction. There was loud hard rock music playing, a bonfire, and an area to sit and relax before and after your visit. Actors were scaring and entertaining people in the queue line while we waited so there was never a dull moment.
If you had visited last year, you’ll notice a few differences with the midway area. Last year they had a large carn-evil-themed midway area but due to some unexpected issues with Covid, they were unable to bring it back this year.
We felt that the atmosphere before entering gave us a good idea of what we were going to experience inside. Since we were right outside a cornfield, it was easy to tell what was going to happen once we entered. However, with the number of different scenes, it was impossible to know what exactly we would see next. It certainly kept us on our toes!
Special Effects: 8.45
How Did We Get This Score?
Special Effects Scores (15% of Final Score):
(20% of SFX Score) How effective were the sound effects?: 8.15
(20% of SFX Score) How creative / original were the scenes & props?: 9.1
(20% of SFX Score) How well were the scenes detailed?: 9.05
(25% of SFX Score) How well did they achieve & maintain the suspension of disbelief?: 7.55
(15% of SFX Score) How effective were the SFX at providing scares / entertainment?: 8.65
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The sound effects were very effective in making the experience creepier. There were times when there was no sound at all except people screaming in the distance. This helped promote a feeling of unease and terror.
Most props appeared to be hand-made specifically for this attraction which gave us the feeling that they put in a lot of time and effort. There were only a few props that were noticeably unrealistic, but overall, the props were well-made and effective.
Each scene was well thought out and detailed. Screamville Haunted Attraction takes almost everything down after each season and began rebuilding in the spring which is another indication that they put a lot of time and effort into the haunt.
For most of the experience, we felt like we were in a real cornfield with real creatures/people. There were a few spots where we noticed some things that were unrealistic, but overall, we felt like we were immersed in a real-life haunted cornfield.
Screamville did a wonderful job of providing our group with some quality entertainment!
Theme: 8.24
How Did We Get This Score?
Theme Scores (5% of Final Score):
(30% of Theme Score) Could you tell what the theme was?: 8.7
(50% of Theme Score) How well was the theme carried throughout the attraction/s?: 7.25
(20% of Theme Score) How well does their location authenticate the theme?: 10
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Since this attraction is in a cornfield, you can easily assume the theme will be directly related to that. As mentioned above, we were given a detailed explanation upon entering about demons living in the corn looking for their next meal! Be careful!
Throughout the haunt, we were reminded that the cornfield is cursed due to a large number of spooky creatures. We were also given the impression that we were in the middle of a small town outside a cornfield.
The location of the haunt authenticates the theme perfectly! We were near an abandoned house by a creepy cornfield in the middle of nowhere Tennessee.
Scare Factor: 8.54
How Did We Get This Score?
Scare Factor Scores (15% of Final Score):
(30% of Scare Factor Score) How scary was it?: 8.65
(15% of Scare Factor Score) How well did they provide scares to the entire group?: 9.25
(25% of Scare Factor Score) How predictable were the scares?: 8.1
(15% of Scare Factor Score) How well did they provide a wide variety of scares?: 9.15
(15% of Scare Factor Score) How strong was the ending / finale?: 7.75
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We were startled multiple times throughout this haunt. There was no way to know when there would be a new creature waiting to scare you. My group does not scare easily, but the creatures lurking within the cornfield made us jump many times!
They also did a wonderful job of providing scares for the whole group. Everything was timed almost perfectly. There were multiple times where the actors would distract us only to frighten us in another direction.
There was a wide variety of different scares. They ranged from screaming right in our faces to simply coming out of a dark corner to stalk us for a while.
The ending of this attraction is typical of most haunted houses. However, there was a slight twist to it!
Entertainment & Value: 8.52
How Did We Get This Score?
Entertainment & Value Factor Scores (15% of Final Score):
(30% of E&V Score) How satisfied were you with the entertainment received during the main attraction/s?: 9.25
(25% of E&V Score) How satisfied were you with the entertainment that’s available with* the ticket price, excluding the main attraction/s?: 6.1
(30% of E&V Score) How appropriate is/are the ticket price/s?: 10
(15% of E&V Score) Have they effectively used their available space?: 8.1
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We feel that this attraction is well worth the money! We were in that cornfield for 22 minutes! At one point, I even thought to myself, ‘How long have we been in here?’ It was a fantastic experience!
The only entertainment before you enter the attraction are actors in the queue line and an area to sit and relax. As mentioned above, they normally have other entertainment but there were some issues bringing that back this year. We are very excited to see what changes will be made next year!
The price of general admission is $20 per person. If you’d like a fast pass, they are $30. And to go directly to the front of the line, it is $40 per person. Based on how long it took to get through the attraction and the cost, you are looking at a ratio of 1.1 minutes per dollar.
We highly recommend this haunt to everyone because we will be back!
How Did We Get These Scores
Our Rating System
Each of the category scores in this review are calculated using a weighted average of several questions that we rate on a scale of 1 to 10.
The following breakdown explains what these scores typically mean. All of our Teams use this as a reference for providing accurate ratings:
10: “Peak Performance”This score is treated as if it has a chastity belt on it. “10’s” are reserved for the best of the best; those that we feel could not possibly improve on what they’re doing.
9: “Innovative and Groundbreaking”It rocked! Nearly everything seemed to go as planned and it was one of the best we’ve ever seen! These guys are leaders in the industry, and attractions like this are truly hard to come by.
8: “Solid”A high score on our scale. They had a good handle on it and, overall, they knew how to use it well. Most attractions can learn from what these guys are doing.
6 to 7: “Good”We could tell that a good effort was made. However, we’ve seen this done much better at other places, or can detect areas where significant improvements can be made. This is about the top end of what we’d call “Family Friendly.”
5: “Average / Fair”Compared to the competition, they weren’t the best, but definitely not the worst. Scares and Special Effects in this range are usually considered “Family Friendly.”
3 to 4: “Below Average”We could see that a clear attempt was made, but most other professional attractions are doing a much better job at this.
1 to 2: “Poor”It appeared that very little time, thought or effort was contributed to this aspect.
0 (Zero): “Non-Existent”No apparent effort was made to make this a significant contributor to the attraction.
Afterword:This rating system is standardized across all of The Scare Factor’s official haunt review teams. However, keep in mind there will always be minor differences between Teams, as we all have varying levels of experience. Regardless, we do our best to remain true to our core values, which is to promote all haunted attractions!Perhaps the biggest thing to remember is: sometimes the score – in and of itself – doesn’t tell the whole story about an attraction’s merits. This is why we provide detailed explanations for each category… to help you better understand how and why we chose the score/s that we did.We do our best to not let feelings or emotions rule our judgement, while also viewing the attraction through the lens of the typical haunt-goer. But, because all reviews with ratings are inherently subjective, this is nearly impossible to completely prevent. Though, when in doubt, we tend to give slightly lower scores than our original “gut feelings” to account for this, and also give the attraction more room to improve over time.We also do our best to be fair and consistent across all of the haunts that we review. We know that you’ll be looking at these scores and comparing them to other attractions, so we hope this review helps you out in that aspect.Do you have some feedback about our review system? Contact Us Here to let us know what you think!
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