How to Create Viral Scary TikTok Videos and Earn Thousands Per Month
Yo guys, welcome back to the blog! 👋 If you’ve been on TikTok recently, you’ve probably noticed those scary story videos blowing up everywhere. The crazy part? This niche is still highly unsaturated. Very few people know how to make these types of videos, and the creators who are early in the game are generating thousands of dollars every single month.
Why This TikTok Niche Works
Scary stories and true events naturally grab attention. TikTok thrives on short, binge-worthy content, and scary/creepy stories are perfect for keeping viewers hooked. For example, one creator uploaded a short scary TikTok and pulled in 5.5 million views and 500,000+ likes. Another creator turned a random scream at a basketball game into a meme that went viral with 4.3 million views.
That’s the power of this niche — short, simple, but highly engaging videos that TikTok’s algorithm loves to push.
Examples of Viral Scary Story Videos
- True Stories: Historical creepy events narrated in a suspenseful style.
- Urban Legends: Mysterious local tales turned into TikTok shorts.
- Random Viral Clips: Turning everyday odd events into meme-worthy scary stories.
Two Ways to Make Viral TikTok Scary Videos
1. The Automated Method
If you want a faster route, you can use Faceless Reels. This platform lets you auto-generate videos in just a few clicks:
- Choose a niche (scary stories, conspiracy theories, true crime).
- Select a voiceover (e.g., the “Adam” TikTok-style voice).
- Pick a style (creepy comic works best).
- Add effects and export your video.
Plans start at $19/month for three videos weekly, or $40/month if you want to upload daily. Automated videos save time, but they lack customization. Also, it’s best to download and upload videos manually to TikTok — TikTok often suppresses content uploaded directly from third-party tools.
2. The Manual Method (Recommended)
If you want more control and uniqueness, go manual. Here’s how:
- Pick a story: Use ChatGPT to generate original scary stories (make sure they fit 1-minute TikTok format).
- Create visuals: Take reference frames from other videos, then generate new images in the same style with AI tools like DALL·E.
- Voiceover: Use 11Labs for realistic AI voices to narrate the story.
- Edit: Import into CapCut, add zoom/pan effects, glitch overlays, and captions.
- Optional: Animate characters with Kaiber AI or Runway for more dynamic results.
The manual method takes longer but gives you complete flexibility. You can add effects, design better captions, and make your content stand out in a crowded TikTok feed.
Tips for TikTok Growth in This Niche
- Stick to one sub-niche per page (e.g., only scary stories, only conspiracy theories, etc.). TikTok rewards consistent branding.
- Keep videos short (30–60 seconds max) unless your account is monetized.
- Always use trending sounds from TikTok’s library for higher reach.
- Add captions — most viewers watch without sound.
- Post consistently (at least 1–2 times daily).
Other Sub-Niches to Explore
Scary stories are hot right now, but competition will rise. Other unsaturated niches you could try include:
- Urban legends
- Conspiracy theories
- Alien & UFO sightings
- True crime shorts
- Celebrity/rappers viral news
The key is dedicating one TikTok account to a single sub-niche. This boosts your authority and helps TikTok’s algorithm recommend your videos to the right audience.
Final Thoughts
This niche is still early. If you hop in now, you can easily hit your first $10,000 month on TikTok. Start with either automated or manual videos, test what works, and scale up. Don’t forget to join communities like Discord groups where TikTok creators share tips and feedback.
For more in-depth TikTok growth strategies, check out this guide on making money from TikTok.
Pro Tip: Subscribe and stay tuned — I’ll be launching a free Discord server soon that covers both TikTok Shop and CRP (Creator Rewards Program) to help you maximize earnings.
🔥 The time to start is now. Don’t wait until the niche is oversaturated. Create, post, and grow!
