This kind of short female scream has circulated for years as a generic stock-style effect on soundboards, meme pages and editing libraries, rather than as a line from one identifiable film or show. Because it is only about a second long and carries no words, it is easy to reuse across formats, from short videos and streams to prank compilations and reaction memes. Its popularity comes from its clarity and immediacy: listeners recognise the emotion instantly, without needing context, which keeps it useful for creators who need a fast, punchy scare or surprise cue.