What exactly is a “creature feature”?
That One Sound, a column by internet culture reporter Charlotte Colombo, dives into the origins of viral TikTok sounds. This time, it’s all about the unexpected twist behind the trending “creature feature” audio.
We all hate unwelcome surprises—whether it’s a cringe song on your Spotify Wrapped or an uninvited guest ruining plans. But rest assured, this article isn’t one of them. Here’s everything you need to know about the viral “creature feature” sound taking over TikTok.
The Sound
The trend features TikTokers lip-syncing this line:
“I’m really excited for the new movie!” I exclaim with excitement. Little did I know that it would be a feature. A creature feature. Featuring: the creature.”
The “creature” varies across videos:
- In one TikTok, it’s a sibling’s awkward partner tagging along to a hangout.
- In another, it’s a dog that devoured Christmas decorations.
- Someone else describes an embarrassing song on their Spotify Wrapped.
- A fourth recounts the horror of bumping into someone they had been joking about with a friend.
Where Did It Start?
The sound originated from TikToker Offlain, known for his ironic, deadpan “shitpost” videos parodying the “Try Not to Get Scared” genre. His comedic narration and absurd scenarios have earned him 450,500 followers.
In this particular video, Offlain narrates a story about someone excited to see a movie, only to find out it’s The Creature — or, as he dramatically calls it, “a creature feature featuring a creature.” The twist? The creature is… a cow.
Viral Status
Since debuting on October 10, Offlain’s video has racked up 1.5 million views, with the sound being used in over 14,300 TikToks. The humorous tone and relatability of unwelcome “creatures” have made it a standout trend.
So, whether it’s a cow in a horror movie or your own cringe-worthy Spotify choices, the “creature feature” is here to remind us all to expect the unexpected—and laugh about it later.
