all creators

James Charles

@jamescharles 路 makeup, music, vlogs

open on instagram

Blend, but don鈥檛 blend in. 馃帹馃挒 @painted.co

http://jamescharles.lnk.to/Lonely

19M followers
13 reels read
78.7x best outlier
11.8x typical
179M views in here
27 May 2025 newest

how they make thembroad appeal, broad audience appeal, key props, simple story, setting and light, fast cuts, show not tell, fast pacing

james charlestiktok banpanicjamescharlessocial mediafunny reactionmakeup tutorialcomedy shortdramamakeup transformationbeauty influencerinfluencerviral videolady gagadramatic makeupbody paintreaction videosplit screenfunny momentembarrassing clipfan eventlaughing at himselftiktok humorviral reaction

13 reels in the database, most viral first

1

@jamescharles James Charles 路 1 Oct 2024

78.7x outlier

James Charles reacts with laughter and embarrassment to an awkward clip of himself at a public event.

59M views
1.7M likes
19K comments
0 shares
0 saves
19M followers
8s long
2.9% liked
hookA split screen showing a creator laughing hysterically at his own awkward clip instantly stops people from scrolling.
  • Split screen setup. The video shows a reaction on the left side and event footage on the right side.
  • In bed reaction. A young man lies in bed with messy hair, covering his face while laughing hard.
  • Bold screen text. Big words at the top say I KNEW SOMEONE WAS GOING TO POST THIS with emojis.
  • Broad audience appeal. Embarrassing moments happen to everyone, so anyone can laugh along.
retainViewers stay to see the exact funny moment that made him react so strongly.
  • Real reaction shown. He shows his live laughing reaction while watching the clip instead of explaining it.
  • Genuine high emotion. His real embarrassment and loud laughter make the clip feel authentic and silly.
  • Pacing and shots. The video has 2 shots in 7.9 seconds, with a new shot about every 4.0 seconds.
  • Simple story structure. The clip is easy to follow because you watch his face react to the event in real time.
  • Right video length. The short length of under eight seconds keeps the joke punchy and quick.
rewardViewers get a quick laugh and feel better about their own awkward public moments.
  • Funny entertainment. The clip gives viewers a quick laugh at a silly public mistake.
  • Feeling relatable. Watching a famous person get embarrassed makes viewers feel closer to him.
  • Lighthearted mood. The video leaves people feeling cheerful and amused.
james charlesreaction videosplit screenfunny momentembarrassing clipfan eventlaughing at himselftiktok humorviral reactionawkward faceshort clipcomedy shortcelebrity moment

so sorry to everyone who witnessed this in person today 馃槶

watch on instagram
2

@jamescharles James Charles 路 19 Jan 2025

27.6x outlier

James Charles hides under a bed sheet and talks frantically about a fake TikTok ban in America.

21M views
1.6M likes
8.6K comments
246K shares
47K saves
19M followers
44s long
7.6% liked
hookA famous beauty creator hides under a sheet like he is on the run, which makes viewers pause to see what happened.
  • Frantic face. James Charles looks straight at the camera while hiding under a white bed sheet.
  • Dim bedroom light. The scene is dark under the covers, with pink light on his face.
  • No background music. Only his own rushed talking plays over the video.
  • SOS title text. A big white word on a red box reads SOS over the cover image.
  • Broad appeal. Everyone on TikTok cares about news about the app getting banned.
retainThe viewer stays to hear his dramatic rant and see if his funny secret hiding spot works.
  • Silly premise. He pretends he is hiding from tech companies under his bed sheets.
  • Shown not told. The viewer sees live comments popping up while he talks into the camera.
  • High energy acting. He speaks fast, smiles big, and looks around like he is in danger.
  • Shot pacing. There are 4 shots in 44.4 seconds, changing about every 11.1 seconds.
  • Key prop. The white sheet is needed to make his hiding joke work.
  • Simple story. He says he found a way to use the app when others cannot.
  • Good length. The quick rant is under 45 seconds so it stays exciting.
rewardViewers get a good laugh from a famous creator making light of a big news trend.
  • Funny joke. The over the top panic about a phone app makes people laugh.
  • Shared feeling. Viewers who love the app relate to his fake sadness.
  • Famous creator moment. Fans enjoy seeing a top creator make a quick silly video.
james charlestiktok banfunny rantbed sheethidingdramalive streamcreator jokeamerican creatorsviral comedymakeup artistfunny facepanicbedsocial media jokecomedy short

THEY鈥橰E GONNA GET ME OMG

watch on instagram
3

@jamescharles James Charles 路 3 Mar 2025

20.2x outlier

A makeup artist transforms a sad, bare-faced girl into a confident, glammed beauty in just a few seconds.

15M views
469K likes
1.8K comments
0 shares
0 saves
19M followers
7s long
3.1% liked
hookViewers stop scrolling to see why a girl looks sad next to a cringing makeup artist.
  • Visual setup. A girl without makeup looks upset while a man beside her makes a disgusted face.
  • Setting and light. They sit in front of a simple grey wall with bright studio lights.
  • Background sound. Upbeat hip hop music plays over the video.
  • Audience appeal. Fast makeup transformations attract anyone interested in beauty and dramatic before and after videos.
retainViewers keep watching to see the dramatic before and after glam result.
  • Fast cuts. The video has 8 shots in 7.0 seconds, changing shots every 0.9 seconds.
  • Show not tell. Quick close-up shots show makeup being patted on her face rather than explained.
  • Clear story. The girl goes from bare-faced and sad to fully glammed up and happy.
  • Acting and emotion. The creators move from cringing reactions to confident, proud smiles.
  • Short length. Seven seconds is just enough time to reveal the full beauty makeover.
rewardViewers feel entertained and amazed by the fast makeup glow up.
  • Feeling impressed. Viewers enjoy seeing how pretty the final look turns out.
  • Feeling entertained. The dramatic facial expressions make the video fun to watch.
  • Feeling inspired. People who like beauty might want to try a bold glam look themselves.
james charlesmakeup transformationglam glow upbefore and afterbeauty videocosmeticsfoundation applicationpowder puffbeauty artistquick makeoverface makeupglam style

My favorite bop to glam 馃き馃帹 @realcamillaara @painted.co

watch on instagram
4

@jamescharles James Charles 路 19 Jan 2025

19.0x outlier

A famous creator panics on camera when a popular app suddenly stops working.

14M views
1.4M likes
12K comments
121K shares
17K saves
19M followers
30s long
10.0% liked
hookJames Charles gets right up in the camera with huge reactions, instantly grabbing your attention.
  • Creator look. James Charles looks straight into the lens with wide eyes and loud expressions.
  • Setting light. He is sitting outside at night under warm yellow lanterns.
  • Audio sound. He talks fast and yells in a shocked voice with no background music.
  • Broad appeal. Anyone who uses social apps will want to see why he is so upset.
retainHis wild emotional reaction keeps people watching until the end.
  • Big energy. His silly panic over a sudden app blackout keeps the clip exciting.
  • Fast rant. He talks directly to the camera instead of writing a plain text post.
  • Raw emotion. He screams, gasps, and covers his face in disbelief.
  • One shot. The video is 1 unbroken take that lasts 30.0 seconds.
  • No props. The whole video depends on his face and funny reactions.
  • Easy story. He explains the sudden shutdown step by step as he panics.
  • Short time. A quick thirty second rant is just long enough to capture his shock.
rewardViewers feel amused and entertained by a shared internet moment.
  • Funny laugh. His over the top reactions make people smile.
  • Shared moment. People relate to feeling lost when an app goes offline.
  • Quick news. Viewers hear about a big online event right when it happens.
james charlesjamescharlestiktok banapp downpanicreactiondramaticfunnyrantsocial mediabeauty influencerinfluencertrendingviral videooutrageinternet newsvlog

IT鈥橲 GONE

watch on instagram
5

@jamescharles James Charles 路 20 Mar 2025

18.7x outlier

James Charles and a friend transform into dramatic red and white Lady Gaga inspired looks while lip syncing.

14M views
841K likes
5.2K comments
35K shares
24K saves
19M followers
25s long
6.0% liked
hookViewers stop to see two creators instantly snap from plain clothes into elaborate glam outfits.
  • Initial visual. Two creators stand in casual dark clothes in a dark room.
  • Audio cue. Lady Gaga's upbeat song Abracadabra begins playing.
  • Broad appeal. High energy makeup transitions attract music and beauty fans everywhere.
retainRapid cuts between contrasting red and white outfits keep viewers watching until the final pose.
  • Visual transition. Quick cuts show dramatic makeup and matching red and white costumes.
  • Show not tell. The video displays the finished glam looks directly through rhythmic poses.
  • Fast pacing. 13 shots in 24.5 seconds match the fast tempo of the song.
  • Color contrast. Bold red lace corsets clash dramatically with clean white satin dresses.
  • Right length. The 24.5 second duration keeps the visual rhythm tight and exciting.
rewardViewers get a quick burst of colorful pop culture entertainment and makeup inspiration.
  • Visual delight. Bright makeup colors and bold costumes create an exciting view.
  • Fan satisfaction. Lady Gaga fans enjoy a dramatic tribute to her music.
  • Creative spark. Makeup fans get inspired by the extreme eyeliner and lip choices.
james charleslady gagaabracadabramakeup transformationglam lookbeauty transitionpop culturered corsetwhite dressdramatic makeupcostume transitionlip sync video

ABRACADABRA 馃獎 for our queen of mayhem @ladygaga 鉂わ笍 red or white? #makeup #transformation #ladygaga

watch on instagram
6

@jamescharles James Charles 路 12 Jan 2025

17.8x outlier

James Charles reacts with shock when a drive-thru worker makes a funny flirty joke.

13M views
399K likes
1.9K comments
0 shares
0 saves
19M followers
7s long
3.0% liked
hookA split screen video instantly grabs attention with a famous creator reacting to a drive-thru interaction.
  • Split screen visual. James Charles sits on the left resting his face on his hand, while a drive-thru video plays on the right.
  • Bright indoor light. The creator is indoors with soft lighting while the right side is outdoors in daytime.
  • Clear natural voice. The worker hands over a pink drink and asks a question right away.
  • Broad audience appeal. Anyone who buys drinks at a drive-thru or likes funny reactions will stop to watch.
retainViewers stay to hear the punchline of the joke and see how James Charles reacts.
  • Silly joke idea. The worker asks what else is pink and leaves before explaining, making it funny.
  • Expressive facial reaction. James goes from quiet to wide-eyed surprise, covering his face in embarrassment.
  • Single continuous take. The video is 1 unbroken take with no cuts over 6.7 seconds, so the moment feels real.
  • Pink drink prop. The pink drink gives the worker a funny line to start the conversation.
  • Simple visual story. The viewer can easily follow the short conversation from start to finish.
  • Perfect video length. At 6.7 seconds long, the clip delivers a quick laugh without wasting time.
rewardViewers get a quick laugh from a funny interaction and a dramatic reaction.
  • Quick laugh. The unexpected flirt line makes the clip fun to watch.
  • Funny embarrassment. Watching someone get flustered creates a lighthearted feeling.
  • Relatable joke. It reminds viewers of awkward or funny customer service moments.
james charlesduet reactionfunny videodrive thru jokepink drinkstarbucks workerflirty commentshock reactioncomedy clipshort jokesocial media trendquick humor clip

I鈥檒l take another pinkity drinkity please 馃き馃崜

watch on instagram
7

@jamescharles James Charles 路 19 Jan 2025

11.8x outlier

James Charles panics inside a dark car because his favorite social media app is down.

8.9M views
846K likes
7.5K comments
69K shares
11K saves
19M followers
51s long
9.5% liked
hookJames Charles grabs attention by screaming and making wild faces inside a dark car.
  • Dramatic face. James Charles fills the frame with a wide open mouth and huge eyes.
  • Dark car setting. He sits in a car at night wearing a brown leather jacket.
  • Loud original audio. He yells right away about crashing out over an app.
  • Broad topic. App outages affect millions of people every day.
retainPeople keep watching to see how dramatic his reaction to the app outage will get.
  • High energy performance. He rubs his head and gasps while telling his story.
  • One unbroken take. The camera stays on him for 1 unbroken take lasting 50.8 seconds.
  • Simple story line. He talks about restarting his phone app six times in a row.
  • No extra props. His voice and facial expressions carry the whole story.
  • Good clip length. The 50.8 seconds duration gives him enough time to vent.
rewardViewers feel amused by his over the top reaction to an app outage.
  • Relatable moment. Viewers laugh because they also get upset when apps break.
  • Funny entertainment. His extreme drama makes a minor problem look huge.
  • Community feeling. Fans feel connected knowing everyone is experiencing the outage together.
james charlesjamescharlestiktok banapp outagecrashing outfreak outcar rantfunny reactiondramaviral videoinfluencersocial mediapanicnight cartalking headtrending topic

I AM CRASHING OUTTTT

watch on instagram
8

@jamescharles James Charles 路 19 Jan 2025

9.0x outlier

James Charles shows a simple trick to use TikTok on a computer browser when the phone app is blocked.

6.8M views
320K likes
5.7K comments
32K shares
11K saves
19M followers
55s long
4.7% liked
hookThe bold text on screen promises a way to get around the TikTok ban without using a VPN.
  • Big text. White letters say I HACKED BACK INTO TIKTOK across his face.
  • Facial expression. James looks shocked and excited with wide eyes and an open mouth.
  • Simple setting. He wears a grey hoodie in a bright white room.
  • Loud voice. He shouts immediately to catch viewer attention.
  • Broad appeal. Everyone who uses TikTok wants to know how to keep using the app.
retainViewers stay to watch every step of his chaotic plan to see if his video actually uploads.
  • Real proof. He shows his laptop screen instead of just talking about the website.
  • High energy. His loud talking and big laughs keep the excitement high throughout.
  • Fast cuts. The video uses 8 shots in 54.5 seconds with a new shot about every 6.8 seconds to keep moving.
  • Key props. The laptop and smartphone are needed to show each step of his trick.
  • Clear steps. He explains filming on Instagram, editing, and uploading to the browser site.
  • Right timing. The clip is under a minute long, so the story moves very quickly.
rewardViewers feel amused by the frantic effort and happy to learn a clever website trick.
  • Amused feeling. His loud panic and excitement make the process fun to watch.
  • Satisfied feeling. Seeing his new post appear on his profile brings a sense of victory.
  • Useful knowledge. People learn that the TikTok website still works even if the phone app is down.
james charlesjamescharlestiktok hackbypass banupload videolaptop trickinstagram reelseditingcomedybeauty influencertutorialviral workaroundsocial mediainternet trend

I鈥橫 BACK IN HAHAHAHAHAHA

watch on instagram
9

@jamescharles James Charles 路 29 Oct 2024

8.9x outlier

A makeup creator paints his face and body to turn himself into a blue alien from the movie Avatar.

6.7M views
270K likes
898 comments
0 shares
0 saves
19M followers
33s long
4.0% liked
hookViewers stop scrolling to see how a person gluing a prosthetic piece to his nose will turn into a movie character.
  • First impression. A man holds a white nose piece to his face while blue paint covers his neck and chest.
  • Studio setup. Bright studio light shines against a plain grey background.
  • Background audio. Soft movie-style music plays in the background.
  • Text overlay. Bold white text at the top reads AVATAR HALLOWEEN MAKEUP.
  • Broad appeal. Movie characters and Halloween costume ideas appeal to a very wide audience.
retainViewers watch until the end to see the final full-body outfit and makeup reveal.
  • Complete reveal. The video builds up to a dramatic final shot showing the full blue alien look with costume and tail.
  • Fast edits. There are 31 shots in 32.6 seconds, keeping every step quick and active.
  • Step by step. The process is easy to follow as each makeup layer is added in clear order.
  • Key props. Fake ears, nose pieces, body paint, and brushes are essential to building the look.
  • Right pacing. The video fits dozens of detailed makeup steps into a short clip without slowing down.
rewardViewers feel amazed by the detailed costume transformation and inspired for Halloween.
  • Visually satisfying. Watching plain skin turn bright blue with detailed patterns feels satisfying to see.
  • Creative inspiration. Viewers get creative ideas for impressive costume makeup during Halloween.
  • Appreciation of skill. The high skill needed to blend makeup and fit prosthetic pieces impresses the audience.
james charleshalloween makeupavatar transformationblue alien makeupcostume tutorialbody paintmakeup tutorialcosmetic transformationavatar costumebeautyhalloween look

AVATAR MAKEUP TRANSFORMATION 馃┑ #halloween #makeup #avatar

watch on instagram
10

@jamescharles James Charles 路 2 Nov 2024

6.6x outlier

A creator shows how hunger turns him into a grey Greek statue.

5M views
357K likes
5.2K comments
0 shares
0 saves
19M followers
14s long
7.1% liked
hookA creator asks if he has eaten yet today while lying in bed, making viewers curious about his reaction.
  • Look and pose. A young man with brown hair sits in bed wearing a white hoodie and touching his face.
  • Setting and light. The room is brightly lit with a white bed and simple walls behind him.
  • Audio and sound. Soft music plays while a person speaks about being hungry.
  • Text on screen. Plain text shows his thoughts about needing to eat.
  • Broad appeal. Most people understand forgetting to eat until they feel hungry.
retainViewers stay to see the sudden shift to an impressive marble statue costume.
  • The big surprise. The video cuts from a normal room to full body paint that looks like a stone statue.
  • Showing the idea. The creator uses detailed makeup and props instead of just telling a joke.
  • Pacing and cuts. The clip has 2 shots in 14.3 seconds, with a cut at 6.0 seconds.
  • Key props. A golden harp prop and laurel crown make the statue look realistic.
  • Simple story. The clip moves from feeling hungry to acting like an ancient statue.
rewardViewers get a quick laugh and marvel at creative body paint skills.
  • Funny joke. The dramatic change from bed to a statue is funny.
  • Impression of skill. Viewers feel amazed by the grey makeup and detailed shading.
  • Relatable moment. People feel amused when jokes are made about feeling dramatically hungry.
james charlesmakeup tutorialgreek statuebody paintfunny reactionhungry jokestatue makeuptransformationbeauty creatorartistic makeupfunny shortviral trendcomedy videocostume

Do you not get the concept? 馃檮

watch on instagram
11

@jamescharles ANASTASILE 馃拫 路 27 Mar 2025

6.4x outlier

Two people in bold outfits lip sync and act dramatic in front of dark background lights.

4.8M views
162K likes
959 comments
0 shares
0 saves
19M followers
9s long
3.4% liked
hookThe bright white outfit and dramatic face makeup capture attention instantly.
  • Striking look. A blonde person in a bright white dress stands in front of dark lights while music plays.
  • Broad audience appeal. Anyone who enjoys dramatic fashion and high energy video clips will stop to watch.
retainFast camera cuts and a sudden red outfit reveal keep viewers watching.
  • Quick camera cuts. There are 7 shots in 9.1 seconds, with a new shot landing about every 1.3 seconds.
  • Surprising outfit twist. A second person in a bright red hat and red dress suddenly appears.
  • Expressive acting. Both people use wide eyes and big hand movements to act out the song.
  • Perfect timing. The short length fits the music clip without getting boring.
rewardViewers feel entertained by the bold fashion and fun lip sync performance.
  • Fun energy. The bright costumes and theatrical poses leave people feeling excited.
  • Fashion inspiration. Viewers get to enjoy two contrasting outfits in red and white.
  • Catchy moment. The quick rhythm leaves the music stuck in the viewer's head.
james charlesanastasilelip syncdramatic makeupfashion reelred and white outfitsmusical actingquick video cutsshort choreographyeye contactbold styledark lighting

Look, who鈥檚 watching me 馃憖

watch on instagram
12

@jamescharles James Charles 路 30 Oct 2024

6.3x outlier

James Charles transforms into Daphne Blake from Scooby-Doo using makeup, a wig, and a cartoon costume.

4.8M views
196K likes
1.3K comments
0 shares
0 saves
19M followers
35s long
4.1% liked
hookA viewer stops scrolling to see a dramatic makeup transformation starting with a magnifying glass and a wig.
  • Bold visual opening. James Charles stares at the camera wearing a white bathrobe against a grey background.
  • Bright studio setup. Bright lighting highlights every facial expression against a simple backdrop.
  • Upbeat nostalgic song. The song What's New Scooby-Doo by Simple Plan plays softly in the background.
  • No onscreen text. The video lets the visual story unfold without text captions.
  • Broad audience appeal. Anyone who enjoys makeup art or classic cartoon shows will be curious to watch.
retainViewers keep watching to see each makeup step build toward the final costume reveal.
  • Fun cartoon theme. Turning into a beloved cartoon character keeps the viewer interested.
  • Visual makeup steps. Each step from bright orange eyebrows to yellow eye shadow is shown on camera.
  • Playful facial expressions. Confident looks and quick smiles keep the energy high.
  • Pacing and shot count. There are 13 shots in 34.5 seconds to move through the transformation quickly.
  • Key props used. High heels, a headband, a wig, and a magnifying glass help complete the final character look.
  • Clear step sequence. The process flows logically from brows to eyes, skin makeup, lips, and costume.
  • Ideal video length. The runtime is just long enough to show the full change without dragging.
rewardThe viewer enjoys a creative cosplay makeup video that brings a cartoon character to life.
  • Creative makeup ideas. Viewers get inspired by bright eyeshadow and bold eyebrow colors.
  • Nostalgic enjoyment. Seeing Daphne Blake recreated in real life brings back fond cartoon memories.
  • Satisfying before and after. Watching the complete physical change offers a fun sense of completion.
james charlesdaphne blakescooby doomakeup tutorialcosplay transformationbeauty lookcolorful eyeshadoworange wigcartoon cosplay costumesimple planhalloween outfit ideas

DAPHNE BLAKE 馃А馃挏 Looking like a Scooby Snack 馃Υ makeup by me wig styled by @stassibellebeauty hair from @megalookhair

watch on instagram
13

@jamescharles James Charles 路 27 May 2025

6.2x outlier

James Charles reacts with laughter to a tweet lying about his red carpet appearance, then proves photographers were taking his picture.

4.6M views
133K likes
1.5K comments
0 shares
0 saves
19M followers
25s long
2.9% liked
hookA person laughing while showing a mean post about a red carpet event makes viewers curious if the post is true.
  • Bold visual. A creator in a red hoodie covers his face in laughter over a red carpet clip.
  • Bright lighting. The video shows a bright purple backdrop and colorful makeup.
  • Upbeat music. Lady Gaga - Paparazzi plays in the background.
  • Onscreen text. Words at the top claim not a single camera flashed for him.
  • Broad audience. Anyone who likes celebrity drama or funny internet rumors will stop to watch.
retainFast clips proving the tweet wrong keep viewers watching to see all the photos.
  • Funny response. The creator laughs off a rumor instead of getting mad.
  • Clear proof. He shows actual photo search results with dozens of professional shots.
  • Expressive reaction. His laughter in the corner adds personality to the proof.
  • Fast pacing. 20 shots in 25.0 seconds keep the visual proof moving very quickly.
  • Simple setup. Screen recording with a face overlay makes the story simple to follow.
  • Right length. 25.0 seconds is just enough time to show the rumor and debunk it.
rewardViewers get a funny laugh and the satisfying feeling of seeing a viral rumor debunked.
  • Good laugh. Watching someone laugh at a fake news post is funny.
  • Satisfying conclusion. Seeing real pictures proves the rumor was wrong.
  • Celebrity moment. Viewers get a glimpse behind red carpet photography.
james charlesred carpetrumordebunkpaparazzilady gagared hoodaward showfunny reactionlaughterphoto proofgetty imagesmakeuppurple backdropinternet dramaviral tweet