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Every diy animatronics video worth your time, gathered in one place. Browse builds, tutorials, and showcases — each embedded from its original creator with a quick summary so you can find exactly what you need.

2038 videos

We turned LABUBUS into Nightmare Animatronics!
22:04
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

We turned LABUBUS into Nightmare Animatronics!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay transform popular Labubu collectible figures into horror-themed animatronic props, giving the trendy toys a nightmarish makeover. The build incorporates animatronic mechanisms and custom fabrication, including a 3D-printed Freddy Krueger-style glove sourced from a free Thingiverse file. The project bridges pop-culture collectibles with Halloween prop-making, turning something cute and recognizable into something genuinely unsettling. Special fabrication collaboration credit goes to BeardlessProps.

Wicked Makers· 961,648 views
2019 Halloween Props & Animatronics Catalog | Distortions Unlimited
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Prop Reviews

2019 Halloween Props & Animatronics Catalog | Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases their full 2019 product lineup in this catalog-style video, covering animated props, static pieces, Shocktronics, and costumes. Highlights include named pieces such as Mr. Bubblebarf, Electric Chair Revenge, Chained Fury, and Giant Skull. The company, with over 40 years of experience, manufactures all products in the USA and has been featured on the Travel Channel series Making Monsters. This is a broad overview rather than a build tutorial, making it ideal for haunters scouting new season purchases.

DistortionsUnlimited· 924,426 views
We made a real crawling THING Animatronic!
20:39
DIY AnimatronicsAdvanced

We made a real crawling THING Animatronic!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay transform a Spirit Halloween mechanical crawling hand animatronic into a screen-accurate 'Thing' from Netflix's Wednesday series. The build walks through disassembly, clay sculpting over the existing mechanism, two-part plaster mold making, latex skin casting, and final painting. A guest expert in mold making and sculpture joined the project and contributed key technical guidance throughout. The result is a fully functional walking animatronic with a realistic latex skin that closely resembles the on-screen character.

Wicked Makers· 909,960 views
Real BILL CIPHER Animatronic! #gravityfalls #billcipher
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DIY Animatronics

Real BILL CIPHER Animatronic! #gravityfalls #billcipher

Wicked Makers creators Jaimie and Jay tackle one of Halloween's most unique character builds — bringing Bill Cipher, the iconic triangle dream demon from Gravity Falls, to life as a functioning animatronic. The short-form video showcases the finished build and its movement, celebrating the intersection of pop culture fandom and Halloween prop-making. It's a compelling proof-of-concept for fans eager to see the beloved animated villain realized in three dimensions.

Wicked Makers· 802,346 views
INSANE SPIRIT HALLOWEEN MAKEOVER! Making The Joker...
16:31
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate$50–$150+ depending on thrift finds and existing materials

INSANE SPIRIT HALLOWEEN MAKEOVER! Making The Joker...

Wicked Makers transforms Spirit Halloween's Nozzles the Clown animatronic into a detailed Joker character inspired by the Batman: Arkham game series and The Dark Knight. The makeover involves a full costume swap using thrifted purple suit pieces, a latex face repaint, and realistic glass iris replacements. Clothing is weathered with black acrylic paint, and the prop is connected to a fog machine for a dramatic final effect. The video demonstrates how an off-the-shelf animatronic can serve as a strong foundation for a highly personalized Halloween display piece.

Wicked Makers· 764,347 views
We made a WEDNESDAY ADDAMS Animatronic!
12:57
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

We made a WEDNESDAY ADDAMS Animatronic!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay transform a store-bought child-sized animatronic doll into a custom Wednesday Addams character through a full prop makeover. The build includes a detailed face repaint with hand-painted eyes crafted from ping pong balls, a new wig, a period-appropriate costume, and replacement footwear. The project ties into the Netflix Wednesday series release and showcases how an off-the-shelf Halloween animatronic can be completely reimagined with accessible materials. The result is a striking, life-sized OOAK display piece with personality and character.

Wicked Makers· 662,014 views
Halloween Witch Animatronic Makeover! (DOLLAR STORE CHALLENGE)
20:03
DIY AnimatronicsBeginnerUnder $20 (Dollar Tree materials only)

Halloween Witch Animatronic Makeover! (DOLLAR STORE CHALLENGE)

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie take on a dollar-store-only challenge to transform Home Depot's Lethal Lily rocking-chair witch animatronic into a one-of-a-kind haunted centerpiece. Using exclusively Dollar Tree finds, they repaint the animatronic's face, upgrade her costume and staff, and add a misting cauldron smoke effect to her basket. The result is a dramatically enhanced prop that looks far more expensive than its budget origins suggest. The video is packed with quick, accessible techniques any home haunter can replicate.

Wicked Makers· 660,615 views
Monster Beheading Illusion Prop at Distortions Unlimited
1:15
Prop Reviews

Monster Beheading Illusion Prop at Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases a custom-built Monster Beheading illusion animatronic in this short behind-the-scenes clip, featuring company figures Ed Edmunds and Marsha Taub Edmunds along with a live performer demonstrating the prop in action. The illusion gives the convincing appearance of a monster pulling off its own head, combining animatronic engineering with live performance. Distortions also offers a related commercial product called Shock and Awe through their online store. The clip doubles as a fun product tease and a peek into the creative culture at one of Halloween's longest-running prop manufacturers.

DistortionsUnlimited· 589,027 views
We Tested ONE STAR Animatronics!
20:12
Prop Reviews

We Tested ONE STAR Animatronics!

Jaimie and Jay from Wicked Makers track down the cheapest and strangest one-star-rated animatronics they can find and put them through their paces. The duo shares their honest reactions to each prop's performance, quirks, and shortcomings. They also pitch ideas for how each dud could be transformed into a genuinely impressive five-star animatronic with some creative makeover work.

Wicked Makers· 569,335 views
We made a JUMPING SPIDER Animatronic!
16:30
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

We made a JUMPING SPIDER Animatronic!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay transform a store-bought Spirit Halloween Jumping Spider animatronic into a glowing, game-inspired creature build. Using EVA foam, foam clay, UV resin, and fluorescent neon paint, they rebuild the spider's exterior with armored shells, spikes, and glowing orbs. The finished prop blazes under UV blacklight, turning a floppy plush animatronic into a striking yard-haunt centerpiece. The project draws on DIY cosplay fabrication techniques adapted for Halloween prop-making.

Wicked Makers· 564,591 views
We made a real LEGO Zombie! (Animatronic)
12:08
DIY AnimatronicsAdvanced

We made a real LEGO Zombie! (Animatronic)

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay construct an oversized animatronic LEGO Zombie Minifigure inspired by Zeke from the Scooby-Doo LEGO set. The build progresses from a cardboard prototype to 3D-printed parts, which are then detailed with Apoxie Sculpt for realistic texture, dressed in fabric clothing, hand-painted, and finally brought to life with servo motors programmed in Bottango. The finished prop was field-tested at a kids' LEGO summer camp with enthusiastic results. It serves as both a showpiece Halloween decoration and a masterclass in combining multiple maker disciplines into one cohesive animatronic build.

Wicked Makers· 515,464 views
We made a flying CAINE Animatronic! (Amazing Digital Circus)
39:54
DIY AnimatronicsAdvanced

We made a flying CAINE Animatronic! (Amazing Digital Circus)

Wicked Makers creators Jay and Jaimie tackle an ambitious fan-build project: a fully functional animatronic version of Caine, the host character from the animated series The Amazing Digital Circus. The build incorporates a flying effect, bringing the floating, top-hat-wearing AI character to life in three dimensions. The project leverages resin 3D printing and collaboration with several prop-making specialists. At 40 minutes, the video offers an in-depth look at the full fabrication process from concept to finished animatronic.

Wicked Makers· 507,655 views
How to Control the Speed of a Pneumatic Cylinder
6:58
PneumaticsBeginner

How to Control the Speed of a Pneumatic Cylinder

Scott from FrightProps walks through the core methods for tuning the speed of a pneumatic cylinder used in Halloween props and animatronics. The video covers flow control fittings and speed control mufflers as tools for slowing cylinder movement, and quick exhaust valves as a way to dramatically increase stroke speed. All featured components are available through the FrightProps store and are demonstrated in a practical, hands-on format. This is a concise, beginner-friendly reference for anyone fine-tuning air-powered haunt effects.

FrightProps· 491,461 views
Halloween Playground Animatronic Props | Kreepy Kids
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Prop Reviews

Halloween Playground Animatronic Props | Kreepy Kids

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Kreepy Kids animatronic lineup from 2019, highlighting three playground-themed pieces: the Kiddyland Swing, Maypole, and Teeter-totter. These professionally manufactured props are designed for yard haunts, Halloween events, and dark attractions. With over four decades in the industry, Distortions Unlimited is recognized for producing durable, high-quality animated Halloween props.

DistortionsUnlimited· 485,770 views
2020 Halloween Props & Haunt Animatronics Catalog | Distortions Unlimited
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Prop Reviews

2020 Halloween Props & Haunt Animatronics Catalog | Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited presents their full 2020 product lineup in this catalog-style showcase video, covering animated props, static props, Shocktronics, costumes, and masks. Highlights from the new-for-2020 collection include characters such as Demon Fury, Colossus, Wicked Wolf, and Jack Attack, alongside returning fan favorites like Kreepy Kids. The video is aimed at haunters at every level, from home haunt enthusiasts to professional attraction operators. Distortions Unlimited is a US-based manufacturer with television recognition from the Travel Channel series Making Monsters.

DistortionsUnlimited· 472,383 views
2023 Halloween Props & Animatronics Catalog | Distortions Unlimited
17:31
Prop Reviews

2023 Halloween Props & Animatronics Catalog | Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases their full 2023 lineup of Halloween animatronics and props, spanning characters from a charging werewolf and a pumpkin witch to a giant reaper and a talking wizard. The catalog video highlights the brand's broad appeal, covering sci-fi horror, fantasy, and classic monster themes. With over 40 years of experience and US-based manufacturing, Distortions serves home haunters, professional haunted attractions, and themed entertainment venues alike. The video functions as a visual product catalog rather than a build or tutorial.

DistortionsUnlimited· 346,750 views
TRANSWORLD 2017 Halloween Trade Show PoisonProps.com
12:03
Professional Haunted Attractions

TRANSWORLD 2017 Halloween Trade Show PoisonProps.com

This video takes viewers on a walkthrough of the Transworld 2017 Halloween & Attractions trade show, one of the haunted house industry's premier annual events. Poison Props marks their 10th consecutive year exhibiting at the show, and the footage captures the breadth of the vendor floor including animatronics, pneumatic props, set design elements, costumes, masks, and makeup. It offers a broad snapshot of where the professional haunt industry stood in 2017.

POISON PROPS· 270,756 views
EASY Halloween Pop-Up Mechanism DIY
5:50
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$60

EASY Halloween Pop-Up Mechanism DIY

VanOaksProps demonstrates a straightforward motorized pop-up mechanism designed to animate ghosts, goblins, or similar Halloween figures. The build relies on a slow-RPM synchronous motor, patio door rollers, and basic lumber and aluminum flat stock to create repeating up-and-down motion. Only a handful of tools are required, making this accessible to builders with limited workshop experience. The finished mechanism can be dropped into a yard haunt or home display to add eye-catching movement on a modest budget.

VanOaksProps· 264,394 views
DIY ANIMATED Tombstones for your HALLOWEEN Graveyard
27:40
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

DIY ANIMATED Tombstones for your HALLOWEEN Graveyard

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks builders through creating animated, motor-driven foam tombstones for a Halloween graveyard display. The project combines hot wire foam carving with electric motors and hinges to bring the gravestones to life with physical movement. The build is approachable for intermediate DIYers and is designed to make a strong visual impact in a yard haunt or cemetery scene. A Nightmare Before Christmas aesthetic influence is noted among the inspirations.

Monster Tutorials· 247,141 views
Face Off Baby Doll | R.I.P. Reviews
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Prop Reviews

Face Off Baby Doll | R.I.P. Reviews

This video reviews the Face Off Baby Doll, a Spirit Halloween animated prop from 2015. The reviewer showcases the prop's key features, which include light-up eyes and face, a moving mouth, a dropping head motion, and built-in spooky audio. It falls under the channel's ongoing R.I.P. Reviews series dedicated to evaluating Halloween props and animatronics. The video serves as a buying guide for haunters looking to add a creepy doll centerpiece to their haunt.

Haunt Former· 238,067 views
Custom Monster's Revenge Animatronic from poison props #animatronic #halloween #hauntedhouse
0:09
DIY Animatronics

Custom Monster's Revenge Animatronic from poison props #animatronic #halloween #hauntedhouse

This short-form video from the Haunted Attraction Network showcases a custom animatronic piece called Monster's Revenge, built by Poison Props. The clip appears to highlight the finished prop in action, giving haunt professionals and enthusiasts a look at a high-end creature animatronic. Given the brevity and lack of a source description, specific build or mechanical details are limited.

Haunted Attraction Network· 205,934 views
Jolt Electric Chair Animatronic Prop
0:22
Prop Reviews

Jolt Electric Chair Animatronic Prop

Distortions Unlimited showcases Jolt, a ready-to-use electric chair animatronic prop designed for haunted attractions and Halloween events. The figure delivers a wild shaking motion paired with built-in audio to sell the electrocution illusion. As a manufactured, plug-and-play product, it requires no DIY assembly and is aimed at professional haunt operators and serious home haunters alike.

DistortionsUnlimited· 202,146 views
Jolt
0:38
Prop Reviews

Jolt

This short clip from Distortions Unlimited spotlights Jolt, an electric-chair animatronic designed for haunted attractions. The brief showcase highlights the prop as a dramatic, execution-themed centerpiece. It functions as a promotional preview rather than a build guide or in-depth review.

DistortionsUnlimited· 193,535 views
Bones Animated Skeleton
0:33
Prop Reviews

Bones Animated Skeleton

This short video from FrightProps showcases their animated skeleton prop, known as Bones. The clip appears to be a product demonstration highlighting the electric-powered movement of the figure. At under a minute, it serves primarily as a quick visual preview to accompany the product listing on the FrightProps website.

FrightProps· 187,900 views