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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.

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Distortions Unlimited Live Monster Mini Golf
25:15
DIY Animatronics

Distortions Unlimited Live Monster Mini Golf

Ed from Distortions Unlimited heads into the paint room to program animatronic creatures for a Monster Mini Golf order. The figures, including a T-Rex and a winged dragon among others, are destined for a soon-to-open Monster Mini Golf location in Katy, Texas. The video offers a behind-the-scenes look at preparing themed creatures for a commercial attraction.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,913 views
Sculpting Frankensteins Experiment With Greg Dykstra | Distortions Monster Tales
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Sculpting Frankensteins Experiment With Greg Dykstra | Distortions Monster Tales

In this installment of Distortions Unlimited's Monster Tales series, Ed Edmunds sits down with sculptor and animator Greg Dykstra to discuss his career, including his time at Pixar and film work spanning titles like The Nightmare Before Christmas and Finding Nemo. The conversation centers on Dykstra's sculpting of the Frankenstein's Experiment animatronic prop for Distortions. It's an interview-driven look at the artistry and history behind a haunt prop rather than a step-by-step build.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,912 views
Dirty Rat Halloween Prop Painting at Distortions Unlimited
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DIY Props

Dirty Rat Halloween Prop Painting at Distortions Unlimited

This behind-the-scenes clip from Distortions Unlimited heads into the paint room to show their Dirty Rat prop being painted and finished. The footage is sped up and set to music, offering a quick overview of the steps that bring the latex creature to life rather than a step-by-step tutorial. It's a glimpse at the professional finishing process behind their commercial Halloween animatronics.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,891 views
Painting Giant Monster Animatronics | Distortions Unlimited Monsters and Music
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DIY Animatronics

Painting Giant Monster Animatronics | Distortions Unlimited Monsters and Music

Distortions Unlimited offers a behind-the-scenes look at their professional animatronics workshop, showcasing the UV paint process applied to a room full of large-scale monster figures. The footage is sped up to give viewers a comprehensive view of how paint transforms raw animatronic forms into finished creatures. Featured pieces include recognizable characters such as a Purple People Eater, Giant Hand, T-Rex, and a Zombie Podium, among others.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,873 views
Animated Trick Trunk Eye Chest | DIY HALLOWEEN Prop How-To Tutorial
14:10
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

Animated Trick Trunk Eye Chest | DIY HALLOWEEN Prop How-To Tutorial

This step-by-step tutorial walks builders through constructing a motorized Halloween chest prop whose lid opens to reveal popping eyeballs, creating an unsettling haunted-display effect. The build is designed as a companion piece to the channel's Motorized Overhead Animator, allowing the two props to work together to animate multiple objects simultaneously. The video is part of a broader DIY Halloween series aimed at helping home haunters achieve professional-looking results with handmade props.

HALLOWEEN DIY & HOW-TO Props & Special Effects· 5,816 views
Talking Skull Jaw Movement Servo Kit
13:30
DIY AnimatronicsBeginner

Talking Skull Jaw Movement Servo Kit

FrightProps walks through their plug-and-play servo kit designed to add realistic jaw movement to standard plastic skulls. The kit pairs with a compatible controller — such as their own ServoTalk unit — to synchronize the jaw motion with spoken audio or dialogue. The result is a convincing talking skull animatronic without requiring custom fabrication or advanced electronics knowledge.

FrightProps· 5,809 views
The Possessed Wall Hanger from Poison Props during IAAPA Expo 2023 #animatronic #hauntedhouse
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Prop Reviews

The Possessed Wall Hanger from Poison Props during IAAPA Expo 2023 #animatronic #hauntedhouse

This short-form video from the Haunted Attraction Network spotlights Poison Props' Possessed Wall Hanger, captured on the floor of IAAPA Expo 2023. The clip offers a look at a professional-grade animatronic designed for haunted house installations. With no supporting description available, the content appears to be a quick showcase or demo reel of the prop in action at the trade show.

Haunted Attraction Network· 5,791 views
rat trap movie.mov
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Prop Reviews

rat trap movie.mov

This short clip from Distortions Unlimited showcases a rat trap-themed animatronic prop intended for haunted attractions. It appears to function as a product demonstration of one of the company's Frightronics-style figures rather than a step-by-step tutorial. Based on the available metadata, specifics about motion, sound, and pricing are not detailed.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,756 views
BANSHEE by Distortions Unlimited during IAAPA Expo 2024 #halloween #animatronics
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Prop Reviews

BANSHEE by Distortions Unlimited during IAAPA Expo 2024 #halloween #animatronics

This short video captures Distortions Unlimited showcasing their Banshee animatronic at the IAAPA Expo 2024 trade show. Distortions Unlimited is a well-known professional haunt prop manufacturer, and IAAPA is a major industry gathering where attraction suppliers debut new products. The clip offers a glimpse of the Banshee figure in action on the expo floor, giving haunt operators and enthusiasts a look at this professional-grade creature prop.

Haunted Attraction Network· 5,755 views
DCL402 DECAP CURTAIN LUNGER PoisonProps.com
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Professional Haunted Attractions

DCL402 DECAP CURTAIN LUNGER PoisonProps.com

The Poison Props DCL402 Decap Curtain Lunger is a professional-grade pneumatic animatronic designed for haunted attractions, dark rides, and walk-through environments. The character hides behind a curtain until triggered, then the curtains fly open and the figure lunges forward roughly five feet while raising an arm to brandish a decapitated head. The unit ships as a complete plug-and-play package including the character, curtain rig, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, motion sensor, digital audio player, powered speaker, and a scream sound effect. Character heads are interchangeable across Poison Props mechanisms, offering customization flexibility.

POISON PROPS· 5,754 views
Frankenstein's Experiment Animatronic
0:24
Prop Reviews

Frankenstein's Experiment Animatronic

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Frankenstein's Experiment animatronic, a towering seven-foot figure inspired by Mary Shelley's classic monster. The prop delivers a two-stage scare by shaking and convulsing as it "comes to life," then lunging forward with outstretched arms. Built-in fog and lighting elements give it a cinematic, high-production quality finish suitable for professional haunt environments.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,751 views
LET'S BUILD - Episode 5: How to Build a Banging Picture or Mirror!
17:30
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

LET'S BUILD - Episode 5: How to Build a Banging Picture or Mirror!

This FrightProps build episode walks viewers through assembling a pneumatic mirror or picture frame prop that physically shakes and bangs against a wall on command. The effect is powered by pneumatics, creating a convincing poltergeist-style scare suitable for haunted houses or home haunts. A commercial kit is available directly from FrightProps for those who want all the components in one package.

FrightProps· 5,736 views
Frankensteins Monster Halloween Animatronic
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Prop Reviews

Frankensteins Monster Halloween Animatronic

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Frankenstein's Monster Halloween animatronic, a professionally crafted figure standing approximately 7 feet tall. The all-electric prop features a heavy-duty shaker motor, integrated sound system with ambient audio, and a light cord that runs through the monster's head, triggering on a roughly 45-second timer cycle. Built from latex and foam over an internal armature, the figure has poseable arms and is designed for long-term use in high-traffic haunt environments.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,727 views
Plastic head pop up prop
4:46
DIY PropsIntermediate

Plastic head pop up prop

StiltbeastStudios demonstrates how to build a pop-up prop using a plastic head as the scare element. The build focuses on the mechanism that launches or raises the head to startle guests. At roughly five minutes, the video delivers a focused, practical overview of the construction process.

StiltbeastStudios· 5,724 views
Bloody Mary Appears in Mirror!
0:29
Prop Reviews

Bloody Mary Appears in Mirror!

FrightProps showcases their Bloody Mary mirror illusion prop, demonstrating how a ghostly figure appears to materialize within a mirror. The video serves as a product showcase for the effect in action. Viewers are directed to the FrightProps website for purchase or additional details.

FrightProps· 5,708 views
Old School Svi VS Modern Day Svi Animatronics
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Prop Reviews

Old School Svi VS Modern Day Svi Animatronics

This video compares old-school SVI animatronic props against their modern-day counterparts, drawing on footage and contributions from multiple Halloween community creators and major retailers including Spirit Halloween and Morris Costumes. The comparison highlights how SVI animatronics have evolved in design, movement, and production quality over the years. References to Gemmy and Distortions Unlimited suggest a broader look at the collector and enthusiast animatronic landscape.

Spooky Guy444· 5,702 views
No clowning around... Halloween Haunt build starting soon! #halloween #shorts
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Yard Haunts

No clowning around... Halloween Haunt build starting soon! #halloween #shorts

A short teaser clip from SpookYouLaterz announcing the imminent launch of their 2023 Halloween yard haunt, with a clown theme front and center. The creator hints at a large collection of new animatronics sourced from major Halloween retailers. It serves as a hype-building preview rather than a full walkthrough or tutorial.

SpookYouLaterz· 5,685 views
Undeath From Above - Animated Zombie Prop
0:32
Prop Reviews

Undeath From Above - Animated Zombie Prop

FrightProps showcases their 'Undeath From Above' animated zombie prop, which starts in a standing overhead position before dramatically leaning down with grabbing arms as the rail releases and the figure drops. The combined torso lean, arm movement, and sudden drop create a multi-stage scare effect. It's presented as one of FrightProps' standout offerings for haunted house environments.

FrightProps· 5,667 views
Distortions Unlimited LIVE Making Monsters in the Paint Room
1:03:43
DIY Props

Distortions Unlimited LIVE Making Monsters in the Paint Room

Distortions Unlimited hosts a live behind-the-scenes session from their paint rooms, where staff members Ed and Tom each work on finishing monster props and animatronics. For the first time, both paint rooms run simultaneously, and the stream checks in on each artist's progress throughout. It offers a candid look at the studio's professional prop-making workflow rather than a step-by-step tutorial.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,650 views
GARGOYLE Animatronic Props | Distortions Unlimited Gargoyles
3:24
Prop Reviews

GARGOYLE Animatronic Props | Distortions Unlimited Gargoyles

Distortions Unlimited showcases several of their gargoyle animatronic props in this short product highlight reel. The video features at least three distinct pieces — the Stone Master Gargoyle, the Electric Gargoyle, and the Gargoyle Shock Shocktronic — demonstrating their animated movements and detailed sculpts. These props are positioned as high-impact additions to gothic, graveyard, or castle-themed haunted displays. The video serves as a visual overview rather than a technical tutorial or in-depth review.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,645 views
Everyone's laughing in this Evil Dead II themed bar #evildead #horror
0:30
Professional Haunted Attractions

Everyone's laughing in this Evil Dead II themed bar #evildead #horror

Slashers Axe Throwing & Ales in Orange County is spotlighted as a standout horror-themed venue, blending immersive set design with a custom animatronic tribute to Evil Dead II's iconic laughing scene. The piece focuses on 'Bruce,' an animatronic character paired with synchronized show lighting and control systems. Staff participation amplifies the experience, making the environment feel fully lived-in and theatrical. The short clip serves as an enthusiastic nod to the venue's commitment to horror authenticity.

Haunted Attraction Network· 5,639 views
FrightProps Small Pop-Up Device
0:10
Pneumatics

FrightProps Small Pop-Up Device

FrightProps showcases their Small Pop-Up Device, a steel pneumatic mechanism designed to launch a prop from a near-horizontal position to fully vertical in an instant. It can be deployed on the ground or wall-mounted to create a pop-out scare effect. Mounting holes are built in for easy prop attachment, making it adaptable to a variety of haunted house setups.

FrightProps· 5,634 views
NEW for 2023 SVI (Morris Costumes) ANIMATRONICS | Halloween & Party Expo/HAuNTcon
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Prop Reviews

NEW for 2023 SVI (Morris Costumes) ANIMATRONICS | Halloween & Party Expo/HAuNTcon

Filmed at the 2023 Halloween and Party Expo (HAuNTcon), this video offers a firsthand look at the Seasonal Visions International (SVI) animatronic lineup showcased at the Morris Costumes booth. The host walks viewers through several new-for-2023 pieces, including pieces themed around a mangy rat, a carne barker, and a soul stealer. It serves as an enthusiast preview of upcoming commercial animatronics for the haunt and Halloween industries.

Haunt Former· 5,624 views
Morris Costumes 2025 CORRODED REAPER Animatronic UNBOXING/SETUP | Groundbreaker Animatronic
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Prop Reviews

Morris Costumes 2025 CORRODED REAPER Animatronic UNBOXING/SETUP | Groundbreaker Animatronic

GMHaunts unboxes and sets up the Morris Costumes 2025 Corroded Reaper, a groundbreaker-style animatronic prop. The video walks viewers through the full process from opening the box to assembly, live demos, and a final review. It offers a thorough first look at a new 2025 Halloween season release for home haunters and collectors evaluating the prop.

GMHaunts· 5,623 views
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