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Every prop reviews 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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TRANSWORLD 2018 HIGHLIGHTS - Halloween & Haunt Show HAA
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Professional Haunted Attractions

TRANSWORLD 2018 HIGHLIGHTS - Halloween & Haunt Show HAA

Distortions Unlimited takes viewers on a highlight tour of the 2018 Transworld Halloween & Haunt Show, one of the industry's premier trade events. The walkthrough showcases a wide range of vendors and creators spanning animatronics, masks, gore props, costumes, SFX makeup, and body painting. It offers a broad snapshot of the professional Halloween and haunted attraction industry, including suppliers serving haunts, escape rooms, corn mazes, and themed events. Filmed and edited by Adam Taub using a Sony A7S II.

DistortionsUnlimited· 14,097,693 views
Don't eat the actors! The Big Kahuna from Savage Silicon #halloween #siliconemask
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Prop Reviews

Don't eat the actors! The Big Kahuna from Savage Silicon #halloween #siliconemask

This short-form video from Haunted Attraction Network spotlights the 'Big Kahuna' silicone mask from Savage Silicon, a manufacturer of high-end wearable masks for haunt actors. The title's playful warning — 'Don't eat the actors!' — suggests the mask features an open-mouth or oversized-jaw design that could pose a comedic (or practical) concern for guests. With no additional description provided, details beyond the product name and brand are limited.

Haunted Attraction Network· 9,693,984 views
Transworld Halloween Show 2017 Tour | Haunted Halloween Animated Props Trade Show
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Professional Haunted Attractions

Transworld Halloween Show 2017 Tour | Haunted Halloween Animated Props Trade Show

This video offers a walkthrough tour of the Transworld Halloween & Attractions Show 2017, one of the haunt industry's most prominent annual trade events. Filmed by Distortions Unlimited, it captures highlights from multiple vendor booths showcasing animated props, masks, costumes, puppets, animatronics, and special effects makeup. The footage provides a broad snapshot of the creativity and innovation on display across the professional Halloween and haunted attractions industry that year.

DistortionsUnlimited· 7,466,632 views
Five Nights at Freddy's movie props "Blumhouse: Behind the Screams" #fnaf #fivenightsatfreddys
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Prop Reviews

Five Nights at Freddy's movie props "Blumhouse: Behind the Screams" #fnaf #fivenightsatfreddys

This short-form video from the Haunted Attraction Network offers a look at props from the Five Nights at Freddy's film, featured as part of Blumhouse's Behind the Screams showcase. Viewers get an up-close glimpse of the movie-used animatronic and prop pieces brought to life for the FNAF adaptation. With no source description available, specific details remain limited, but the content appears to spotlight the craftsmanship behind the film's iconic characters.

Haunted Attraction Network· 5,862,482 views
Cut Off Head and Beheaded Illusion Halloween Props | Distortions
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Prop Reviews

Cut Off Head and Beheaded Illusion Halloween Props | Distortions

Distortions Unlimited showcases a compilation of their cut-off head and beheaded illusion props, including named characters like Headless Helga, Headless Henry, Shock and Awe, and Corpse Beheaded, as well as a custom monster beheading animatronic. The footage includes clips from the Transworld Halloween and Attractions trade show, giving viewers a professional-setting look at the props in action. Distortions Unlimited is a US-based manufacturer with over four decades of experience producing animatronics, masks, and haunt props.

DistortionsUnlimited· 4,904,990 views
Transworld 2018 Poison Props Booth PoisonProps.com
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Professional Haunted Attractions

Transworld 2018 Poison Props Booth PoisonProps.com

This video takes viewers inside the Poison Props booth at the 2018 Transworld Halloween & Attractions Show, one of the haunted house industry's premier trade events. The footage showcases the company's lineup of professional-grade animatronics and haunt props on display in the Dark Zone section of the show floor. It offers a firsthand look at the scale and style of creatures and characters Poison Props was bringing to market that year.

POISON PROPS· 3,648,586 views
THIS SPIRIT HALLOWEEN HAS A STRANGE SETUP?! | PROPS ON THE GROUND!!! #halloween #shorts #scary
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Prop Reviews

THIS SPIRIT HALLOWEEN HAS A STRANGE SETUP?! | PROPS ON THE GROUND!!! #halloween #shorts #scary

A quick walkthrough of a Spirit Halloween store featuring an unusual floor-level prop display layout that catches the creator's attention. The short video highlights various Halloween props and animatronics arranged in what appears to be a non-standard setup. It offers a fast-paced peek at seasonal offerings from brands like Gemmy and Distortions Unlimited.

Spooky Guy444· 2,809,836 views
TRANSWORLD 2019 Halloween Show - HAA Convention Highlights
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Professional Haunted Attractions

TRANSWORLD 2019 Halloween Show - HAA Convention Highlights

Distortions Unlimited creator Adam Taub takes viewers on a sweeping walkthrough of the 2019 Halloween & Attractions Show (HAA) at Transworld in St. Louis, showcasing the breadth of the professional haunt industry. The video highlights a wide range of exhibitors presenting animatronics, SFX makeup, masks, costumes, props, and decorative elements. It serves as a broad industry overview aimed at haunt operators, artists, and Halloween enthusiasts curious about what vendors and innovations were on display that year.

DistortionsUnlimited· 2,401,636 views
Spirit Halloween 2014 Zombie Babies
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Prop Reviews

Spirit Halloween 2014 Zombie Babies

This short video showcases a zombie baby prop available from Spirit Halloween's 2014 seasonal lineup. The clip appears to highlight the latex construction and unsettling aesthetic of the undead infant figure. It serves as a quick product spotlight encouraging viewers to purchase the item from Spirit Halloween's website.

Haunt Former· 2,149,296 views
SHOCKING Cut Off Head Illusion at Transworld Halloween Show | Extreme Distortions
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Professional Haunted Attractions

SHOCKING Cut Off Head Illusion at Transworld Halloween Show | Extreme Distortions

Distortions Unlimited showcases their 'Shock and Awe' severed-head illusion at the Transworld Halloween and Haunt trade show. The short clip highlights the company's reputation for pushing boundaries with animatronics, props, and illusion-based products aimed at the professional haunt industry. The piece functions as a product teaser, giving haunt buyers and enthusiasts a quick but striking look at the illusion in action.

DistortionsUnlimited· 1,715,089 views
Cut Off Head Beheading Illusion HOW THEY DO IT | Distortions Unlimited Shock & Awe
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Prop Reviews

Cut Off Head Beheading Illusion HOW THEY DO IT | Distortions Unlimited Shock & Awe

Distortions Unlimited's Ed Edmunds takes viewers behind the scenes of 'Shock and Awe,' the company's cut-off-head beheading illusion prop. The video walks through how the illusion works, highlights its key features, and explains how it can be integrated into a haunted attraction or themed venue. The segment wraps with a live demonstration of the illusion in action, with Ed playing the victim.

DistortionsUnlimited· 1,712,649 views
This Spirit Halloween Scarecrow Makeover will Haunt Your Dreams
20:12
DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$80 (plus cost of base animatronic)

This Spirit Halloween Scarecrow Makeover will Haunt Your Dreams

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay take a Spirit Halloween sitting scarecrow animatronic and overhaul it into a DC Comics-inspired nightmare creature. After unboxing and weathering the existing costume, they remove the original burlap mask to reveal a hidden plastic head, which they use as a form for a new hand-stitched burlap mask featuring glowing red LED eyes and a sinister stitched smile. The build combines fabric work, painting, and basic electronics to dramatically elevate a store-bought prop into a custom haunted-house centerpiece.

Wicked Makers· 1,619,183 views
TRANSWORLD 2021 HALLOWEEN Haunt Show Highlight Video
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Professional Haunted Attractions

TRANSWORLD 2021 HALLOWEEN Haunt Show Highlight Video

This highlight reel from the 2021 Transworld Halloween and Attractions Show offers a sweeping tour of one of the haunt industry's premier trade events. Filmed and edited by Adam Taub of Distortions Unlimited, the video showcases a wide range of vendors and artists displaying animatronics, props, masks, costumes, SFX makeup, and Halloween décor. The show caters to a broad professional and enthusiast audience including haunted house operators, yard haunters, escape room designers, and SFX artists. It serves as both an industry overview and an inspiring look at the current state of Halloween creativity and commerce.

DistortionsUnlimited· 1,392,607 views
"The Hand" by Distortions, Monster Hand Animatronic Puppet
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Product Reviews

"The Hand" by Distortions, Monster Hand Animatronic Puppet

Ed Edmunds introduces "The Hand," an oversized monster hand prop from Distortions Unlimited that blends puppetry with animatronics. An operator hidden behind a curtain controls the moving fingers to deliver live, reactive scares. It's pitched as a fit for haunted houses and theme events where dynamic, manually triggered effects are valued.

DistortionsUnlimited· 1,285,008 views
What’s in the box? Halloween Expo Props!
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Prop Reviews

What’s in the box? Halloween Expo Props!

Wicked Makers unboxes a collection of Halloween props acquired at a Halloween expo or trade show. The video likely showcases a variety of seasonal or specialty items picked up at the event. With no source description or runtime data available, specific prop details cannot be confirmed.

Wicked Makers· 1,111,038 views
We turned Empty Soul Girl into SAMARA MORGAN from THE RING!
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Prop ReviewsBeginner$20–$50 (makeover materials on top of prop purchase)

We turned Empty Soul Girl into SAMARA MORGAN from THE RING!

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie unbox the Spirit Halloween Empty Soul Girl on a Swing animatronic and transform her into a Samara Morgan-inspired ghost-girl prop. The makeover involves airbrushing, a thrifted nightgown, pool noodle structuring, and added washers to improve the swinging motion. The result is a low-effort, high-impact upgrade that turns a store-bought prop into a personalized yard haunt centerpiece. The build requires minimal tools and skills, making it accessible to beginners.

Wicked Makers· 951,907 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
This Spirit Halloween Animatronic Makeover is CRAZY!
16:06
DIY PropsIntermediate

This Spirit Halloween Animatronic Makeover is CRAZY!

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie transform Spirit Halloween's 2022 Lord Raven animatronic into an elaborate dark sorcerer character with a fully custom costume and large lightweight foam feather wings. The build draws inspiration from Stiltbeast Studios' DIY feather wing technique and layers handmade accessories, creepy cloth, and painted details over the stock prop. The video covers both a brief unboxing review of Lord Raven's out-of-the-box features — flapping arms, moving head, glowing red eyes, and spoken dialogue — and the complete step-by-step makeover process. The finished prop is presented as a standout piece suitable for home haunts, yard displays, or haunted house environments.

Wicked Makers· 829,220 views
TRANSWORLD 2025 HALLOWEEN SHOW 4K
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Professional Haunted Attractions

TRANSWORLD 2025 HALLOWEEN SHOW 4K

Distortions Unlimited takes viewers on a sweeping highlight tour of the 2025 Transworld Halloween Show in St. Louis, MO — the haunt industry's premier trade event. The video showcases a wide range of vendors and exhibitors across animatronics, haunt props, SFX makeup, costumes, and more, with on-floor interviews and live scare demonstrations. It serves as a broad snapshot of current trends and innovations driving professional haunts and dark attractions. Whether you're a seasoned haunter or a curious fan, the footage captures the scale and creativity the industry has to offer.

DistortionsUnlimited· 818,367 views
The FNAF movie props from HHN Hollywood - but where will they end up now? #fnaf #fivenightsatfreddys
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Theme Park Halloween Events

The FNAF movie props from HHN Hollywood - but where will they end up now? #fnaf #fivenightsatfreddys

This short-form video from Haunted Attraction Network spotlights the Five Nights at Freddy's movie props that appeared at Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood, raising questions about where those pieces will end up now that the event has concluded. The clip taps into fan curiosity about the fate of high-profile licensed attraction props after their haunt runs are over. Given its brief duration, it appears to function as a conversation-starter or teaser rather than an in-depth breakdown.

Haunted Attraction Network· 721,124 views
"Shock and Awe" Beheading Illusion
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Professional Haunted Attractions

"Shock and Awe" Beheading Illusion

Distortions Unlimited showcases their 'Shock and Awe' beheading illusion, a professional-grade haunt prop demonstrated at the 2017 Transworld Halloween and Haunt Attractions Trade Show. The illusion creates a convincing severed-head effect suitable for high-end haunted attractions. Distortions Unlimited is a well-known manufacturer in the haunt industry, also recognized from the TV series Making Monsters.

DistortionsUnlimited· 694,518 views
Spirit Halloween 2023 Most Realistic Animatronic Ever!
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Product Reviews

Spirit Halloween 2023 Most Realistic Animatronic Ever!

This video showcases what the creator bills as Spirit Halloween's most realistic animatronic release for the 2023 season, with a focus on a clown-themed piece. The coverage appears to offer an early look at the product ahead of the Halloween season. It is aimed at fans eager to see new Spirit Halloween offerings before hitting stores.

SpookYouLaterz· 668,226 views
Halloween City + Party City Halloween 2018
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Prop Reviews

Halloween City + Party City Halloween 2018

This video tours the 2018 Halloween season offerings at Halloween City and Party City, showcasing the year's animatronics, masks, props, and decorations available to consumers. The walkthrough highlights licensed horror character merchandise including IT's Pennywise, Annabelle, The Nun, and Jason. Brands such as Morbid Enterprises and Tekky are featured among the displayed product lines. It serves as a handy seasonal snapshot for shoppers and collectors scoping out what hit retail shelves that year.

Haunt Former· 646,397 views
Best Halloween Blood Types (FAKE BLOOD)
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Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Best Halloween Blood Types (FAKE BLOOD)

Experienced SFX artist Alexys Fleming (Madeyewlook) walks through a wide range of fake blood products, primarily from Graftobian, comparing their textures, finishes, and ideal use cases for Halloween makeup looks. She covers everything from thin flowing stage blood to thick gels, pastes, powders, and gelatin, showing how each behaves on skin. The video is presented as an honest personal review — one brand was gifted, but no paid sponsorship is involved. Together the products form a toolkit for building convincing, layered gore effects.

Madeyewlook· 641,364 views