Video Tag
Every video tagged “animated props” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
92 videos
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.
Distortions Unlimited showcases their Kreepy Kids lineup of animated Halloween props and animatronics, introduced for the 2019 season. The collection features unsettling child characters sculpted by a team of professional artists and produced in-house at Distortions. These pieces are marketed toward home yard haunts, Halloween displays, and professional dark attractions alike.
This video takes viewers on a walkthrough of Spirit Halloween's 2015 retail season, showcasing the store's themed sections including a swamp-inspired area and a zombie subway station concept. The tour highlights the year's animated props, costumes, and seasonal decorations available to shoppers. It serves as both a preview of what Spirit Halloween had to offer that year and an enthusiast's record of the store's theming efforts.
Distortions Unlimited showcases their top-tier animatronic creations built for theme parks, amusement parks, mini golf courses, water parks, and haunted attractions. The company, with over four decades of experience, handles every phase of production in-house — from initial concept and sculpture to molding, painting, and final finishing. Featured pieces include standout characters such as a sleeping giant and an evil tree animatronic. The video serves as both a portfolio highlight reel and a testament to the studio's range and craftsmanship.
This video takes viewers on a guided walkthrough of Spirit Halloween's 2020 product lineup, spotlighting new animatronics, decorations, masks, and costumes available that season. The creator tours the store and highlights standout items across multiple categories, giving Halloween enthusiasts a broad look at what was on offer. It serves as both a shopping guide and a preview of seasonal trends for home haunters and collectors alike.
Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited recounts the origin story of the company's iconic Electric Chair animatronic and its lasting impact on the haunted house and Halloween prop industry. The episode draws on archival footage and real-world customer clips to illustrate how the prop evolved across versions, including the classic original and the Shake N Bake variant. As part of the Monster Tales series, this installment blends behind-the-scenes history with industry perspective. It offers a rare look at how a single prop concept can shape an entire seasonal entertainment market.
This video counts down the top 10 animatronics and animated props returning to Spirit Halloween stores for the 2015 season. Rather than focusing on what's new, the host highlights fan-favorite pieces making a comeback that year. It's a quick, enthusiastic rundown aimed at helping shoppers and collectors know which beloved props to look out for before they sell out.
Distortions Unlimited showcases their 2017 Halloween and haunt product lineup in this brief catalog highlight reel. The video features a wide range of commercial-grade props and animatronics spanning horror subgenres, from a winged dragon and ancient mummy to exorcism and witchcraft-themed pieces. Flagship products like the Scream Generator and Wretched VCP are among the featured offerings alongside more novelty items. It serves as a visual shopping preview for haunted attraction operators and serious collectors.
This compilation showcases the impressive lineup of giant animatronic props manufactured by Distortions Unlimited, a company with over four decades of experience in the Halloween industry. The video highlights a wide variety of oversized creatures and characters — from demonic figures and werewolves to dragons and gargoyles — designed for use in haunted attractions, theme parks, and large-scale Halloween events. Each featured animatronic demonstrates the scale and detail that has made Distortions Unlimited a recognized name in professional Halloween manufacturing. The reel serves as both a product showcase and an inspiration resource for haunt operators and Halloween enthusiasts.
Poison Oak St is a full walkthrough of Poison Props' 2018 haunted house display featuring 20 individual animated props. The showcase moves room by room through a zombie and mutant-themed environment, highlighting each animatronic in action with timestamped callouts. Props range from coffin bangers and ground breakers to wall jumpers and electrocution twitchers, demonstrating the breadth of the Poison Props commercial lineup. The video doubles as a live catalog of available animations for haunters shopping or seeking inspiration.
A quick rundown of seven animated props teased by Spirit Halloween for their 2022 season, with the creator noting that several pieces were originally intended for 2021 but were held back due to widespread shipping delays. The video also highlights two fan-favorite characters — Two Scoops and Harriet Hustle — as bonus showcases. It serves as an early-season preview for shoppers and collectors eager to see what's hitting shelves.
This short walkthrough tours Kmart's 2015 Halloween seasonal section, showcasing the Totally Ghoul product line available in stores and online. The video highlights a broad range of mass-market Halloween merchandise including inflatables, lighting, skeletons, animal props, busts, and both small and large animated props. It serves as a quick visual guide for shoppers looking to stock up on affordable Halloween decorations from a major retail chain.
Haunt Former takes viewers on an early-season walkthrough of At Home, a large home décor retail chain, to preview its 2025 Halloween merchandise lineup. The video highlights animated props, seasonal decorations, and other Halloween offerings currently hitting store shelves. It serves as a first look for shoppers and haunters eager to see what's available well ahead of October. The creator's enthusiasm for early Halloween season shopping comes through in the casual, exploratory format.
This video takes viewers on a walkthrough of Walmart's 2015 Halloween seasonal section, showcasing the range of products available in-store. The creator highlights costumes, masks, makeup, inflatables, decorations, and animated props across the aisles. It serves as a quick reference for shoppers wanting to preview what Walmart stocked for Halloween that year.
This short walkthrough-style video showcases the Halloween seasonal section at The Home Depot, highlighting that the home improvement chain carries far more than basic décor. The creator draws attention to large animated props, inflatables, and life-size yard decorations available in-store and online. It serves as a quick heads-up for Halloween enthusiasts who may not think to shop for spooky gear at a home improvement retailer.
This video showcases newly released Gemmy and Sunstar Halloween props for the 2020 season, offering an early look at what the brands have in the lineup. The host walks through available photos and video clips highlighting the new additions to each brand's catalog. It serves as a handy preview for collectors and decorators looking to plan their seasonal purchases.
This walkthrough video visits Spooktacular, a kid-friendly haunted attraction in the Alamo Ranch area of San Antonio, Texas during Halloween 2022. Unlike traditional haunts, the experience relies entirely on animated props rather than live scare actors, making it accessible for younger audiences. Each room features a distinct horror theme, offering variety throughout the walkthrough. The video captures the full experience from start to finish.
This video takes viewers on a walkthrough of Target's 2015 Halloween seasonal section, highlighting the retailer's broad selection of decorations, animated props, and skeleton-themed decor. The creator showcases spine-themed and bone-related items alongside candy and costume offerings available in stores that season. It serves as a helpful preview for shoppers looking to see what Target stocked for Halloween 2015 before making a trip.
Distortions Unlimited showcases their lineup of new Halloween animatronics and decorations for 2019, as debuted at the Halloween and Party Expo. The reel highlights a range of animated props spanning themes like zombies, skeletons, clowns, and aliens. Products are aimed at a wide market including professional haunted attractions, escape rooms, corn mazes, and home yard haunts. With over four decades in the industry, Distortions Unlimited positions itself as a trusted name in quality monster-making and haunt prop manufacturing.
This short video tours The Home Depot's 2016 Halloween seasonal offerings, showcasing the retail giant's selection of decorations and animated props suited for home haunts and Halloween displays. The creator playfully frames the store as a destination for 'haunted home improvement,' highlighting its appeal to haunters looking for accessible, off-the-shelf décor. At just four minutes, it serves as a quick visual guide to what was available on shelves that season.
Haunt Former counts down his top 100 favorite Halloween props released in 2014, featuring products from a wide range of major seasonal manufacturers and retailers. The video serves as a broad buyer's guide and collector's reference for that year's prop market. Morbid Enterprises is noted as a sponsor, with a shoutout to their retail platform. Viewers are invited to share their own 2014 favorites in the comments.
This short trailer introduces the Halloween DIY & How-To channel, giving prospective viewers a quick overview of what the channel offers — step-by-step guides for building Halloween props, animatronics, and special effects. It targets home crafters and haunters looking to create professional-looking decorations for yard haunts, spook houses, and Halloween parties. The trailer previews a range of featured projects, from floating candle props to animated graves and ghostly statues. It serves as a welcoming entry point for anyone exploring the channel for the first time.
Distortions Unlimited showcases highlights from their 2018 Halloween and haunt product lineup in this short catalog reel. The video spotlights a range of animated and static props, including the Zombie Shock, Alien Autopsy, Gothic Gravestone, Scare Bear, Dandy Andy, and more. It gives haunters and Halloween enthusiasts a quick visual overview of what the company's Frightronics line and broader decoration catalog have to offer for the season.
This video showcases Home Depot's 2021 animated Halloween prop lineup, running through demos of most of their new animatronic offerings for the season. The host positions Home Depot as a serious competitor in the retail Halloween space, drawing comparisons to Spirit Halloween's 2021 lineup. It serves as a buying-season preview for shoppers looking to see the props in action before purchasing.
