Video Tag
Every video tagged “animated props” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
92 videos
Distortions Unlimited showcases a lineup of their Halloween props arranged in atmospheric scene setups, including Roswell-style alien figures, animated zombie props, graveyard tombstone arrangements, and their signature Kreepy Kids and Monster Kids characters. The video serves as a visual catalog and inspiration reel rather than a tutorial, highlighting the variety and quality of scenes achievable with their product range. With over four decades of American manufacturing behind them, Distortions Unlimited positions these props as suitable for everything from backyard haunts to professional haunted attractions.
FrightProps showcases a compact prop shaker device designed to add realistic shaking motion to lightweight Halloween props. Running on just two AA batteries, the unit delivers hours of continuous motion without needing a power outlet. It offers a simple, portable solution for haunters who want to animate props without complex wiring or pneumatics.
A quick short-form showcase of two Gemmy animated Halloween props spotted in the Home Depot 2022 Halloween lineup: a Scary Bear and a Scooby-Doo animatronic. The creator gives viewers a side-by-side look at both figures and expresses enthusiasm for adding them to their collection. It serves as a fast-paced retail floor preview rather than a detailed review or build tutorial.
A ranked review of Morris Costumes' new-for-2020 Halloween prop lineup, ordering each release from worst to best based on the creator's firsthand impressions. The video offers a buyer's-guide perspective for haunters looking to prioritize their purchases from this year's Morris catalog. Notably, the reviewer acknowledges omitting the new doll props from the ranking due to personal disinterest in that product line.
A short-form video showcasing a friend's enormous Halloween yard display featuring well over 100 animated props sourced from major Halloween retailers. The collection draws from Spirit Halloween, Home Depot, Party City, Lowe's, and Morris Costumes, among others. The clip captures the excitement and anticipation that dedicated Halloween enthusiasts feel as the season approaches.
This short video takes viewers through Home Depot's 2014 Halloween seasonal section, showcasing the animated props and inflatables available that year. It offers a firsthand look at what the big-box retailer stocked for the holiday, useful for shoppers and collectors curious about that season's offerings. The walkthrough format lets viewers browse the selection without leaving home.
This video offers a compiled walkthrough of the Distortions Unlimited booth at the HAA Transworld Halloween and Attractions Trade Show in St. Louis, drawing footage from four consecutive years (2016–2019). Viewers get an inside look at the company's range of professional-grade haunted house products, including animatronics, Shocktronics, masks, SFX pieces, and large-scale displays. Distortions Unlimited, a veteran Halloween manufacturer operating since 1978, is well-regarded in the haunt industry for handcrafted, durable creations. The video serves as both a brand showcase and an industry snapshot for haunt professionals and enthusiasts alike.
A walkthrough-style look at CVS's 2015 Halloween merchandise selection, showcasing what the pharmacy chain had stocked for the season. The video highlights life-size animated props, smaller tabletop accent pieces, pumpkins, and licensed character items including Peanuts and Disney products. It serves as a quick retail scouting guide for shoppers wanting to know what CVS had on offer that year.
This video offers an early-season preview of new animated Halloween props for 2015 from multiple manufacturers, including Morbid Enterprises, Gemmy, Morris Costumes, and Trick or Treat Studios. The host highlights standout pieces across the lineups, describing them as some of the strongest offerings in recent years. Viewers are also teased that Tekky Toys and Spirit Halloween's selections will be covered in a follow-up reveal.
To mark over a decade of content creation, Haunt Former takes viewers on a tour of his entire Halloween prop and animatronic collection accumulated over ten-plus years. The video serves as both a personal milestone celebration and an in-depth showcase of a dedicated Halloween enthusiast's growing haul of scary décor. It offers a rare, candid look at what a long-term haunt hobbyist collects and keeps over the years.
This short compilation showcases real-world yard and home haunts decorated with Distortions Unlimited props and animatronics from Halloween 2019, assembled from fan-submitted photos and videos. It serves as an inspiring lookbook of how hobbyists and enthusiasts deploy professional-quality manufactured pieces in outdoor settings. Distortions Unlimited is a Colorado-based Halloween manufacturer with over four decades of industry experience, known from the Travel Channel series Making Monsters.
Distortions Unlimited is a veteran Halloween prop and animatronics manufacturer with roots going back to 1978, producing handcrafted masks, costumes, animated displays, and Shocktronics for haunts and themed attractions. This short promotional video highlights the company's reputation for quality and durability within the professional haunt industry. The brand is widely recognized, including a feature on the Travel Channel series 'Making Monsters,' led by owners Ed and Marsha Edmunds.
This video offers a walkthrough tour of Monster World 2018, an annual animatronic showcase held as part of the Monster Day festival in Greeley, Colorado. The event is produced by Distortions Unlimited, one of the industry's well-known animatronic prop manufacturers, with lighting, audio, and set decoration handled by Blazen Illuminations. Viewers get an up-close look at a wide variety of animated monsters, scare props, shocktronics, and photo opportunities. It serves both as an entertaining attraction tour and an effective showcase of Distortions Unlimited's product lineup in a real-world haunt setting.
This short walkthrough tours Lowe's Halloween 2015 seasonal product selection, highlighting both indoor and outdoor decorations available at the home improvement chain. The video showcases animated props, inflatables, light-up pieces, and other spooky décor items on store shelves. It serves as a quick buying guide for haunters and decorators scouting retail options beyond the usual Halloween specialty stores.
This video ranks Gemmy butler animated props from worst to best, offering a collector's perspective on the lineup. The host evaluates and compares the various butler figures across the Gemmy catalog. It serves as a handy reference for fans deciding which Gemmy butler props are worth adding to their Halloween display.
Haunt Former counts down their personal top 10 favorite Halloween props in a quick one-minute showcase. The list spans a range of animated and static pieces from well-known Halloween retailers and brands. It serves as a fun, opinionated snapshot of standout props from the creator's collection.
Distortions Unlimited showcases their 'Dead Weight Tomb' animatronic prop, a zombie figure that rises and pushes a gravestone off itself to simulate escaping from the grave. The product is part of the brand's 2019 Halloween lineup, which includes a wide range of creatures, masks, costumes, and animated horror props. This short promotional clip gives home haunters a quick look at the prop in action, making it easy to visualize in a cemetery-themed yard display.
This Part 2 tutorial demonstrates an alternate animation method for DIY caged creature props, using battery-operated motion- and sound-activated devices that trigger shaking, lighting, and eerie audio in 10-second bursts. The props are built from repurposed odds and ends, encouraging creative freedom in size, style, and character. The approach is accessible enough for all skill levels and is well suited to family-friendly haunts or spooky themed displays.
A quick look at the animated Halloween prop lineup available at Party City for the 2023 season. The video highlights several creature-themed animatronics including gargoyles, vultures, and a snake. It serves as an informal in-store showcase for shoppers scouting ready-made décor options.
This video offers a first look at Morris Costumes' lineup of new animatronic Halloween props for 2022, highlighting standout pieces including the Animated Hulking Werewolf and the Animated Rotten Harvester. The host shares personal impressions of each prop and notes that additional unreleased items are also in the pipeline. It serves as a useful buyers-guide style preview for Halloween shoppers and prop collectors scoping out the season's offerings.
A mid-year roundup highlighting the standout animatronic props released so far in the 2023 Halloween retail season, covering offerings from major seasonal and home-improvement retailers. The host counts down five noteworthy picks, offering opinions on what makes each one compelling for haunters and Halloween enthusiasts. The video is framed as an early-season guide to help viewers plan their purchases before the Halloween shopping rush kicks off.
This short walkthrough tours a Hallmark store's 2015 Halloween and harvest seasonal section, highlighting their animated props, licensed character decorations, and treats. The video showcases family-friendly offerings including dancing ghosts and beloved cartoon characters. It serves as a quick shopping inspiration guide for fans looking beyond the typical Halloween specialty retailers.
A short walkthrough showcasing the Halloween merchandise and animated props available at Cracker Barrel for the 2014 season. The video highlights the store's seasonal offerings, with a focus on animated and candy corn-themed decorations. It serves as a quick look at what retail Halloween shoppers could expect to find that year.
This video takes viewers on a walkthrough of Big Lots' 2014 Christmas seasonal section, showcasing a variety of indoor and outdoor holiday decorations. The creator explores animated props and inflatables alongside general Christmas decor. While the channel is Halloween-focused, this particular video covers Christmas merchandise rather than Halloween content. Its relevance to haunt enthusiasts is limited, though some animated prop concepts may offer inspiration.
