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Every video tagged “animatronics” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
1240 videos
GMHaunts tracks the second wave of Spirit Halloween's 2021 animatronic shipments hitting store floors, spotlighting the arrival of Experiment #4 and a Beetlejuice animatronic. The video documents these finds in the wild and speculates on which props are likely to show up next as distribution ramps up. It serves as an early-season heads-up for collectors and haunt enthusiasts eager to grab new releases before they sell out.
GMHaunts kicks off their Halloween 2021 ranking series by reviewing and ranking the full lineup of Home Depot's new-for-2021 animatronic offerings. The video evaluates which props stood out as the strongest entries in what appears to have been a notably competitive season for the retailer. It offers a consumer-focused perspective on the quality and appeal of mass-market Halloween animatronics available at a major home improvement chain.
A fun in-store tour of Party City's Halloween 2023 selection, spotlighting animated props featuring iconic horror characters including Michael Myers, Chucky, and Annabelle. The creator browses the retail floor and reacts to the available animatronics and merchandise on display. It serves as a casual shopping guide for fans looking to pick up licensed horror character props this season.
This video pits classic horror animatronics against their modern counterparts in a head-to-head comparison, exploring how Halloween prop technology and design have evolved over the years. The host showcases and demos examples from well-known brands in the Halloween industry, highlighting differences in movement, detail, and scare factor. It offers a nostalgic look at legacy props while also celebrating advances in contemporary animatronic design.
A quick in-store look at the Haunted Mansion Sidesteppers animatronic figures available at a Spirit Halloween location. The video showcases the licensed Disney Haunted Mansion product as part of Spirit Halloween's 2023 animatronic lineup. It appears to be a short, casual clip captured on the retail floor.
GMHaunts sits down with Ed and Marsha Edmunds, the founders behind legendary Halloween manufacturer Distortions Unlimited, for an in-depth conversation about their career and creative process. The interview covers the origins and evolution of the company, their approach to designing animatronics, and their enduring obsession with clown characters. It offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at one of the most influential names in professional Halloween prop manufacturing.
A quick shop-with-me tour of Walmart's 2023 Halloween seasonal section, highlighting the decorations, inflatables, costumes, and other spooky items available in-store. The creator acknowledges the selection is on the smaller side but gives viewers a look at what Walmart has to offer for the 2023 Halloween season. It serves as a handy preview for shoppers planning their Halloween haul.
A enthusiastic showcase of Home Depot's full 2022 Halloween animatronic lineup, highlighting standout large-scale props including a 12-foot witch, a 15-foot phantom, and a smoldering reaper. The creator shares personal excitement over this year's offerings and confirms purchasing several pieces for their own home haunt. The video positions Home Depot as a serious contender — and in the creator's view, the outright leader — in the retail Halloween animatronics space.
GMHaunts covers the officially revealed Costco Halloween 2021 product lineup, highlighting a partnership between SVI and the wholesale retailer. The standout piece is a new 6-foot Digiteyes animatronic werewolf, alongside other props including the Wailing Phantom and Newly Deads figures. The video offers an early look at what shoppers can expect from Costco's Halloween offering that season, shared well ahead of the holiday.
This short clip offers a first look inside The Scream Experiment, a new year-round professional haunted attraction located in downtown San Antonio, Texas near Alamo Plaza. The experience features a unique interactive twist — guests who don't scream apparently trigger the performers or animatronics to pursue them. The venue is stocked with high-end animatronics built to professional haunt standards, suggesting a polished, intense experience.
A full walkthrough of Home Depot's 2022 Halloween seasonal aisle, showcasing the complete lineup of animatronics and décor available in stores that year. The creator highlights notable large-scale figures including a 12-foot witch, a werewolf, a goblin, Oogie Boogie, and more. The video culminates in the creator purchasing a 15-foot Phantom and taking it home. It serves as a handy visual buyer's guide for the 2022 Home Depot Halloween collection.
Spooky Guy444 returns with the second installment of his Halloween clearance haul, showcasing a large collection of discounted props and decorations sourced from major Halloween retailers. The video highlights oversized and giant-scale props, best-selling animatronics, and notable pieces from brands such as Gemmy, Morris Costumes, Distortions Unlimited, and Home Depot's Halloween line. It offers viewers a close look at clearance-priced finds that span classic horror themes and licensed properties including Nightmare Before Christmas. The haul format makes it a useful reference for collectors and decorators looking to score post-season deals.
This short video showcases new Halloween animatronic props arriving at Home Depot for 2022, highlighting oversized pieces including a 12-foot witch and a 15-foot phantom among other new additions. The channel gives viewers an early look at what to expect from the season's retail lineup. At just four minutes, it serves as a quick preview rather than an in-depth review.
A short-form raw video showcasing a horrifying circus-themed Halloween display assembled by Spooky Guy444. The setup features a mix of commercial props and animatronics with a dark carnival aesthetic. This is Part 1 of what appears to be a multi-part series capturing the full display.
GMHaunts kicks off a multi-part reaction series covering the first wave of Spirit Halloween's 2021 Graveyard Shift animatronic pre-orders. The host reviews five newly released props — Wacky Mole, Mr. Howle, Caretaker, Buzzsaw, and Grim — offering first-look impressions based on the listings live on Spirit Halloween's website. The video is part of a broader series reacting to all ten animatronics announced in the Graveyard Shift launch trailer.
GMHaunts covers the latest batch of Morris Costumes animatronic demo releases for 2021, spotlighting a rebooted Rosemary figure, the finalized Towering Reaper design, and the Soothsayer among others. The video reacts to and discusses official demo footage provided by Morris Costumes, evaluating whether these reveals strengthen the brand's 2021 seasonal lineup. It offers commentary aimed at collectors and haunt enthusiasts eager to plan their purchases ahead of the Halloween season.
The creator visits their local Lowe's to check out the store's 2021 Halloween decoration lineup for the first time in person. Highlights include two newly unveiled animatronics — a Pumpkin Reaper and a Witch — displayed prominently at the center of the seasonal section. A range of tabletop decorations rounding out the 2021 assortment are also shown. The video serves as an early first look at what Lowe's is offering Halloween shoppers that season.
A walk-through tour of Target's 2024 Halloween seasonal section, spotlighting the return of the Hyde & Eek brand lineup. The creator browses the full floor set, highlighting decorations, props, animatronics, inflatables, and Dollar Spot finds available this season. It serves as an early-season scouting guide for shoppers wanting a preview before heading to their own local store.
This video ranks the top 5 best and worst animatronic props available at Spirit Halloween for the 2022 season. The host evaluates a range of retail animatronics from brands including Gemmy, Morris Costumes, and Distortions Unlimited, covering characters such as clowns and skeletons. The video appears to draw on prototype and pre-release product knowledge, suggesting an informed enthusiast perspective. Viewers get a curated guide to which 2022 animatronics are worth buying and which to skip.
This episode of GMHaunts' Channel 10/31 interview series features Skullkrane, a YouTube creator who transitioned from showcasing his animatronic collection to founding his own Halloween company producing tabletops, props, and animatronics. The conversation offers a candid behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to design, manufacture, and sell original Halloween products as an independent brand. Skullkrane discusses launching his first exclusive animatronic release, which sold out rapidly, and shares what he's working on next. The episode is a compelling portrait of grassroots entrepreneurship within the Halloween community.
This short clip from the Haunted Attraction Network features what appears to be a 'Here's Johnny' themed animatronic or scene at Doom Haunted Attraction in Idaho Falls, Idaho. The reference nods to the iconic moment from The Shining, suggesting the attraction incorporates classic horror movie imagery into its scare experience. Given the brevity of the clip, it likely serves as a teaser or highlight reel moment from the haunt.
SpookYouLaterz visits the grand opening of Reaper's Collections, a new seasonal Halloween store at Rolling Oaks Mall in San Antonio, TX. The walkthrough showcases the store's inventory, which includes animatronics, props, masks, and general Halloween merchandise. The store is currently operating on a seasonal basis, with the possibility of going year-round depending on sales performance.
This video offers an early inside look at TransWorld 2022 before the official grand opening, featuring footage from the Morris Costumes and Distortions Unlimited booths among others. The content was sourced from an Instagram contributor and gives haunt enthusiasts a sneak peek at upcoming props and animatronics on display. It serves as a pre-show preview of what vendors are bringing to one of the haunt industry's biggest annual trade events.
This short-form video showcases three new Costco Halloween animatronics for 2023, including a mummy and a rocker skeleton among the featured items. The creator offers quick looks at each prop in action, giving viewers a fast first-impression demo of what Costco is stocking for the season. At under a minute, it serves as a rapid preview for Halloween shoppers and collectors scouting new retail releases.
