Video Tag
Every video tagged “animatronics” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
1240 videos
This short-form clip from the Transworld Halloween trade show captures an animatronic prop nicknamed 'Sparkler' in action. The footage highlights the prop's dramatic, high-energy movement or electrical effect that impressed attendees on the show floor. With no source description available and a zero-length duration, specific details about the prop's mechanics or manufacturer remain unclear.
A short, fun clip from Monster Con 2022 showcasing impressive horror cosplays including Resident Evil's Nemesis, Twisty the Clown from American Horror Story, and Michael Myers. The video also includes a brief in-store Spirit Halloween segment highlighting some of their animatronic offerings. It serves as a lighthearted halfway-to-Halloween celebration piece.
A short, lighthearted clip from SpookYouLaterz spotlighting a Halloween animatronic found at Big Lots that the creator thinks bears a resemblance to a famous celebrity — sparking a Mr. T vs. Ric Flair debate. The video offers a quick look at what Big Lots is stocking for Halloween 2024. Despite its brief runtime, it gives viewers an early peek at budget retail animatronic offerings this season.
SpookYouLaterz takes viewers on a walkthrough of the Spirit Halloween flagship store at Wonderland of the Americas Mall in San Antonio, TX for the 2025 season. The tour showcases the store's animatronics, props, and overall layout, with some additional exploration of the mall itself. A bonus event appears to be happening at the mall during filming, adding extra atmosphere to the visit.
A walkthrough tour of a Spirit Halloween retail location where the host activates every animatronic on the floor, giving viewers a live look at the 2023 lineup in action. The video offers a practical preview of movement, sound, and scare quality before buying. It serves as an informal review of the season's available props for shoppers and collectors alike.
This short showcase video highlights a collection of Halloween ground breaker animatronics and other animated props suitable for yard haunts and indoor home haunts. The creator presents these figures as easy, high-impact additions to any Halloween display. The video is a quick visual tour rather than a step-by-step tutorial, giving viewers a general sense of what these props look like in action.
This is the first installment of a multi-part 2023 Halloween yard haunt build series from SpookYouLaterz, documenting the early stages of setting up an outdoor Halloween display in Texas. The creator kicks off the season despite hot weather, establishing the foundation for what appears to be a prop- and animatronic-heavy yard haunt. Decorative black steel garden fence panels are among the first elements introduced into the build. The video offers a behind-the-scenes look at the early planning and layout phase of a home yard haunt.
This video serves as a Halloween 2022 season kickoff from a San Antonio-based creator, previewing an action-packed lineup of local events, theme park haunts, and retail Halloween finds. The creator teases coverage of Scream Hollow, Howl-O-Scream, Fright Fest at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, and a new Halloween Haunt at SeaWorld San Antonio, alongside Monster Con and a local zombie walk. Spirit Halloween and Home Depot prop unboxings are also on the agenda. The creator notes this may be one of their final active seasons as they plan to wind down toward retirement.
A first-look walkthrough of one of the earliest Spirit Halloween locations to open in the greater San Antonio area, situated in Universal City off Pat Booker Road. The host explores the store's 2025 seasonal offerings, highlighting animatronics and Halloween décor on display. It serves as a sneak peek at what Spirit Halloween is stocking for the 2025 season.
A year-end Halloween highlight reel from the Haunt Former channel, showcasing standout props and animatronics from the 2016 Halloween season. The video draws from footage captured during store walkthroughs throughout the year, spotlighting the best products the season had to offer. Viewers are directed to the full 2016 store walkthrough playlist for products that didn't make the cut due to limited footage.
This short clip offers a glimpse at Poison Props' lineup of disturbing animatronics, likely filmed at the Transworld Halloween & Attractions trade show. The footage highlights the unsettling character designs and movement capabilities on display. At just one minute, it serves as a quick showcase rather than an in-depth review.
The host tours a Spirit Halloween store at the Ingram Park location in San Antonio, Texas, showcasing the chain's 2022 animatronic lineup and new product arrivals. The walkthrough highlights items not spotted at other Spirit Halloween locations the creator has previously visited. It offers an up-close look at what shoppers can expect to find on shelves during the 2022 Halloween season. The video serves as a handy preview for fans scouting Spirit Halloween's newest offerings before making a trip to their local store.
This short-form video offers exclusive early footage of Lowe's 2024 Halloween animatronics shown in action on the store floor. Creator Spooky Guy444 provides a firsthand look at the seasonal lineup before it hits wide release, catering to collectors and Halloween enthusiasts eager to preview what's coming. The clip is part of a broader channel dedicated to year-round Halloween content including unboxings, prop reviews, and animatronic demos.
This video offers a personal review and opinion breakdown of animatronic Halloween props available from major retail outlets including Spirit Halloween and Home Depot. The host shares thoughts on offerings from brands such as Gemmy and Morris Costumes, with clown-themed props appearing to feature prominently. It functions as a buyer's-eye-view look at what was hitting shelves around the 2021 Halloween season.
SpookYouLaterz takes viewers on a walkthrough of Reapers Torment Haunted House, a seasonal scare attraction located inside Ingram Park Mall in San Antonio, Texas. The video showcases the atmosphere, sets, and animatronics of the newly opened haunt. The attraction is run by AJ, who also operates Reapers Collection, a year-round Halloween store at Rolling Oaks Mall. Tickets and more information are available through the Reapers Collection website.
A short-form Halloween video featuring a collection of jump scares captured on Halloween night, likely showcasing reactions to costumed characters, animatronics, or pranks. The content appears to be lighthearted and comedic in tone, targeting fans of spooky season entertainment. Given the very limited metadata available, specific details about format or setting remain unclear.
A walk-through tour of Big Lots' 2023 Halloween seasonal section at a San Antonio, Texas location, showcasing newly stocked holiday merchandise. The host browses the shelves to highlight available decorations, animatronics, and spooky décor items for the season. It serves as a helpful preview for shoppers curious about what Big Lots is carrying for Halloween 2023.
GMHaunts explores the possibility that Spirit Halloween could surprise fans with a Halloween Day release of Lil' Nester and Bloody Bag of Jokes, or feature them in an upcoming Flashback Friday drop. The video also questions the whereabouts of a third anticipated animatronic, Evelyn Leech, with the creator sharing personal predictions on how these final releases might unfold. It's a fan-driven speculation piece aimed at the Spirit Halloween collector and enthusiast community heading into the final stretch of the 2021 season.
GMHaunts breaks down a mysterious countdown clock that appeared on Spirit Halloween's website, revealing teaser imagery for upcoming 2021 releases. Hidden within the rusted, chain-and-skull-adorned graphic are confirmations that the Spirit Halloween Factory theme and the character Mr. Howle are both headed to stores. The video walks viewers through the clues embedded in the countdown page and builds anticipation for the new animatronic and prop lineup.
GMHaunts covers a leaked look at the second half of Morris Costumes' 2022 animatronic lineup, spotlighting four newly discovered pieces. The video breaks down what makes these additions stand out within the broader 2022 release set. It serves as an early preview for Halloween shoppers and collectors eager to know what Spirit Halloween will be stocking.
A walkthrough of Lowe's Halloween 2021 seasonal aisle, showcasing the props, animatronics, costumes, and decorations available in-store that year. The video gives viewers an early look at what the home-improvement retailer stocked for the Halloween season, including offerings from brands like Gemmy and Distortions Unlimited. It serves as a practical shopping preview for haunt builders and home decorators scouting retail options.
GMHaunts breaks down a Spirit Halloween teaser video that surfaced across social media, spotlighting upcoming animatronics and a first look at the 2021 version of the Wacky Mole Clown prop. The video also highlights a newly revealed Sneak Peek set and additional unreleased products hinted at in the footage. The creator offers commentary and analysis on what the teaser reveals — and what it might still be hiding.
A short-form Halloween decorating video showcasing At Home store Halloween decorations for 2024, including inflatables and animatronics. The clip gives a quick look at seasonal décor options available for home haunters. Its upbeat, shareable format makes it well-suited for social media inspiration.
GMHaunts visits a Spirit Halloween retail location to preview the in-store experience (ISE) themed around a Halloween Factory Assembly Line. The creator captures early glimpses of the themed archway, display risers, and walkthrough area through the store windows before the location fully opens. Progress on the outer walls and costume sections is also noted, giving fans an early look at the 2021 seasonal setup.
