Video Tag
Every video tagged “ghost prop” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
25 videos
StiltbeastStudios walks viewers through building a dementor-inspired ghost Halloween prop in this extended tutorial. The build is aimed at haunted attraction creators and serious home haunters looking to add a dramatic, imposing spirit figure to their display. Allen Hopps guides the process with the hands-on, professional approach the channel is known for.
StiltbeastStudios walks through building a roughly 5-foot Halloween ghost prop suitable for yards or haunts using polyethylene foam underlayment and a heat gun. The build is designed to be accessible and budget-friendly, coming in around $30 in materials. The video focuses on core shaping techniques that can be repeated and varied to create a whole crowd of ghost figures with distinct character.
This tutorial walks DIY haunters through building an animated levitating teapot prop using crafting techniques, a motor mechanism, and thrift store sourced items. The build combines a clever illusion with movement to create the appearance of a ghostly, self-pouring or floating teapot. The finished prop works equally well as a yard haunt centerpiece or as eerie Halloween dinner party decor. The channel's signature approach emphasizes accessible, budget-conscious methods that yield professional-looking results.
Poison Props showcases the HG1313, a duo of hitchhiking ghost animatronics clearly inspired by classic dark-ride iconography. The pair perform a synchronized sequence: both lean right with pulsing arm movements, the shorter ghost turns its head, and the taller ghost raises and lowers its hat. The plug-and-play system ships complete with pneumatics, a programmed controller, and a motion sensor, with an optional audio package available as an add-on.
Poison Props showcases their Drop Portrait Ghost, a wall-mounted haunted attraction prop that conceals a terrifying Victorian-style ghost figure behind a hinged panel. When triggered, the panel drops away to reveal the screaming ghoul, delivering a startling jump-scare effect. The short clip serves as a product demonstration for the ready-made prop available through the Poison Props store.
FrightProps showcases their ready-to-use Axworthy Ghost Kit, designed to take the guesswork out of building a classic flying ghost effect. The kit packages industrial-grade components together, eliminating the need to cobble together makeshift parts. It's pitched as a reliable, high-quality solution for home haunters and yard haunt enthusiasts who want a polished flying ghost without the DIY headache.
VanOaksProps builds a replica blast-up ghost prop inspired by the classic Disneyland Haunted Mansion attraction, adding it to an ongoing Haunted Mansion-themed home office collection. The build relies on accessible craft materials, acrylic paints, and airbrushing to achieve the signature look of the iconic ride prop. It sits between larger room builds as a satisfying, focused side project. The finished piece is intended as a display collectible that deepens the immersive theming of the space.
This Hauntcast video walks through the construction of a classic Flying Crank Ghost, a beloved animatronic Halloween prop known for its eerily lifelike floating movement. The build uses a motor-driven crank mechanism paired with a lightweight wire armature made from coat hangers and foam bones, all draped in flowing tulle fabric. A wood-and-aluminum frame provides the structural support needed to suspend and operate the ghost. The result is a compelling, budget-conscious animatronic suitable for home haunts and yard displays.
FrightProps showcases their life-sized animated haunted bookcase prop, in which books appear to move on their own as if pulled and pushed by an unseen supernatural force. The fully automated piece is designed for haunted house environments and is exclusive to the FrightProps lineup. The video serves as a product demonstration highlighting the prop's eerily realistic motion effect.
FrightProps showcases an animated crystal ball prop featuring a glowing ghost that appears to float within the globe. The piece is sound-activated, triggering eerie haunting audio when guests pass by. It runs on included AA batteries, making it a completely self-contained, ready-to-use decoration.
This short video from Haunt Former pits two Halloween props against each other — a Howling Werewolf and a Haunted Chained Ghost — in a viewer-vote showdown. Part of the channel's ongoing 'Which Prop Is Better?' series, it invites the Halloween community to weigh in via comments. The format is quick and engagement-driven rather than a detailed technical review.
FrightProps showcases their Looming Phantom, a hanging Halloween prop featuring built-in lighting for an eerie glowing effect. The short video gives viewers a look at the piece in action, highlighting its visual impact for haunted house or home haunt settings. Its hanging design makes it a versatile overhead scare element suitable for a variety of Halloween displays.
This short review from the Haunt-Tober 2018 series takes a close look at the Ghostly Tricycle, an animatronic prop sold by Spirit Halloween. The reviewer showcases the prop's ghostly child aesthetic and any movement or sound features it offers. At just three minutes, it delivers a quick but focused assessment suited for haunters considering the piece for their display.
This short showcase video reveals a finished animated levitating teapot prop in motion, giving viewers a tantalizing preview before directing them to a dedicated full how-to build video. The prop appears designed for home haunts, haunted houses, or outdoor graveyard displays and fits a ghostly or enchanted aesthetic. It is part of a broader series of DIY Halloween prop tutorials from the same channel, covering a range of animated and decorative effects.
Distortions Unlimited showcases their Ghost Revenant, a new addition to their Frightronic all-electric animatronic line for Halloween 2026. Standing approximately 8.5 feet tall, this ghost figure is designed for maximum visual impact in haunted attraction settings. The short showcase clip highlights the prop's imposing scale and movement, positioning it as a viable centerpiece for both professional haunts and ambitious home haunters.
This video covers leaked or unreleased Spirit Halloween props and animatronics for 2023 before their official announcement, including pieces such as a bat creature, a Martian figure, and a wailing ghost. The creator presents the information in a tongue-in-cheek style, crediting another channel for helping catalog the leaked items. It functions primarily as a news and commentary piece for Spirit Halloween enthusiasts eager to get a sneak peek at upcoming seasonal offerings.
This short showcase video from FrightProps demonstrates the Ghost Bust haunted house projection system in action, highlighting its ability to create a dramatic ghost visual effect. The footage is designed to illustrate the spectacle and audience impact the system can deliver at live haunted events. It serves as a product demonstration rather than a step-by-step build tutorial.
This short-form video showcases a Spirit Halloween possessed ghost prop, drawing comparisons to the SCP-096 creature from the SCP Foundation fiction universe. The clip appears to highlight the prop's scare factor through a brief, impactful demonstration. Given its very short duration, it functions more as a reaction or spotlight moment than a detailed review.
Haunt Former takes a quick look at a 6-foot inflatable ghost from Pop Tech, featuring built-in LED lights designed to add eerie ambiance to Halloween displays. The review is part of the channel's recurring R.I.P. Reviews series and was produced during the HauntTober 2018 event. At just two minutes, it offers a fast, focused impression of the prop's visual impact and overall appeal for seasonal decorating.
This short-form video from Spooky Guy444 showcases a ghost and tombstone Halloween scare prop in action. The clip appears to be a quick demo or reaction-style reveal highlighting the prop's frightening effect. The channel focuses on year-round Halloween content including prop reviews, animatronic demos, and unboxings.
A short sneak-peek showcase of a tall chained ghost prop available at Spirit Halloween for the 2016 season. The presenter draws playful comparisons to classic ghost archetypes, noting the figure's ambiguous Victorian or supernatural character. The clip is part of an ongoing Spirit Halloween sneak-peek series on the Haunt Former channel.
The Phantom Glider is a large-scale animatronic ghost prop from FrightProps, standing over seven feet tall. When triggered, it launches forward approximately eight feet while simultaneously moving its arms and head for a dramatic, multi-axis scare effect. A built-in custom scream audio track enhances the startle impact, making it a high-impact piece for haunted attractions or ambitious home haunts.
This FrightProps video showcases their 60-inch hanging ghost prop. The clip appears to be a product highlight or demonstration intended to drive viewers to the FrightProps online store. Very little descriptive detail is provided beyond the product listing link.
FrightProps showcases a haunted house prop featuring a ghostly figure emerging from an abandoned well, inspired by iconic horror imagery. The prop appears designed for professional or home haunt installations seeking a dramatic, movie-quality scare. The video highlights the visual impact and movement of the piece in action.
