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1980s Horror

Videos built around the 1980s horror theme — pulled together so you can study how others bring this atmosphere to life.

16 videos

Freddy Krueger Makeup Tutorial (NO LATEX, NO MESS! Drugstore Products)
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Makeup TutorialsIntermediate$10–$30

Freddy Krueger Makeup Tutorial (NO LATEX, NO MESS! Drugstore Products)

This intermediate-level Halloween makeup tutorial recreates Freddy Krueger's iconic burned skin entirely through paint and shading — no liquid latex or sticky prosthetics required. The creator uses widely available drugstore and affordable cosmetic brands to achieve a convincing burn effect through careful layering and contouring techniques. It's a cleaner, more accessible alternative to traditional Freddy looks that rely on latex builds. The finished result captures the horror icon's scarred appearance using only face-painted illusion.

Madeyewlook· 949,074 views
Gremlins Evil Stripe Puppet Prop REVIEW
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Prop Reviews

Gremlins Evil Stripe Puppet Prop REVIEW

Haunt Former reviews the Evil Stripe Gremlin Puppet Prop from Trick or Treat Studios, a licensed collectible inspired by the iconic villain from the Gremlins franchise. The review covers the prop's design, screen accuracy, and overall quality as a Halloween display or collectible piece. At just five minutes, it offers a focused look at whether this officially licensed item lives up to the beloved source material.

Haunt Former· 19,807 views
Book Review + Discussion | My Best Friend's Exorcism
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Other

Book Review + Discussion | My Best Friend's Exorcism

This video is a book club review and discussion of Grady Hendrix's horror novel My Best Friend's Exorcism, selected as the channel's June book of the month. The host invites viewers to share their reactions and thoughts on the book. The video is conversational in format rather than instructional, functioning as a community discussion prompt for fellow readers.

Jade The Libra· 7,777 views
Killer Klowns from Outer Space #cosplay #killerklownsfromouterspace
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Costume Tutorials

Killer Klowns from Outer Space #cosplay #killerklownsfromouterspace

This short-form video showcases a Killer Klowns from Outer Space–inspired cosplay or costume look. It appears to be a fun, quick costume reveal or showcase tied to the cult classic horror-comedy film. The content is aimed at fans of the franchise looking for Halloween costume inspiration.

SpookYouLaterz· 6,996 views
GREMLINS House at Midsummer Estates #halloween #midsummerscream #gremlins #horrorstories
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Professional Haunted Attractions

GREMLINS House at Midsummer Estates #halloween #midsummerscream #gremlins #horrorstories

This short clip showcases a Gremlins-themed haunted house featured at Midsummer Scream, a prominent Halloween and horror convention. The attraction brings the classic creature-horror franchise to life through immersive set design and themed environments. At just one minute, the video offers a quick but intriguing glimpse into the experience at Midsummer Estates.

Haunted Attraction Network· 6,474 views
If You're a Fan of '80s Horror, You NEED to See This...
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Other

If You're a Fan of '80s Horror, You NEED to See This...

This short video promotes a crowdfunded documentary called In Search of Darkness, described as a deep dive into 1980s horror cinema. The host encourages fans of the era's slasher and horror films to support the project via its Indiegogo campaign. The content is essentially a promotional announcement rather than a tutorial or haunt walkthrough.

Slash 'N Cast· 3,374 views
Fright Night (1985) REVIEW
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Other

Fright Night (1985) REVIEW

This video is a review of the 1985 horror classic Fright Night, in which a teenager suspects his neighbor is a vampire and enlists a horror TV personality to help deal with the threat. The review is part of the channel's HauntTober series, placing it within a Halloween-season content tradition. The channel, Haunt Former, covers a broad range of Halloween-adjacent topics including prop builds, haunt stories, and horror media reviews.

Haunt Former· 1,768 views
Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) | R.I.P. Reviews
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Other

Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) | R.I.P. Reviews

This short video is a horror film review covering the 1984 slasher classic Silent Night, Deadly Night, part of the creator's ongoing R.I.P. Reviews series. The segment focuses on the film's premise of a disturbed young man in a Santa Claus suit who turns violent, blending Christmas iconography with slasher horror. At roughly five minutes, it offers a quick, personality-driven take aimed at horror fans and Halloween enthusiasts. The channel, Haunt Former, covers a broad range of Halloween content beyond reviews, including prop builds and haunted house walkthroughs.

Haunt Former· 1,143 views
House (1986) REVIEW
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Other

House (1986) REVIEW

This video is a review of the 1986 horror film House, in which a Vietnam veteran and horror novelist inherits his late aunt's home only to find it overrun by malevolent spirits and creatures. The reviewer covers the film's premise, tone, and overall appeal for horror fans. At roughly nine minutes, it offers a concise take on this cult-classic haunted house movie.

Haunt Former· 1,101 views
Christine (1983) REVIEW
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Other

Christine (1983) REVIEW

A horror film review of John Carpenter's 1983 adaptation of Stephen King's Christine, centered on a bullied teenager who becomes dangerously obsessed with a seemingly sentient vintage automobile. The reviewer covers the film's core themes of possession, obsession, and supernatural menace. This appears to be part of the channel's HauntTober seasonal review series.

Haunt Former· 853 views
Friday the 13th (1980) REVIEW
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Other

Friday the 13th (1980) REVIEW

This video offers a review of the 1980 slasher classic Friday the 13th, the film credited with launching a defining horror franchise of the decade. The reviewer covers the story of camp counselors being stalked at Camp Crystal Lake from a Halloween and horror enthusiast perspective. At around eight minutes, it serves as a concise critical look at the film's place in slasher history.

Haunt Former· 839 views
Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) REVIEW: The Scariest Friday the 13th Flick?
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Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) REVIEW: The Scariest Friday the 13th Flick?

This video is a review of Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981), examining whether the sequel earns its place as the scariest entry in the franchise. The reviewer covers Jason Voorhees' role as the central killer and the setup involving counselors venturing too close to the infamous Camp Crystal Lake. Running just under twelve minutes, it offers an opinion-driven breakdown of the film's scares and overall effectiveness as a slasher sequel.

Haunt Former· 761 views
Friday the 13th: Part III (1982) REVIEW: A Very By-The-Numbers Slasher…in 3-D
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Friday the 13th: Part III (1982) REVIEW: A Very By-The-Numbers Slasher…in 3-D

This video is a horror film review of Friday the 13th Part III (1982), the third installment in the iconic slasher franchise featuring Jason Voorhees. The reviewer characterizes the film as a fairly formulaic entry in the series, notable primarily for its use of 3-D gimmickry. At roughly nine minutes, it offers a concise critical take aimed at horror fans and Halloween enthusiasts.

Haunt Former· 630 views
Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter (1984) REVIEW: A Fan Favorite for a Reason
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Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter (1984) REVIEW: A Fan Favorite for a Reason

Haunt Former delivers a 16-minute fan-focused review of Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter, the 1984 fourth installment in the iconic slasher franchise. The video explores why this entry is widely regarded as a standout chapter in the Jason Voorhees saga. It falls outside Halloween production or haunting tutorials, sitting firmly in horror film commentary territory.

Haunt Former· 550 views
Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) Movie Review - Horror-a-Thon 2014
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Other

Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) Movie Review - Horror-a-Thon 2014

This short video is a review of the 1984 horror classic A Nightmare on Elm Street, produced as part of Slash 'N Cast's Horror-a-Thon series running through October 2014. The channel was releasing a string of horror movie reviews during the Halloween season. A viewer engagement giveaway was attached to the series, offering a gift card to the first commenter who spotted a changed intro across the review episodes.

Slash 'N Cast· 360 views
The STUFF (1985) Movie REVIEW | My Thoughts on The Classic B Grade Horror FILM
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Other

The STUFF (1985) Movie REVIEW | My Thoughts on The Classic B Grade Horror FILM

This video is a casual review and personal commentary on The Stuff, a 1985 B-grade sci-fi horror film centered on a mysterious, deadly substance marketed as a dessert treat. The creator shares their take on the film's campy 80s charm and overall appeal to horror fans. It is a lighthearted, opinion-driven piece rather than a tutorial or haunt-focused video.

GMHaunts· 150 views