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Circus Horror

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

33 videos

How to make a creepy burlap Clown mask for your Halloween Clown costume
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Costume TutorialsBeginner

How to make a creepy burlap Clown mask for your Halloween Clown costume

This tutorial walks viewers through building a creepy burlap half-mask styled as an evil clown, complete with hair, a nose, a stitched mouth, and acrylic teeth. The creator uses a mannequin head as a forming base to shape the mask accurately. The techniques demonstrated are intentionally versatile, so the same approach can be adapted to create other burlap mask designs beyond the clown theme. At roughly 28 minutes, it's an accessible project aimed at haunters and costume makers of all experience levels.

Monster Tutorials· 95,593 views
FEC1110 FLESH EATER CLOWN PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

FEC1110 FLESH EATER CLOWN PoisonProps.com

The FEC1110 Flesh Eater Clown from Poison Props is a towering 7-foot pneumatic animatronic styled after an evil Pennywise-type clown. Upon activation via motion sensor, the figure opens its arms and leans forward in a menacing feeding pose, creating the illusion of devouring a child's hand. The unit ships complete with the character, pneumatics, a programmed controller, and motion sensor, with an optional audio package available. Heads are interchangeable across Poison Props mechanisms for added versatility.

POISON PROPS· 62,944 views
PL1120 Pennywise Lunger PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

PL1120 Pennywise Lunger PoisonProps.com

Poison Props showcases the PL1120 Pennywise Lunger, a commercial-grade pneumatic animatronic that begins with head down before lifting, twitching, and launching forward up to eight feet on a scissor-throw mechanism while screaming at patrons. The sequence includes articulated head, arm, elbow, and shoulder movements designed to deliver a powerful startle scare. Shorter throw distances are available as selectable options, and the unit ships as a plug-and-play package complete with pneumatics, a programmed controller, and a motion sensor. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect.

POISON PROPS· 59,285 views
CHA1324 CLOWN HALLWAY ATTACK PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

CHA1324 CLOWN HALLWAY ATTACK PoisonProps.com

Poison Props showcases their CHA1324 Clown Hallway Attack, a commercial-grade blacklight animatronic corridor roughly 8 feet long and 90 inches tall. When triggered, multiple rotted clown heads and arms burst through holes in detailed wall panels from both sides simultaneously, designed to overwhelm an entire group of guests at once. The self-contained system ships as a plug-and-play unit complete with pneumatics, a programmed controller, and a motion sensor, with an optional audio package available. It requires only an AC power supply and a 100 PSI air source to operate.

POISON PROPS· 49,527 views
CWB1318 Clown Window Banger PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

CWB1318 Clown Window Banger PoisonProps.com

Poison Props showcases their CWB1318 Clown Window Banger, a pneumatic animatronic featuring an evil clown that lurches forward and slams its head against a plexiglass panel repeatedly for a deeply unsettling startle effect. The unit ships as a complete plug-and-play system including the wall panel, character, pneumatics, programmed controller, and motion sensor. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect for a fully immersive experience. The character glows under black light, and all characters are interchangeable across Poison Props mechanisms.

POISON PROPS· 43,969 views
CCW1131 Clown Circus Wheel PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

CCW1131 Clown Circus Wheel PoisonProps.com

This short product showcase from Poison Props highlights their CCW1131 Clown Circus Wheel, a professional-grade pneumatic animatronic featuring a clown character strapped to a large spinning wheel. When triggered, the clown launches outward via a scissor-throw mechanism while her arms reach forward, elbows bend, and her head moves in multiple directions. The unit ships plug-and-play with a programmed controller and motion sensor, and an optional audio package adds a scream effect with powered speaker. Throw distance is configurable in several lengths to suit different haunt layouts.

POISON PROPS· 42,330 views
KCH1225 Killer Clown Horde PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

KCH1225 Killer Clown Horde PoisonProps.com

The Poison Props KCH1225 is a four-clown pneumatic animatronic ensemble that conceals itself behind a curtain before lunging forward up to five feet toward guests. Each clown features independent articulated movements — including head turns and weapon lifts — and the unit ships as a plug-and-play package complete with pneumatics, a programmed controller, and a motion sensor. An optional audio package and plastic curtain rig are available as add-ons. The prop is designed for professional haunted attractions and dark rides where maximum startle impact is the goal.

POISON PROPS· 40,511 views
CHM1325 CLOWN HANGING MEAT PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

CHM1325 CLOWN HANGING MEAT PoisonProps.com

The CHM1325 Clown Hanging Meat is a pneumatic animatronic from Poison Props featuring an evil clown half-torso suspended by chains. On trigger, the figure flexes at the elbows, lifts its head, turns side to side, and screams — delivering a classic startle scare. It ships as a plug-and-play package including the character, chains, pneumatics, programmed controller, and motion sensor, with an optional add-on audio kit. The prop requires only an AC power source and a 100 PSI air supply to operate.

POISON PROPS· 36,962 views
CTH1117 Clown Thrasher Hooks PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

CTH1117 Clown Thrasher Hooks PoisonProps.com

The CTH1117 Clown Thrasher from Poison Props is a plug-and-play pneumatic animatronic featuring a limp clown suspended from meat hooks that suddenly springs to life — lifting its head, reaching with its arms, and kicking its legs toward patrons. The prop ships complete with the character, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, and a motion sensor, making it ready for immediate installation in a haunted attraction or dark ride. An optional audio package and metal stand base are available as add-ons. The demo clip showcases the fluid, organic quality of the movements designed to maximize the scare factor.

POISON PROPS· 35,264 views
CWJ1319 CLOWN WINDOW JUMPER PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

CWJ1319 CLOWN WINDOW JUMPER PoisonProps.com

Poison Props showcases the CWJ1319 Clown Window Jumper, a pneumatic animatronic that conceals an evil clown figure below a fake broken window before launching it upward with multi-directional head movement. The self-contained unit ships as a complete plug-and-play package including the panel, plexi broken-window facade, character, rig, pneumatics, programmed controller, and motion sensor. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect for a fully immersive scare. The prop glows under blacklight, making it equally effective in UV-lit haunt environments.

POISON PROPS· 33,868 views
CCL1206 Clown Chainsaw Lunger PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

CCL1206 Clown Chainsaw Lunger PoisonProps.com

The CCL1206 Clown Chainsaw Lunger from Poison Props is a commercial-grade pneumatic animatronic featuring a psycho clown that mimics sawing a victim in half, then raises the chainsaw overhead while rotating its torso and launching up to five feet toward guests. The prop operates as a fully plug-and-play unit, arriving pre-programmed with a motion sensor, pneumatic hardware, and controller included. Multiple throw distances are available, and an optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect. The character can also be swapped to match different haunt themes.

POISON PROPS· 29,708 views
CCC1034 Clown Chained to the Ceiling PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

CCC1034 Clown Chained to the Ceiling PoisonProps.com

This short product showcase from Poison Props features the CCC1034, a ceiling-hung evil clown animatronic that dramatically bends at the torso, reaches toward guests, and flings its own guts while its head pans side to side. The unit ships as a complete plug-and-play package including the character, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, motion sensor, digital audio player, powered speaker, and a scream effect. Installation is designed to be straightforward using four quick-link clips and four mounting brackets. The prop is aimed squarely at professional haunted attractions and serious home haunters seeking a high-impact startle scare.

POISON PROPS· 28,604 views
MAKING: Paranormal Cirque II, the Scariest, Funniest Circus Around!
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Professional Haunted Attractions

MAKING: Paranormal Cirque II, the Scariest, Funniest Circus Around!

Paranormal Cirque II is a touring live show that blends horror, acrobatics, and comedy into a roughly two-hour experience traveling across the United States. The Haunted Attraction Network goes on location to explore what makes the production tick, from its scripting process to its unique mix of scares and laughs. The video also touches on the show's creative direction and what lies ahead for the franchise.

Haunted Attraction Network· 26,289 views
CG1040 CLOWN GRABBER PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

CG1040 CLOWN GRABBER PoisonProps.com

The Poison Props CG1040 Clown Grabber is a ready-to-run pneumatic animatronic designed for haunted attractions and Halloween events. The clown figure leans back then thrusts forward on a double pivot, with arms that flail and grab while the head turns side to side — a classic startle-scare sequence. The package ships complete with the character, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, motion sensor, digital audio player, powered speaker, and a scream audio effect. With a compact footprint and plug-and-play setup, it requires only AC power and a 100 PSI air supply to operate.

POISON PROPS· 17,878 views
CDC1215 Ceiling Dweller Clown PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

CDC1215 Ceiling Dweller Clown PoisonProps.com

The CDC1215 Ceiling Dweller Clown from Poison Props is a commercial-grade pneumatic animatronic designed for haunted attractions and dark rides. When triggered by its included motion sensor, the clown drops from the ceiling and performs multiple head movements for a high-impact startle scare. The unit ships as a plug-and-play package complete with pneumatics and a pre-programmed controller, with an optional audio package available. Mounting hardware is included for straightforward installation.

POISON PROPS· 17,707 views
FrightProps Shock Blocks - Evil Clowns!
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Prop Reviews

FrightProps Shock Blocks - Evil Clowns!

A brief trade-show showcase from FrightProps debuting their Scary Clown Shock Block props at the 2013 TransWorld Halloween & Attractions Show. The Shock Blocks are air-powered scare props featuring evil clown characters, designed to fit into dark carnival or haunted house environments. The clip serves as a product introduction rather than a full review or build tutorial.

FrightProps· 10,498 views
CS1022 CLOWN SLIDER PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

CS1022 CLOWN SLIDER PoisonProps.com

The CS1022 Clown Slider from Poison Props is a professional-grade pneumatic animatronic featuring an evil clown that lurks behind a broken wall facade before explosively launching upward and shaking side to side for a high-impact startle effect. The unit ships as a complete, ready-to-run package including the character, coffin housing, rig, pneumatics, a programmed controller, and a motion sensor. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and a scream effect. Its compact footprint makes it suitable for tight haunt corridors or dark ride installations.

POISON PROPS· 9,075 views
DPC704 Drop Portrait Clown PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

DPC704 Drop Portrait Clown PoisonProps.com

Poison Props showcases the DPC704, a plug-and-play pneumatic animatronic featuring a clown hidden behind a drop portrait. When triggered by a motion sensor, the portrait falls to reveal the clown, whose torso thrusts forward while the head articulates side to side and up and down, with hands grabbing outward. The complete package includes the character, wall-mounted portrait unit, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, and a full audio system with scream effects. Setup requires only an AC power source and a compressed air supply at 100 PSI.

POISON PROPS· 8,548 views
Circus Baby Five nights at Freddy's Cosplay #fnaf #fivenightsatfreddys #circusbaby
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Costume Tutorials

Circus Baby Five nights at Freddy's Cosplay #fnaf #fivenightsatfreddys #circusbaby

This short-form video from the Haunted Attraction Network showcases a Circus Baby cosplay inspired by the Five Nights at Freddy's franchise. The costume recreates the iconic animatronic character from the FNAF universe. With no description or runtime provided, details about construction or technique remain unknown.

Haunted Attraction Network· 7,867 views
Bath & Body Works Spooky Carnival 🎡 Halloween 🎃 2026 | Full In Store Walkthrough & More !
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Product Reviews

Bath & Body Works Spooky Carnival 🎡 Halloween 🎃 2026 | Full In Store Walkthrough & More !

The creator visits a Bath & Body Works retail location to preview the 2026 Spooky Carnival Halloween collection, which has already hit store shelves. The video offers a full in-store walkthrough showcasing the seasonal merchandise and themed products. It serves as an early look for Halloween enthusiasts eager to see what the collection has to offer before the official season ramp-up.

Derik BlackHearts Spooky Club 🖤· 4,256 views
Party City’s Been Dropping HALLOWEEN STUFF (& I Haven’t Talked About It)
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Product Reviews

Party City’s Been Dropping HALLOWEEN STUFF (& I Haven’t Talked About It)

Haunt Former returns after a hiatus to spotlight Party City's 2024 Halloween lineup, highlighting new and noteworthy spooky arrivals in stores. The video covers animatronics and horror-themed décor including pieces tied to franchises like Terrifier and Evil Dead. It serves as an informal retail scout report for Halloween enthusiasts eager to know what's hitting shelves this season.

Haunt Former· 3,935 views
Spirit’s G*re is BACK! (and so am I)
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Prop Reviews

Spirit’s G*re is BACK! (and so am I)

Haunt Former returns with a halfway-to-Halloween 2024 discussion centered on Spirit Halloween's latest offerings, including what appears to be a revival of gore-themed props and a spotlight on the Rick Ratman animatronic. The video takes a commentary-style approach, sharing the creator's enthusiasm for the new season's releases. It serves as an informal preview and discussion piece rather than a hands-on review or build tutorial.

Haunt Former· 3,578 views
NEW FOR 2019 - Rocking Elephant Clown Animated Halloween Prop
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Prop Reviews

NEW FOR 2019 - Rocking Elephant Clown Animated Halloween Prop

FrightProps showcases their 2019 animated clown prop featuring a sinister figure with illuminated eyes and a decayed clown costume endlessly rocking on a vintage-style playground elephant. The prop incorporates built-in spooky circus music to reinforce its unsettling carnival atmosphere. At just one minute, the video serves as a product showcase highlighting the prop's motion, lighting, and sound features.

FrightProps· 3,044 views
Spikey Side Stepper Spirit Halloween #shorts
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Prop Reviews

Spikey Side Stepper Spirit Halloween #shorts

This short-form video showcases the Spirit Halloween Spikey Side Stepper, an officially licensed animatronic prop based on the cult horror film Killer Klowns from Outer Space. The clip gives viewers a quick look at the Gemmy-manufactured figure in action. It appears to be a brief feature or demo rather than an in-depth review.

SpookYouLaterz· 2,974 views