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Grim Reaper

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

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3 Easy Halloween Projects (you can make at home!)

DIY PropsBeginner$20–$80 per project depending on materials on hand

3 Easy Halloween Projects (you can make at home!)

Wicked Makers hosts Jaimie and Jay walk through three beginner-friendly Halloween prop builds designed to be completed in a weekend at home. The trio covers a giant DIY spider built with paper mache and wire, a pumpkin-headed PVC-framed scarecrow dressed in thrifted clothes, and a ghostly skeleton wrapped in stiffened cheesecloth. Each project is low-cost and highly customizable, with the scarecrow compatible with animatronic jack-o-lantern heads for an extra scare factor.

Wicked Makers· 964,083 views

Spirit HALLOWEEN 2020 | Store Tour Part 1 | Animatronics, Decorations, Masks, Themes, & MORE...

Product Reviews

Spirit HALLOWEEN 2020 | Store Tour Part 1 | Animatronics, Decorations, Masks, Themes, & MORE...

A first-person walkthrough tour of Spirit Halloween's 2020 seasonal store, showcasing the chain's newest offerings including two fresh themed collections — Reaper's Island and Jack's Volcano. The video covers animatronics, masks, costumes, and decorative pieces from the 2020 lineup. It's part one of a broader store tour series, suggesting the full product range spans multiple episodes.

Haunt Former· 190,291 views

DIY 7ft Reaper tutorial...with fog and lantern. Light and spooky, make this Halloween prop today!

DIY PropsBeginner

DIY 7ft Reaper tutorial...with fog and lantern. Light and spooky, make this Halloween prop today!

Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building an impressive 7-foot Grim Reaper Halloween prop using materials that are easy to source. The build incorporates a lantern and fog effects to give the finished figure an eerie, atmospheric presence. At 25 minutes, the tutorial is designed to be approachable for builders of most skill levels.

Monster Tutorials· 105,402 views

make a reaper stature halloween grim reaper statue build budget halloween decor

DIY PropsIntermediatebudget-friendly

make a reaper stature halloween grim reaper statue build budget halloween decor

StiltbeastStudios walks through a budget-friendly build of a full grim reaper statue suitable for home haunts or haunted attractions. The roughly 21-minute tutorial focuses on achieving a striking, professional-looking result without breaking the bank. Allen Hopps guides viewers through the construction process step by step, emphasizing accessibility for DIY builders at various skill levels.

StiltbeastStudios· 98,154 views

"The Grim Rapper" giant rapping reaper by Distortions

"The Grim Rapper" giant rapping reaper by Distortions

This short showcase from Distortions Unlimited highlights The Grim Rapper, a towering grim reaper animatronic that stands up to roughly 13 feet tall. The figure features light-up eyes and built-in sound, performing a rapping routine as a novelty haunt centerpiece. It's a quick promotional look at the prop rather than a build or detailed review.

DistortionsUnlimited· 74,795 views

dementor build Halloween

DIY PropsBeginner

dementor build Halloween

Stiltbeast Studios teams up with Wizarding World and Warner Bros. to present a family-friendly DIY Dementor prop build inspired by Harry Potter. The roughly six-minute tutorial guides viewers through recreating the iconic dark creature as a Halloween decoration for the home. The project was created as part of a broader Harry Potter Halloween initiative centered around the #DarkArtsMonth campaign.

StiltbeastStudios· 63,676 views

Building a Prop Scythe with Foam, PVC, and Hot Glue!

DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

Building a Prop Scythe with Foam, PVC, and Hot Glue!

VanOaksProps walks through building a Grim Reaper scythe using readily available materials — EVA foam floor mats, PVC pipe, and hot glue — making this an accessible project for beginners and cosplayers alike. The blade is shaped from foam with a heat gun, mounted to a PVC handle, and finished with a Plasti-Dip base coat followed by layered acrylic paints for a realistic, weathered look. The build is designed to be completable in a few hours with minimal tools. Surebonder sponsored the video by providing their Cosplay Stik hot glue and glue gun.

VanOaksProps· 30,560 views

HUGE SPITTING REAPER PROP at TRANSWORLD HALLOWEEN 2023! #shorts

HUGE SPITTING REAPER PROP at TRANSWORLD HALLOWEEN 2023! #shorts

A short-form clip from Transworld Halloween 2023 spotlighting a large spitting Reaper prop on the trade show floor. GMHaunts captures the eye-catching piece as a preview ahead of a full show tour. The video gives haunt professionals and enthusiasts a quick look at one of the standout animatronic displays at the event.

GMHaunts· 27,053 views

Angel of Death #shorts

Costume Tutorials

Angel of Death #shorts

A short-form clip capturing an Angel of Death cosplay appearance at the San Antonio Zombie Walk, showcasing the costume alongside a group of accompanying minions. The video offers a quick, atmospheric look at elaborate Halloween cosplay in a live event setting. It serves more as a fun event highlight than an instructional piece.

SpookYouLaterz· 24,120 views

Angel of Death Animatronic Grim Reaper by Distortion

Angel of Death Animatronic Grim Reaper by Distortion

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Angel of Death animatronic, a large-scale Grim Reaper figure designed for professional haunted attractions. The prop features a fully animated skeleton form and was exhibited at Transworld 2017. It represents the kind of imposing, high-production character piece aimed at serious haunt operators looking for a dramatic centerpiece.

DistortionsUnlimited· 23,250 views

Poison Oak St Haunted House 2016. PoisonProps.com

Poison Oak St Haunted House 2016. PoisonProps.com

Poison Props showcases their 2016 home haunt on Poison Oak Street, featuring seven brand-new animatronic props set up over two days. The lineup includes standout pieces such as a Grim Reaper, Pumpkin King Lunger, two coffin jumper variants, The Well, Man Eater, and an Exhumed Coffin Lunger. The video gives viewers a walkthrough-style look at how these professional-grade props come together in a residential haunt environment. It serves as both an impressive display and a showcase of Poison Props' product range in action.

POISON PROPS· 22,911 views

Grim Death Giant Reaper Animatronic Prop by Distortions Unlimited

Grim Death Giant Reaper Animatronic Prop by Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases Grim Death, a nearly 11-foot-tall animatronic grim reaper prop designed for haunted houses, home haunts, and Halloween events. The figure dramatically leans toward guests and delivers a startling blast of air or water from its mouth. Built-in fog and lighting effects amplify the scare, and the prop reflects the company's four-decade legacy of USA-made monster fabrication.

DistortionsUnlimited· 21,451 views

SF1227 Statue Fall PoisonProps.com

SF1227 Statue Fall PoisonProps.com

Poison Props showcases the SF1227 Statue Fall, a large-scale pneumatic animatronic designed to perch atop an 8-foot graveyard tomb. On trigger, the statue's arms spread wide, a ghoul figure lurches forward with a bending torso, and the head sweeps side to side for maximum startling effect. The unit ships as a complete plug-and-play package including the character, rig, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, and a motion sensor, with an optional audio bundle available. Its substantial footprint makes it best suited for professional haunted attractions or ambitious large-scale home haunts.

POISON PROPS· 18,859 views

Distortions Unlimited 2023 Transworld Halloween Show Booth | Animatronics, Props, Interviews

Professional Haunted Attractions

Distortions Unlimited 2023 Transworld Halloween Show Booth | Animatronics, Props, Interviews

Distortions Unlimited takes viewers inside their 2023 Transworld Halloween Show booth, showcasing a wide lineup of new and returning animatronics and props. Highlights from the 2023 debut roster include the Alien Parasite, Scare Wolf, Grim Death reaper, Pumpkin Witch, Haunted Tree, After Midnight, Mutant Legend, and Tiki. The video blends product reveals with candid booth interactions and interviews, giving haunted attraction buyers and enthusiasts an on-the-floor look at what the company brought to the industry's premier trade event. Distortions Unlimited, with over four decades of monster-making experience, positions itself as a top-tier supplier of durable, high-impact Halloween attractions.

DistortionsUnlimited· 17,753 views

Reaper Got Dad JOKES! #shorts

Theme Park Halloween Events

Reaper Got Dad JOKES! #shorts

A short, lighthearted clip from the Monster Con Halfway to Halloween event in San Antonio showcasing the 10-foot Towering Reaper animated prop delivering dad jokes to the crowd. The video plays up the comedic contrast between the imposing, larger-than-life animatronic and its surprisingly goofy personality. It offers a fun, real-world look at the prop in an event environment rather than a formal review setting.

SpookYouLaterz· 16,381 views

Grim Reaper Transformation DIY Detailing for an Epic Costume!

Costume Tutorials

Grim Reaper Transformation DIY Detailing for an Epic Costume!

StiltBeast Studios walks through the detailing process behind an elaborate Grim Reaper costume build, showcasing the finishing touches that elevate it from basic to epic. The video reflects the studio's signature approach to haunted-attraction-quality character work. It is part of a broader content series supported through Patreon and community backing.

StiltbeastStudios· 15,929 views

Giant GRIM REAPER Animatronic Stands Up 13 ft Tall with Warning People to BEWARE

DIY Animatronics

Giant GRIM REAPER Animatronic Stands Up 13 ft Tall with Warning People to BEWARE

Distortions Unlimited showcases their towering Grim Reaper animatronic, which rises to a full 13 feet and features synchronized mouth movement, glowing red eyes, built-in fog, and custom customer audio. The prop is designed for professional haunted attractions, theme parks, and large-scale Halloween events. Uniquely, the scare experience blends animatronic automation with a live actor component for maximum impact. Distortions Unlimited has manufactured USA-made Halloween props and monsters for over 40 years.

DistortionsUnlimited· 15,442 views

GR1015 Grim Reaper PoisonProps.com

Prop Reviews$2500–$3000+

GR1015 Grim Reaper PoisonProps.com

PoisonProps.com showcases its GR1015 Grim Reaper, a large-scale commercial animatronic standing over six feet tall at rest and rising dramatically to eleven feet when activated. The prop features flapping wings, multi-axis arm movement, and a side-to-side turning head, all driven by a pneumatic system with a pre-programmed controller. An integrated audio package with a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect is included, making it a self-contained showpiece for haunted attractions.

POISON PROPS· 14,156 views

Grim Death Reaper Animatronic by Distortions Unlimited

Grim Death Reaper Animatronic by Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Grim Death animatronic, a towering grim reaper figure that stands close to 11 feet tall. The prop wields a scythe and features a dramatic leaning lunge motion toward guests, paired with a blast of air or water from its mouth for maximum scare impact. Integrated fog and lighting effects round out the presentation, making it a high-impact centerpiece for haunted attractions or home haunts.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,384 views

Poison Props: Crypt Greeter

Poison Props: Crypt Greeter

Poison Props showcases their Crypt Greeter, a fully articulated animatronic character featuring synchronized head and arm movement. The prop uses a three-axis talking skull that automatically syncs mouth movement to any audio playback. The short video serves as a product demonstration highlighting the prop's lifelike motion capabilities.

POISON PROPS· 12,944 views

Reaper Animated Prop w/ Sickle

Reaper Animated Prop w/ Sickle

This is a showcase of Distortions Unlimited's animated Grim Reaper Frightronic prop, presenting the menacing reaper wielding a sickle. The fully electric figure comes paired with an included audio track to drive its themed performance. It's a commercial haunt-ready prop highlighted as part of the maker's 2017 lineup.

DistortionsUnlimited· 12,202 views

Giant Grim Reaper Animatronic Halloween Prop 2023 | Grim Death by Distortions Unlimited

Giant Grim Reaper Animatronic Halloween Prop 2023 | Grim Death by Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases their 2023 flagship animatronic, Grim Death — a towering grim reaper prop standing approximately 11 feet tall and wielding a latex-and-foam scythe with a metal armature. The animatronic leans menacingly toward guests and delivers a startling air blast from its mouth, enhanced by built-in fog and lighting effects. Crafted in the USA by a manufacturer with over four decades of experience, it is positioned as a premium centerpiece for haunted houses, home haunts, or large Halloween events.

DistortionsUnlimited· 11,949 views

ST1224 Soul Taker PoisonProps.com

ST1224 Soul Taker PoisonProps.com

The Soul Taker (ST1224) from Poison Props is a large-scale pneumatic animatronic designed to mount on top of maze or haunt walls. The figure — styled as a giant skull/grim reaper character — descends, sweeps side to side, and extends its arms in a soul-grabbing motion. It ships as a plug-and-play unit, arriving complete with pneumatics, a programmed controller, motion sensor, digital audio player, powered speaker, and a scream effect. Interchangeable head compatibility gives buyers flexibility to swap characters across mechanisms.

POISON PROPS· 11,664 views

ST1224 SOUL TAKER PoisonProps.com

ST1224 SOUL TAKER PoisonProps.com

The Poison Props ST1224 Soul Taker is a large-scale commercial animatronic Grim Reaper designed to perch atop haunted house maze walls. The figure rises and descends while sweeping side to side with grabbing arms and a turning head, creating a dramatic soul-harvesting effect. It arrives as a complete plug-and-play package including pneumatics, a programmed controller, motion sensor, digital audio player, powered speaker, and a scream sound effect.

POISON PROPS· 10,969 views