Halloween Universe

Video Theme

Monster

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

328 videos

mutant legend prop
1:10
Prop Reviews

mutant legend prop

Distortions Unlimited founder Ed Edmunds showcases the Mutant Legend, a new-for-2023 static standing prop born from demand following the brand's popular Mutant animatronic release. Standing over six feet tall, the piece is handcrafted in the USA from latex and foam over an armature and features expert hand-painting. The prop splits in half for easy transport and storage, and its bendable arms allow custom posing. It is aimed at haunters, home decorators, and professional event producers alike.

DistortionsUnlimited· 15,252 views
Nosferatu Prop UNBOXING & Setup | Distortions Unlimited & Ace of Clay Special Mini Nos Unbox
9:38
Prop Reviews

Nosferatu Prop UNBOXING & Setup | Distortions Unlimited & Ace of Clay Special Mini Nos Unbox

Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited unboxes and assembles their popular Nosferatu (Count Orlok) Halloween display prop, walking viewers through what's included and how to set it up. The video doubles as a fun collaboration with Anthony of Ace of Clay, who sculpted a miniature Nosferatu inspired by the Distortions prop and ships it to the team for an on-camera unboxing reveal. The mini sculpture then gets a playful tour of the Distortions Unlimited facility. It's a lighthearted behind-the-scenes look at two Halloween creators celebrating a shared love of classic horror.

DistortionsUnlimited· 15,168 views
DV1323 DROPPING VAMPIRE PoisonProps.com
0:28
DIY AnimatronicsBeginner

DV1323 DROPPING VAMPIRE PoisonProps.com

The Poison Props DV1323 is a plug-and-play pneumatic vampire animatronic designed for haunted attractions and dark rides. The character conceals itself at ten feet overhead, then drops at a 45-degree angle to bring its face within close range of patrons while its arms spread and head turns side to side. The complete package includes the character, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, motion sensor, digital audio player, powered speaker, and a scream effect. A compact footprint and roughly 15-minute setup make it practical for tight maze corridors.

POISON PROPS· 14,807 views
Goblin Cyborg?! Makeup Demo, Monsterpalooza. FAKE BLOOD #halloween #scary #costume
0:14
Makeup Tutorials

Goblin Cyborg?! Makeup Demo, Monsterpalooza. FAKE BLOOD #halloween #scary #costume

This video captures a live makeup demonstration from Monsterpalooza, showcasing a goblin-cyborg hybrid creature look. The demo blends organic monster aesthetics with mechanical design elements, resulting in a striking Halloween costume makeup. Fake blood appears to be incorporated as a finishing detail to heighten the gruesome effect.

Haunted Attraction Network· 14,637 views
Spirit Halloween 2026 ANIMATRONICS RELEASED! (Wave 1 Revealed)
18:36
Product Reviews

Spirit Halloween 2026 ANIMATRONICS RELEASED! (Wave 1 Revealed)

GMHaunts covers Spirit Halloween's first wave of 2026 animatronic releases, walking viewers through the full initial lineup before these props hit store shelves. The video highlights eleven distinct animatronics spanning a wide range of themes — from a licensed Michael Myers figure to original characters like Pumpkin Punisher, Lady Misfortune, and Carnival Creeper. Heights vary considerably across the lineup, from compact tabletop-scale pieces to towering figures over six feet tall. Affiliate links to each prop are provided in the description for viewers ready to buy.

GMHaunts· 14,360 views
Man Eating Plant is being Frisky! #shorts
0:16
Prop Reviews

Man Eating Plant is being Frisky! #shorts

A short clip captured at Monster Con's Halfway to Halloween event in San Antonio, showcasing a man-eating plant animatronic prop in action. The creature — reminiscent of Little Shop of Horrors' Audrey II — is shown interacting with attendees in a playful, character-driven way. The footage gives Halloween enthusiasts a quick but fun look at an eye-catching animatronic plant prop in a convention setting.

SpookYouLaterz· 13,886 views
Scare Wolf Halloween Werewolf
0:25
Prop Reviews

Scare Wolf Halloween Werewolf

The Distortions Unlimited Scare Wolf is a professionally manufactured animatronic werewolf designed for high-impact haunted house scares. The prop is themed as a captured beast chained to a wall with arms raised, and it activates by thrashing violently before lunging forward at guests. It adds an air-blast effect to amplify the startle response. This is a showcase video highlighting the prop's movement and overall presentation.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,803 views
Distortions Giant WEREWOLF Sneak Peek 2020 | Halloween Prop Sculpting Behind the Scenes
2:47
DIY AnimatronicsPro

Distortions Giant WEREWOLF Sneak Peek 2020 | Halloween Prop Sculpting Behind the Scenes

This short behind-the-scenes clip from Distortions Unlimited offers a rare look at the professional prop-making process as sculptor Tom Cassidy completes the head sculpt for a giant werewolf animatronic. Company owners Ed and Marsha Edmunds evaluate the piece alongside mold makers, focusing on whether the detailed teeth could create complications during molding and casting. The finished prop was slated to debut at the Transworld Halloween and Attractions show. WED clay — a water-based, slow-drying medium originally developed for Disney animatronic work — is highlighted as the sculpting material of choice.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,584 views
T Rex Dinosaur Wall Mount Prop | Ed & Tom Create the 4 Paint Color Designs
5:31
DIY Props

T Rex Dinosaur Wall Mount Prop | Ed & Tom Create the 4 Paint Color Designs

Distortions Unlimited co-founders Ed Edmunds and Tom Cassidy are shown developing four distinct paint color schemes for the company's new 2022 T-Rex Head Wall Mount prop. The video goes behind the scenes of the professional prop design process, revealing how creative decisions are made collaboratively — including input from Marsha and the broader crew. The four finished colorways — Jungle Green, Desert Red, Mountain Grey, and Swamp with Bloody Teeth — reflect both aesthetic range and retail appeal. The piece holds personal significance for Tom Cassidy, who sculpted it with the T-Rex as his all-time favorite monster.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,487 views
SLEEPING GIANT Animated Prop Theme Park Animatronic by Distortions Unlimited
4:30
DIY Animatronics

SLEEPING GIANT Animated Prop Theme Park Animatronic by Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases their large-scale Sleeping Giant animatronic, a handcrafted character capable of snoring, speaking, opening its eyes, and standing upright. The video features footage from multiple real-world deployments including Transworld, a private Lord of the Rings-themed event, and various attractions worldwide. A standout clip demonstrates the giant programmed to speak Spanish, highlighting the prop's multilingual audio flexibility. Built for durability, the piece has been installed across haunted houses, corn mazes, mini golf parks, and theme park-style events.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,436 views
Shotgun Blast Zombie, Werewolf Rug, and Pumpkin Guardian | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2015
5:17
Prop Reviews

Shotgun Blast Zombie, Werewolf Rug, and Pumpkin Guardian | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2015

This short video previews three new animatronic props from Tekky Toys spotted at Spirit Halloween for the 2015 season: a Shotgun Blast Zombie, a Werewolf Rug, and a Pumpkin Guardian. The presenter highlights each item as an early sneak peek ahead of the Halloween shopping season. No hands-on review or detailed specs are provided — the focus is on generating excitement around the upcoming product releases.

Haunt Former· 13,337 views
www.monstertutorials.com - Paper Mache Devil Mask
1:42
DIY PropsIntermediate$5–$15

www.monstertutorials.com - Paper Mache Devil Mask

This time-lapse tutorial demonstrates how to build a mummified devil mask using basic paper mache techniques with toilet paper and a glue-water mixture. Artificial nails sourced from a dollar store are repurposed as fanged teeth, keeping costs minimal. The mask is finished with a multi-layer dry brushing technique to achieve a textured, aged appearance. The result is a detailed, creepy devil prop achievable on a tight budget.

Monster Tutorials· 12,963 views
NT1211 Nurse Twitcher PoisonProps.com
0:49
DIY Animatronics

NT1211 Nurse Twitcher PoisonProps.com

The NT1211 Nurse Twitcher from Poison Props is a commercial-grade pneumatic animatronic designed to mimic a still prop before violently bursting upright and twitching side to side with arm and head movement. Its compact footprint makes it suitable for tight corridor spaces in haunted attractions and dark rides. The unit ships complete with the character figure, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, and a motion sensor, with an optional audio package available. Interchangeable heads allow operators to customize the character to match different haunt themes.

POISON PROPS· 12,907 views
quick and dirty mask painting.wmv
8:02
Makeup TutorialsBeginner

quick and dirty mask painting.wmv

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates a fast, approachable method for painting latex Halloween masks, showing multiple color schemes side by side to highlight how technique and palette affect the final look. Masks are base-coated in latex paint, detailed with acrylics, and finished with a protective coat of ArmorAll. Painting the same mask in different colorways makes it easy to compare results and understand how contrast drives a convincing finish.

StiltbeastStudios· 12,871 views
FANSWORLD at CFX- Day Three!
2:41:01
Other

FANSWORLD at CFX- Day Three!

This extended live-stream recording captures Day Three of FANSWORLD 2020, Composite Effects' virtual trade-show event held in lieu of the postponed HAA/Transworld show. The session focuses on CFX's animal mask lineup, masks designed with male and female counterparts, and customization options available for their silicone products. Viewers also get a look at silicone gloves, sleeves, and monster suits alongside a live painting demonstration and Q&A segment.

CFX MASKS· 12,562 views
The most creative Halloween costume ever #shorts
0:16
Costume Tutorials

The most creative Halloween costume ever #shorts

A short-form video captured at Monster Con in San Antonio showcasing what the creator calls the most creative Halloween costume on display at the event. The featured costume appears to draw inspiration from the Silent Hill franchise and earned significant admiration from attendees. The clip celebrates the creativity and Halloween spirit that cosplay conventions bring out in participants.

SpookYouLaterz· 12,488 views
KBD1031 KID BODY DROP PoisonProps.com
0:27
DIY Animatronics

KBD1031 KID BODY DROP PoisonProps.com

The KBD1031 Kid Body Drop from Poison Props is a pneumatic animatronic featuring a 38-inch child figure that perches atop standard 8-foot maze walls and dramatically falls forward with a bending torso, grabbing arm, and side-to-side head movement. The unit ships as a complete plug-and-play package, including the character, rig, pneumatics, programmed controller, motion sensor, and a full audio package with speaker and scream effect. Installation requires a minimum 12-foot ceiling height, 100 PSI compressed air, and AC power. Characters are interchangeable across Poison Props mechanisms, offering flexibility for different haunt themes.

POISON PROPS· 12,419 views
Swamp Hag Distortions Animatronic
0:33
Prop Reviews

Swamp Hag Distortions Animatronic

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Swamp Hag, a professionally crafted animatronic swamp witch designed for Halloween displays and haunted attractions. The short feature highlights the character's animated movement and detailed creature design. It serves as a product spotlight for one of the company's ready-to-deploy haunt props.

DistortionsUnlimited· 12,370 views
Purple People Eater
0:18
Prop Reviews

Purple People Eater

This is a product showcase from Distortions Unlimited featuring their "Purple People Eater" animatronic creation. The clip highlights a commercially manufactured haunt prop rather than a build or tutorial. Specific details about size, motion, and pricing aren't provided in the metadata, so this serves as an introductory look at the piece.

DistortionsUnlimited· 12,354 views
Asmodeus the Demon King Silicone Mask Movement Video
0:39
Prop Reviews

Asmodeus the Demon King Silicone Mask Movement Video

CFX Masks presents a short movement showcase of their Asmodeus the Demon King silicone mask, highlighting how the piece articulates and looks in motion. The mask features a snarling, ashen demon aesthetic with separately cast resin horns filled with hard polyfoam for a lightweight yet rigid structure. Designed to fit a standard adult male head size range, it is a ready-to-wear wearable costume mask sold through Composite Effects.

CFX MASKS· 12,288 views
Mr. Howle Unboxing, Setup, Demo, and REVIEW | *FIRST SHOWCASE EVER* - Spirit Halloween 2021
12:43
Prop Reviews

Mr. Howle Unboxing, Setup, Demo, and REVIEW | *FIRST SHOWCASE EVER* - Spirit Halloween 2021

GMHaunts presents what is claimed to be the very first on-camera showcase of Spirit Halloween's 2021 animatronic prop Mr. Howle, acquired early from a flagship store before general shipping began. The video walks viewers through the unboxing, assembly setup, and a live demonstration of the prop in action, followed by an overall review. As the only person with the prop on hand at time of filming, the creator offers a rare early look at the figure's features and performance.

GMHaunts· 12,045 views
Started My 2025 Foam Pumpkin Build #pumpkincarving #pumpkincraft #halloweendecor
0:05
DIY PropsIntermediate

Started My 2025 Foam Pumpkin Build #pumpkincarving #pumpkincraft #halloweendecor

SKS Props walks through a full craft foam pumpkin build inspired by the DnD Mimic creature, covering every stage from rough cutting to finished decoration. A hot knife is used to carve the base pumpkin form, while EVA HD foam and foam clay add sculpted detail and texture. Painting is handled with a combination of Liquitex acrylics and Createx airbrush paints for a polished, layered finish. A standout technique involves crafting expressive monster eyes from Christmas bulbs and foam clay.

SKS Props· 12,015 views
Howl-O-Scream | Monster Stomp | SeaWorld San Antonio #shorts
0:45
Theme Park Halloween Events

Howl-O-Scream | Monster Stomp | SeaWorld San Antonio #shorts

A short clip capturing the Monster Stomp live show at Howl-O-Scream 2022 at SeaWorld San Antonio. The performance is a high-energy Halloween theatrical production built around drumline and percussion. The creator highlights it as one of the most entertaining Halloween shows they have experienced.

SpookYouLaterz· 11,956 views
We Painted a MUTINEE HALLOWEEN PROP to Surprise the City of Greeley | Distortions Unlimited
13:28
Prop Reviews

We Painted a MUTINEE HALLOWEEN PROP to Surprise the City of Greeley | Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited takes viewers behind the scenes as Tom Cassidy and Ed Edmunds paint their new Mutinee prop — the 2023 Monster Day mascot for Greeley, Colorado. The video follows the full painting workflow from base coat through detail work, with crew members weighing in on early paint tests. The finished prop is then brought to an official City of Greeley meeting, where it earns enthusiastic approval ahead of the Monster Day festival.

DistortionsUnlimited· 11,429 views
Monster Halloween Videos · Halloween Universe