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793 videos

Transworld Halloween Show 2026 | Distortions Unlimited Booth
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Prop Reviews

Transworld Halloween Show 2026 | Distortions Unlimited Booth

A walkthrough of Distortions Unlimited's booth at the 2026 Transworld Halloween Show, spotlighting the company's new animatronics and props for the year. Featured creatures include Kong, Grumpy Grandpa, Frankenstein's Monster, Ghost Revenant, Corpse Legend, Reptilian, Mad Scientist, and Evil Brain, alongside booth scares, crew, and interviews. It serves as a trade-show showcase from a long-established commercial monster maker rather than a build guide.

DistortionsUnlimited· 16,477 views
We Sculpted a Giant Kong Gorilla!
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We Sculpted a Giant Kong Gorilla!

The Distortions Unlimited team races a tight deadline to finish a massive clay sculpt of a giant Kong-style gorilla head ahead of the Transworld Halloween Show. Sculptor Ed battles the clay cracking and drying as he sprays and wets it to keep the surface workable. The finished giant gorilla is intended as a photo-op centerpiece at the company's Transworld booth.

DistortionsUnlimited· 59,280 views
We Made a Giant Kong Gorilla Animatronic
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DIY Animatronics

We Made a Giant Kong Gorilla Animatronic

Distortions Unlimited, a professional Halloween prop and animatronic manufacturer, showcases the creation of a giant Kong gorilla animatronic. The video appears to be a short teaser or highlight clip promoting a full-length build video available on their channel. Distortions Unlimited is known for large-scale, commercially produced animatronic creatures used in professional haunted attractions.

DistortionsUnlimited· 11,799 views
Distortions Unlimited Raw Behind the Scenes Footage 2026
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Professional Haunted Attractions

Distortions Unlimited Raw Behind the Scenes Footage 2026

This raw behind-the-scenes video takes viewers inside the Distortions Unlimited workshop in the lead-up to the Transworld 2026 trade show. The footage captures the studio's production floor actively building and finishing a range of monster characters and animatronic props slated for the 2026 lineup. Featured creations include Frankenstein's Monster, Reptilian, Electric Zombie, Death Rising, and Mad Scientist, offering a rare unfiltered look at professional Halloween prop manufacturing at scale.

DistortionsUnlimited· 14,277 views
Ghost Revenant Animatronic by Distortions Unlimited
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Prop Reviews

Ghost Revenant Animatronic by Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases the Ghost Revenant, a towering all-electric Halloween animatronic from their Frightronic product line. Standing approximately 8.5 feet tall, this ghost prop is designed to deliver maximum visual impact in both professional and home haunt settings. The video serves as a product reveal and demonstration, highlighting the prop's imposing scale and scare potential.

DistortionsUnlimited· 3,703 views
Savage Shock Scares at Transworld Halloween 2026
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Professional Haunted Attractions

Savage Shock Scares at Transworld Halloween 2026

Distortions Unlimited showcases their new Savage Shock Scare at the Transworld Halloween Show 2026, capturing live audience reactions to the prop in action. The Savage Shock is a hybrid Shocktronic device that blends a costumed actor element with an animatronic mechanism to deliver startling jump scares. The short clip highlights the product's effectiveness as a haunt scare piece for professional haunted attractions.

DistortionsUnlimited· 14,398 views
We made a GIANT KONG Animatronic!
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We made a GIANT KONG Animatronic!

Distortions Unlimited takes viewers behind the scenes on the creation of their giant Kong animatronic gorilla head — a passion project sculpted by Ed Edmunds. The build journey covers every major stage: metal armature construction, clay sculpting, latex skinning, foam filling, and final paint work. Standing approximately 11 feet tall when fully raised, the finished piece features moving eyes, blinking eyelids, a opening/closing mouth, and a side-to-side head turn, all driven by professional-grade pneumatic cylinders. The complete package ships with a control system, audio track, amplifier, fog machine, and simulated lightning lighting effects.

DistortionsUnlimited· 24,818 views
Halloween Legend Props by Distortions Unlimited
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Prop Reviews

Halloween Legend Props by Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Halloween Legend Props line in this short-form promotional video. The props are presented as versatile options suitable for home decorating, haunted attractions, and general Halloween displays. As a manufacturer-produced video, it offers a direct look at the company's product offerings in action.

DistortionsUnlimited· 6,287 views
Savage Shock by Distortions Unlimited | 2026 Shocktronic
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Prop Reviews

Savage Shock by Distortions Unlimited | 2026 Shocktronic

Savage Shock is a hybrid actor-animatronic prop from Distortions Unlimited's Shocktronic line, designed to deceive guests into thinking they are watching a standard animatronic before a costumed actor bursts out for a live scare. The prop features flailing animatronic arms to sell the illusion, while integrated fog, lighting, sound, and controls complete the package. It is marketed toward haunted attractions, Halloween events, and theme parks seeking high-impact, repeatable scares. This video showcases the prop in action to demonstrate the effectiveness of the Shocktronic concept.

DistortionsUnlimited· 11,632 views
Haunted Cemetery Scene at Distortions Unlimited Transworld Halloween Booth 2026
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Professional Haunted Attractions

Haunted Cemetery Scene at Distortions Unlimited Transworld Halloween Booth 2026

Distortions Unlimited showcases their haunted cemetery-themed booth at the Transworld Halloween 2026 trade show in this short walkthrough clip. The display features a range of professional-grade animatronics and props including Ghost Revenant, Corpse Legend, Mummy Legend, Death Rising, and Haunted Trees. The video gives haunt operators and enthusiasts a quick preview of what the company is bringing to market for the 2026 season.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,137 views
Mad Scientist Animatronic All Electric Sci-Fi Prop | Distortions Unlimited
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Prop Reviews

Mad Scientist Animatronic All Electric Sci-Fi Prop | Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Mad Scientist animatronic, a fully electric prop featuring smooth multi-axis movement, integrated lighting, and a built-in sound program. Three electric cylinders drive the figure's head rotation and dual arm movements as it operates levers and dials, lending it a convincing laboratory feel. The prop is displayed alongside a separately sold giant Evil Brain and is mounted on a high-tech illuminated metal stand. It is designed to fit seamlessly into a wide range of haunt scenes, from alien experiment rooms to classic Frankenstein laboratories.

DistortionsUnlimited· 7,236 views
Asylum Sam Halloween Animatronic | Distortions Unlimited 2026
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Prop Reviews

Asylum Sam Halloween Animatronic | Distortions Unlimited 2026

Distortions Unlimited previews Asylum Sam, a new addition to their Frightronic line of all-electric Halloween animatronics for 2026. The prop rocks back and forth and is designed to fit seamlessly into asylum scenes, dark corners, and a range of haunt environments. It is hand-crafted and painted in-house at Distortions Unlimited's Colorado studio using a latex skin over a foam-filled, armature-supported body driven by a heavy-duty motor.

DistortionsUnlimited· 8,715 views
Grumpy Grandpa Animatronic Extended Video 2026
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Prop Reviews

Grumpy Grandpa Animatronic Extended Video 2026

Distortions Unlimited previews their 2026 Grumpy Grandpa animatronic, a character-driven prop featuring multiple axes of movement and a surprising water-spit gag. The figure cycles through a selection of grumpy audio tracks before launching a stream of water at unsuspecting guests, triggering laughs and screams alike. Themed details like simulated chew residue on the beard add convincing character depth. The extended video showcases the prop in action to help buyers assess it for haunted attractions or themed environments.

DistortionsUnlimited· 6,192 views
Grumpy Grandpa Animatronic by Distortions Unlimited
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Prop Reviews

Grumpy Grandpa Animatronic by Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Grumpy Grandpa animatronic, a humorous character prop designed for haunted attractions and themed venues. The figure sits on an included wooden barrel and features multi-axis movement — head rotation, mouth articulation, and a torso bend — capped off with a surprise water-spitting gag. Eight distinct grumpy audio tracks keep the interaction fresh, and realistic chew-residue detailing on his beard enhances the illusion. The package includes push-button trigger, controller, audio playback, and amplifier, making it a turnkey scare-and-laugh experience.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,645 views
Reptilian Animatronic by Distortions Unlimited 2026
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Prop Reviews

Reptilian Animatronic by Distortions Unlimited 2026

Distortions Unlimited showcases their 2026 Reptilian Horror Animatronic, a roughly 7-foot chained creature figure designed as a scene centerpiece for professional haunts and high-end home haunters. The piece features detailed sculpting and paintwork visible from all angles, including front, side, and back. Conceived with fierce, organic movement, the character is presented as a ferocious dungeon beast straining against its chains. All design, sculpting, and finishing work was completed in-house at Distortions Unlimited's Colorado studio.

DistortionsUnlimited· 10,601 views
We Made a Giant Kong Animatronic!
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DIY Animatronics

We Made a Giant Kong Animatronic!

Distortions Unlimited takes viewers behind the scenes of the creation of Kong, a massive animatronic gorilla head standing approximately 11 feet tall when fully raised. The prop features a hand-sculpted latex-and-foam construction over a heavy-duty metal armature, with pneumatic mechanics animating the mouth, head rotation, and independently moving eyes and eyelids. Sculpted by company founder Ed Edmunds, Kong ships as a turnkey package that includes a control system, audio track, amplifier, fog machine, and simulated lightning effects. The result is a professional-grade, classic-monster centerpiece suited for haunted attractions, theme parks, and high-end home haunts.

DistortionsUnlimited· 47,155 views
We Need To FINISH This 5000 Pound Gorilla Head Sculpture Today
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Professional Haunted Attractions

We Need To FINISH This 5000 Pound Gorilla Head Sculpture Today

Distortions Unlimited races against the clock to complete a massive gorilla head clay sculpture weighing between 4,000 and 5,000 pounds, built over a metal armature fabricated by their crew. The sculpture must be finished before a professional mold maker arrives on site, and keeping the clay from cracking under drying conditions is an active challenge. The finished piece is destined to serve as a photo opportunity at the Distortions Unlimited booth at the Transworld Halloween Show.

DistortionsUnlimited· 25,224 views
We Need to Put 2500 Pounds of Clay Onto This Giant Gorilla Sculpture...TODAY!
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We Need to Put 2500 Pounds of Clay Onto This Giant Gorilla Sculpture...TODAY!

Distortions Unlimited offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the early stages of building a massive animatronic gorilla head, with the team racing to apply over 2,500 pounds of clay onto a large metal armature in a single day. The build is driven by a tight deadline tied to the Transworld Halloween Show, where the finished piece is intended to serve as a photo opportunity at the Distortions Unlimited booth. The video showcases the sheer scale and team effort required for professional-grade animatronic fabrication at this level.

DistortionsUnlimited· 52,887 views
Sculpting Frankensteins Monster Animatronic
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DIY Animatronics

Sculpting Frankensteins Monster Animatronic

Distortions Unlimited previews their upcoming Frankenstein's Monster animatronic, a large-scale all-electric haunt prop standing approximately 7 feet tall. The piece features a shaking movement mechanic and is fully sculpted and painted in-house by the Distortions Unlimited team. Designed for high-impact haunted house scenes, this prop is positioned as a statement centerpiece for the 2026 Halloween season.

DistortionsUnlimited· 17,195 views
Frankensteins Monster Halloween Animatronic
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Prop Reviews

Frankensteins Monster Halloween Animatronic

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Frankenstein's Monster Halloween animatronic, a professionally crafted figure standing approximately 7 feet tall. The all-electric prop features a heavy-duty shaker motor, integrated sound system with ambient audio, and a light cord that runs through the monster's head, triggering on a roughly 45-second timer cycle. Built from latex and foam over an internal armature, the figure has poseable arms and is designed for long-term use in high-traffic haunt environments.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,727 views
Frankensteins Monster Halloween Animatronic 2026 by Distortions Unlimited
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Prop Reviews

Frankensteins Monster Halloween Animatronic 2026 by Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases their 2026 Frankenstein's Monster animatronic, a roughly seven-foot-tall electric prop built from latex, foam, and an internal armature. The figure activates on an approximately 45-second timer, coming to life with a heavy-duty shaker motor, integrated lighting through the head, and a bundled audio track with ambient sound. Poseable arms and a robust construction make it suitable for everything from home haunts to professional haunted attractions. The light cord is removable for static display.

DistortionsUnlimited· 18,029 views
Best Sculpting Tools for Clay | Three Sculptors Share Tips
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Best Sculpting Tools for Clay | Three Sculptors Share Tips

Three experienced sculptors from Distortions Unlimited — Ed Edmunds, Mikey Rotella, and Tom Cassidy — share their go-to clay sculpting tools and techniques for creating monsters and Halloween props. The video is a curated mashup drawn from the Monster Lab tutorial series, condensing multiple perspectives into a single practical guide. Viewers get a rare look at how professional creature and mask makers approach tool selection in a real studio environment.

DistortionsUnlimited· 3,248 views
NIGHT BEAST Halloween Prop REVEAL | Distortions Unlimited 2026
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Prop Reviews

NIGHT BEAST Halloween Prop REVEAL | Distortions Unlimited 2026

Distortions Unlimited reveals their Night Beast prop for 2026, a large standing creature figure depicting a snarling werebeast with claws and sharp teeth. The piece is handcrafted in the USA from latex and foam with an internal armature, poseable arms, and hand-applied hair and paint. It ships and stores conveniently by separating into two halves and includes a metal stand. Night Beast is positioned as part of Distortions' Legend series of standing display props, suitable for home haunts, professional attractions, and yard haunts alike.

DistortionsUnlimited· 4,368 views
VAMPIRESS LEGEND Prop Reveal by Distortions Unlimited
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Prop Reviews

VAMPIRESS LEGEND Prop Reveal by Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited reveals their Vampiress Legend prop, a new addition to their 2026 Halloween lineup. The life-size standing figure stands approximately six feet tall and features a classically gothic female vampire design. Built to professional quality standards, she is intended to serve as a striking centerpiece for entryways, parties, home haunts, or horror-themed scenes.

DistortionsUnlimited· 6,909 views