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A curated, searchable archive of the dark craft — DIY props and animatronics, home-haunt walkthroughs, makeup, lighting, fog, and effects. Every film embedded from its creator, organized so you can actually find what you need.

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1917 videos

Haunted Trail Weekends Before HALLOWEEN, NEW Additions, Halloween OVERLAY
14:20
Home Haunts

Haunted Trail Weekends Before HALLOWEEN, NEW Additions, Halloween OVERLAY

This vlog-style episode follows the final weekends of Shelter 16, a farm-based haunted trail, as Halloween draws near. The creator reflects on the season, highlights new prop additions including an update on a signature zombie character, and leads viewers through both daytime and nighttime walkthroughs. A Halloween overlay is incorporated into the final run-throughs, adding an extra layer of atmosphere to close out the event.

Haunt Former· 1,344 views
“The Black Cat” By Edgar Allan Poe | Classic HORROR STORY
31:28
Other

“The Black Cat” By Edgar Allan Poe | Classic HORROR STORY

Haunt Former delivers a dramatic narration of Edgar Allan Poe's classic short story 'The Black Cat,' one of Poe's most iconic gothic horror tales centering on a narrator's descent into madness and violence. The reading is set to atmospheric background music to heighten tension and dread. At roughly half an hour, it makes for an immersive Halloween-season listen rooted in 19th-century horror literature.

Haunt Former· 4,146 views
Young Man Meets 10 Foot Alien *NOT Clickbait*
3:41
Prop Reviews

Young Man Meets 10 Foot Alien *NOT Clickbait*

Haunt Former visits a Spirit Halloween store to check out a massive 10-foot alien animatronic prop from the 2024 season. The video delivers a lighthearted, personality-driven look at one of the standout large-scale animatronics of the year. It blends humor with genuine enthusiasm for Halloween prop culture, making it entertaining for casual viewers and serious collectors alike.

Haunt Former· 1,098 views
5 Understated HORROR Movies You NEED to SEE
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Other

5 Understated HORROR Movies You NEED to SEE

Haunt Former counts down five understated and often-overlooked horror films worth watching during the Halloween season. The picks span cult favorites and forgotten gems, with an emphasis on movies that fly under the mainstream radar. It functions as a curated recommendation list rather than a review or tutorial, making it a quick watch for anyone hunting for fresh October viewing material.

Haunt Former· 665 views
Howl-O-Scream 25th Anniversary (Busch Gardens Tampa, FL) HALLOWEEN EVENT VLOG 2024
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Theme Park Halloween Events

Howl-O-Scream 25th Anniversary (Busch Gardens Tampa, FL) HALLOWEEN EVENT VLOG 2024

This vlog covers the 25th anniversary edition of Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa, one of Florida's marquee seasonal Halloween events. The creator, Haunt Former, takes viewers through the 2024 experience in a personal, first-person style typical of haunt walkthrough content. The video offers an on-the-ground look at the haunted houses and overall atmosphere of the milestone event. It serves as both entertainment and a practical preview for anyone considering attending.

Haunt Former· 874 views
UNBOXING 4 INSANE HALLOWEEN MASKS From Deja Boo *feat. Russian Sleep Experiment/Spazm*
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Prop Reviews

UNBOXING 4 INSANE HALLOWEEN MASKS From Deja Boo *feat. Russian Sleep Experiment/Spazm*

Haunt Former unboxes four premium Halloween masks from boutique retailer Deja Boo, showcasing each design up close and sharing his reactions. The lineup includes creepypasta-inspired and monster designs such as a Russian Sleep Experiment piece featured alongside the Spazm mask. The video highlights the high-end craftsmanship that sets these masks apart from mass-market Halloween offerings.

Haunt Former· 2,531 views
“LUMBERING ZOMBIE” Tekky/Big Lots 2024 Animatronic UNBOXING, SET-UP, DEMO, & REVIEW
9:52
Prop Reviews

“LUMBERING ZOMBIE” Tekky/Big Lots 2024 Animatronic UNBOXING, SET-UP, DEMO, & REVIEW

Haunt Former unboxes, sets up, and reviews the Lumbering Zombie, a Tekky-branded animatronic available at Big Lots for the 2024 Halloween season. The prop features swaying movement and light-up effects, and is noted as the only in-store zombie animatronic Tekky offered at Big Lots this year. The video walks viewers through the full out-of-box experience and a live demo so buyers know exactly what they're getting before purchasing.

Haunt Former· 2,479 views
“The Cats of Ulthar” By H.P. Lovecraft | Classic HORROR STORY
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Other

“The Cats of Ulthar” By H.P. Lovecraft | Classic HORROR STORY

This video features a narrated reading of H.P. Lovecraft's classic short story 'The Cats of Ulthar,' presented by the Haunt Former channel with atmospheric background music. Lovecraft is introduced as a pivotal and complex figure in horror literature, and the tale itself weaves together themes of magic, feline mysticism, and dark retribution. The production is part of a broader horror narration series on the channel alongside creepypastas and original scary stories.

Haunt Former· 822 views
Haunted Trail FINAL Prep, OPENING October Weekend, Hurricane Before/After (w/ REPAIRS)
15:41
Home Haunts

Haunted Trail FINAL Prep, OPENING October Weekend, Hurricane Before/After (w/ REPAIRS)

This vlog documents the opening weekend of Fearville's Shelter 16 haunted trail, a farm-based outdoor haunt running every Friday and Saturday throughout October 2024. The creator walks viewers through daytime setup, an in-mask opening night tour, and honest reflections on how the first night went. The video also covers the real-world challenge of Hurricane Milton striking between event nights, showing before-and-after footage of storm damage and the hands-on repairs made to get the trail back up and running.

Haunt Former· 1,271 views
Terrifier (2018) & Terrifier 2 (2022) Movie REVIEWS: Art Is Good But His Movies Aren’t
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Other

Terrifier (2018) & Terrifier 2 (2022) Movie REVIEWS: Art Is Good But His Movies Aren’t

Haunt Former delivers a critical double-review of Terrifier (2018) and Terrifier 2 (2022), the gore-heavy slasher films featuring Art the Clown from director Damien Leone. Despite acknowledging Art the Clown as a compelling horror icon, the reviewer ultimately argues that the films themselves fall short of their potential. The roughly 19-minute video offers an opinionated take aimed at Halloween and haunt-community fans curious about the franchise's cultural footprint.

Haunt Former· 1,482 views
GHOST TOAST Kit-Kat TASTE TEST + REVIEW
9:40
Other

GHOST TOAST Kit-Kat TASTE TEST + REVIEW

Haunt Former tries the Halloween 2024 limited-edition Ghost Toast Kit-Kat, a cinnamon-flavored seasonal variety found at Target, as part of the creator's HauntTober 2024 series. The video is a casual taste test and review covering flavor impressions and overall verdict. It fits within the channel's broader Halloween and horror lifestyle content rather than haunt-building or prop work.

Haunt Former· 796 views
“The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs | Classic HORROR STORY
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Other

“The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs | Classic HORROR STORY

Haunt Former narrates W.W. Jacobs' 1902 classic horror tale 'The Monkey's Paw,' one of the most enduring and influential short stories in the genre. The reading is part of the creator's HauntTober2024 series, framing the story as essential Halloween listening. Atmospheric music accompanies the narration to heighten the dread. The story itself centers on a cursed talisman that grants wishes with terrifying, unintended consequences.

Haunt Former· 8,881 views
Lighting TESTS, Storm/Weather PROOFING, Shack BUILD, & MORE ZOMBIE Animatronics
20:46
Home Haunts

Lighting TESTS, Storm/Weather PROOFING, Shack BUILD, & MORE ZOMBIE Animatronics

This build vlog documents ongoing progress on an outdoor haunted trail for the 2024 season, covering multiple nighttime lighting tests, pre- and post-hurricane weatherproofing assessments, and the construction of new zombie-themed set pieces including a shack and tent encampment. The creator showcases a dead picnickers scene built around a picnic table and evaluates how props and lighting hold up under real weather conditions including rain. The video follows a diary-style format across several filming sessions spanning late September into October, giving viewers a realistic look at the challenges of running a seasonal outdoor attraction.

Haunt Former· 1,322 views
HALLOWEEN HUNTING 2024 (OVER 1 HOUR) at Spirit, Home Depot, Party City, Target, Lowe’s, & MORE
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Halloween Decorating

HALLOWEEN HUNTING 2024 (OVER 1 HOUR) at Spirit, Home Depot, Party City, Target, Lowe’s, & MORE

A feature-length tour of eight major retailers during the 2024 Halloween season, covering Spirit Halloween, Party City, Home Depot, Target, Big Lots, Michaels, Walmart, and Lowe's. The creator walks through each store's seasonal Halloween sections, showcasing available animatronics, props, and decorations. At over 77 minutes, it serves as a comprehensive snapshot of what was on retail shelves for Halloween 2024. Each store gets its own dedicated segment, making it easy to jump to a specific retailer.

Haunt Former· 3,268 views
Grayscale or: A Methodical End to the Tragedies of Race | Official Book Trailer (2024)
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Other

Grayscale or: A Methodical End to the Tragedies of Race | Official Book Trailer (2024)

This is the official trailer for Grayscale, a 2024 horror novel by author Mak Ralston, published under the Haunt Former channel. The story follows a government agent who pursues an extreme and grotesque solution to racism by surgically and chemically transforming diverse subjects into a uniform gray. The trailer pitches the book as a blend of body horror, suspense, and dark social satire. It is available for purchase on Amazon and Kindle.

Haunt Former· 289 views
Who Ya Gon’ Call? HauntTober.
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Other

Who Ya Gon’ Call? HauntTober.

This short video is a promotional channel trailer for Haunt Former's HauntTober 2024 event, inviting viewers to tune in throughout October for Halloween and horror content. The clip plays on the iconic Ghostbusters catchphrase to brand Haunt Former as the go-to destination for all things haunted during the season. At just two minutes, it serves as an enthusiastic call-to-action for fans of Halloween, horror, and haunt culture to subscribe and follow along.

Haunt Former· 605 views
The Substance (2024) Movie REVIEW: The Whackiest, Grossest Body Horror I’ve Seen in a While
9:52
Other

The Substance (2024) Movie REVIEW: The Whackiest, Grossest Body Horror I’ve Seen in a While

Haunt Former reviews The Substance (2024), a body-horror film centered on an aging actress who discovers a mysterious substance that restores her youth. The reviewer highlights the film's extreme and bizarre gross-out elements, drawing loose comparisons to Cronenberg-style body horror. The video is part of Haunt Former's ongoing horror movie review series and runs approximately ten minutes.

Haunt Former· 672 views
“The Harbinger Experiment,” “The Strangest Security Tape…,” “Prayerbot” | Creepypasta Critique
21:16
Other

“The Harbinger Experiment,” “The Strangest Security Tape…,” “Prayerbot” | Creepypasta Critique

Haunt Former returns with a podcast-style triple critique covering three creepypasta stories: 'The Harbinger Experiment,' 'The Strangest Security Tape I've Ever Seen,' and 'Prayerbot.' Each piece is analyzed and discussed through a horror-enthusiast lens, examining what makes the stories effective or lacking. The episode marks the revival of the creator's critique format after a year-long hiatus.

Haunt Former· 700 views
Park Ranger STATION, Perma-BLOOD, Netted WALLS & MORE Haunted Trail UPDATES
13:16
Home Haunts

Park Ranger STATION, Perma-BLOOD, Netted WALLS & MORE Haunted Trail UPDATES

This vlog-style build update follows the creator's first haunted trail, 'Shelter 16,' as it takes shape on a farm location. Progress highlights include the construction of a park ranger station facade, the introduction of a dressed zombie ranger character named George, and early nighttime lighting tests. The creator also shares results from testing Spirit's Perma-Blood product on props and set pieces. It's an honest, behind-the-scenes look at the real-world logistics and creative decisions that go into launching a first-time haunted trail attraction.

Haunt Former· 1,709 views
“CHUCKY” Home Depot 2024 Animatronic UNBOXING, SET-UP, DEMO, & REVIEW
11:26
Prop Reviews

“CHUCKY” Home Depot 2024 Animatronic UNBOXING, SET-UP, DEMO, & REVIEW

Haunt Former unboxes, assembles, and demos the Home Depot 2024 life-size Chucky animatronic prop, offering a full hands-on review for Halloween shoppers. The video walks through everything from pulling the prop out of the box to seeing its servo-driven movements in action. It serves as a practical buying guide for fans of the Child's Play franchise and serious Halloween decorators alike.

Haunt Former· 12,515 views
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Fanta HAUNTED Apple TASTE TEST + REVIEW
8:30
Product Reviews

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Fanta HAUNTED Apple TASTE TEST + REVIEW

The host reviews the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice promotional Fanta green apple soda, a movie tie-in product released alongside the 2024 sequel. The video blends light humor with an honest taste assessment of the limited-edition drink. It sits at the intersection of Halloween pop culture enthusiasm and casual product reviewing rather than haunt craft or construction.

Haunt Former· 2,689 views
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) Movie REVIEW: A Colorful, Black-and-White Striped Mess
19:51
Other

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) Movie REVIEW: A Colorful, Black-and-White Striped Mess

Haunt Former delivers a roughly 20-minute critical review of the 2024 sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, weighing it against the beloved 1988 original. The reviewer's skeptical title — questioning whether the film earns a third name-drop — signals a mixed-to-negative overall verdict. The video sits within the channel's broader horror and Halloween-adjacent content, appealing to fans of genre film discussion.

Haunt Former· 1,464 views
AfrAId (2024) Movie REVIEW: AI is Scary… When It Writes Blumhouse Movies
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Other

AfrAId (2024) Movie REVIEW: AI is Scary… When It Writes Blumhouse Movies

Haunt Former delivers an 11-minute critical review of Blumhouse's 2024 theatrical release Afraid, a horror film centered on the dangers of AI. The reviewer uses the film's shortcomings as the hook for a comedic and pointed critique, suggesting the screenplay itself feels like it could have been AI-generated. While tangentially Halloween-adjacent through its horror-genre framing, this is primarily a film commentary video rather than a haunt or Halloween production tutorial.

Haunt Former· 743 views
HALLOWEEN HUNTING at The Home Depot, Big Lots, & Michaels 2024 | ANIMATRONICS, PROPS, & MORE
13:50
Product Reviews

HALLOWEEN HUNTING at The Home Depot, Big Lots, & Michaels 2024 | ANIMATRONICS, PROPS, & MORE

Haunt Former tours three major retail chains — Home Depot, Big Lots, and Michaels — to scout out their 2024 Halloween prop and animatronic offerings. The video takes a store-by-store approach, giving viewers a firsthand look at what seasonal inventory has hit shelves this year. Characters and creatures spotted include Chucky, werewolves, and zombies among other spooky selections. It serves as a handy seasonal shopping guide for haunters and Halloween enthusiasts looking to see what's available before heading out.

Haunt Former· 3,704 views