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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

HORROR Haunted House 2016 Build Day 18 | Halloween Night is Only Hours Away...
4:10
Home Haunts

HORROR Haunted House 2016 Build Day 18 | Halloween Night is Only Hours Away...

This short video marks the final build day of Haunt Former's 2016 home haunt series, offering a preview tour of the completed set just hours before Halloween night. The haunt is themed around the fictional Thurston Theater, a vintage movie house that opened in 1920 and was destroyed by fire in 1952, now allegedly haunted by characters from classic horror films. The video leans heavily on atmospheric storytelling and original lore to establish the setting's identity and mood.

Haunt Former· 1,424 views
Phantom of the Opera Trick or Treat Studios Mask | R.I.P. Reviews
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Prop Reviews

Phantom of the Opera Trick or Treat Studios Mask | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review covers the Trick or Treat Studios Phantom of the Opera mask, modeled after the iconic Lon Chaney interpretation from the classic silent film. The reviewer highlights the mask's strong likeness to Chaney's legendary character design and praises its versatility for haunted house use, Halloween costuming, or display as a collectible. At just four minutes, it offers a quick but focused look at the product's visual appeal and potential applications.

Haunt Former· 3,519 views
"Super Size" Masks | R.I.P. Reviews
4:42
Product Reviews

"Super Size" Masks | R.I.P. Reviews

This lighthearted review episode takes a comedic turn as the host tries on oversized novelty face masks supplied by California Costumes. The segment is part of the channel's ongoing R.I.P. Reviews series and focuses on the funnier, sillier side of Halloween costuming. The reviewer is transparent about having received the products at no cost from the manufacturer.

Haunt Former· 939 views
Top 5 Horror Movies of All Time
4:54
Other

Top 5 Horror Movies of All Time

A Halloween special countdown video in which the creator ranks their personal top 5 horror movies of all time, drawing from multiple subgenres including ghost stories, zombie films, and classic horror. The list reflects the creator's own opinions rather than a definitive critical consensus. Viewers are invited to share their own favorites in the comments. While the channel focuses broadly on Halloween content, this particular video is a film discussion rather than a build, tutorial, or haunt walkthrough.

Haunt Former· 430 views
BEST OF Halloween 2016
4:24
Prop Reviews

BEST OF Halloween 2016

A year-end Halloween highlight reel from the Haunt Former channel, showcasing standout props and animatronics from the 2016 Halloween season. The video draws from footage captured during store walkthroughs throughout the year, spotlighting the best products the season had to offer. Viewers are directed to the full 2016 store walkthrough playlist for products that didn't make the cut due to limited footage.

Haunt Former· 1,407 views
HORROR Haunted House 2016 Build Day 17 | Let's Tour the Theater...So Far...
2:32
Home Haunts

HORROR Haunted House 2016 Build Day 17 | Let's Tour the Theater...So Far...

On build day 17 of his 2016 home haunt project, Haunt Former walks viewers through the current layout of his horror-themed attraction set inside the fictional Thurston Theater. The backstory frames the theater as a 1920s cinema that burned down on Halloween night 1952 and remains haunted by characters from classic horror films. This short tour video gives fans an early look at how the themed space is taking shape before the haunt opens.

Haunt Former· 1,068 views
Ravenous Rabbit/Nightmare Hare Animotion Masks | R.I.P. Reviews
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Prop Reviews

Ravenous Rabbit/Nightmare Hare Animotion Masks | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review showcases two animotion rabbit masks — a purple and a white variant — from California Costumes, available through Spirit Halloween. The masks blend a deceptively cute aesthetic with a genuinely unsettling, nightmarish character design. The reviewer highlights their potential as effective costume or haunt props for Halloween events and haunted houses.

Haunt Former· 93,813 views
Boo Berry, Count Chocula, and Franken Berry | R.I.P. Reviews
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Product Reviews

Boo Berry, Count Chocula, and Franken Berry | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review segment covers the three classic General Mills monster cereals — Boo Berry, Count Chocula, and Franken Berry — as Halloween-themed seasonal treats. The host gives a lighthearted take on these beloved spooky snacks, celebrating their fun monster branding and seasonal appeal. Links to purchase all three individually or as a bundle are provided in the description.

Haunt Former· 702 views
HORROR Haunted House 2016 Build Day 16 | Let's All Go to the Lobby...
7:34
Home Haunts

HORROR Haunted House 2016 Build Day 16 | Let's All Go to the Lobby...

This episode marks the official start of active construction on the HORROR Haunted House 2016, a home haunt built around the fictional Thurston Theater — a vintage cinema that burned down on Halloween night in 1952 and remains haunted by characters from classic horror films. The video blends storytelling with behind-the-scenes build footage, establishing the lore and atmosphere of the attraction. It is part of an ongoing build-diary series documenting the haunt's progress from preparation through completion.

Haunt Former· 1,716 views
Live Wires | R.I.P. Reviews
3:53
Prop Reviews

Live Wires | R.I.P. Reviews

Haunt Former reviews the Live Wires decoration from Spirit Halloween, a prop designed to add an electrical spark effect to Halloween displays. The short review covers the prop's visual appeal and its potential to enhance creepy or industrial-themed setups. It serves as a quick buying guide for haunters looking to add some electrifying flair to their scenes.

Haunt Former· 2,584 views
Night of the Living Dead (1968) | R.I.P. Reviews
6:06
Other

Night of the Living Dead (1968) | R.I.P. Reviews

Jared from Haunt Former revisits the 1968 horror classic Night of the Living Dead as part of the channel's R.I.P. Reviews series, offering his personal take on a film he considers his all-time favorite. The review is framed within a Halloween-enthusiast context, sitting alongside the channel's haunt builds and prop content. At just six minutes, it's a concise, fan-perspective breakdown rather than an in-depth critical analysis.

Haunt Former· 284 views
Shattered Doll Ripper Mask | R.I.P. Reviews
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Prop Reviews

Shattered Doll Ripper Mask | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review segment from the R.I.P. Reviews series takes a close look at the Shattered Doll Ripper mask, a creepy doll-themed Halloween costume mask available through Spirit Halloween and made by California Costumes. The video leans into the unsettling aesthetic of broken dolls to highlight the mask's scare potential. At just five minutes, it serves as a quick buying guide for shoppers seeking a standout horror mask.

Haunt Former· 8,251 views
High-Voltage Electric Box | R.I.P. Reviews
3:35
Prop Reviews

High-Voltage Electric Box | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review from Haunt Former takes a close look at a commercially available High-Voltage Electric Box animatronic prop sold through Home Depot. The prop features animated moving wires, built-in lighting, and sound effects designed to add an electrifying atmosphere to any Halloween display. The reviewer notes that the box also projects light onto the surrounding wall when mounted, enhancing its environmental effect. Despite the wires being partially out of frame during filming, the reviewer conveys enthusiasm for the prop's overall impact.

Haunt Former· 7,879 views
Unboxing the October 2016 "Horror" Themed Loot Crate!
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Product Reviews

Unboxing the October 2016 "Horror" Themed Loot Crate!

This video follows a Halloween enthusiast as they unbox the October 2016 horror-themed Loot Crate subscription box. The creator walks viewers through each item included in the monthly mystery package. It offers a lighthearted look at curated horror collectibles and merchandise aimed at Halloween fans.

Haunt Former· 532 views
Floating Ghost Girl VS Lunging Pumpkin Carving Girl | Which Prop Is Better?
0:46
Prop Reviews

Floating Ghost Girl VS Lunging Pumpkin Carving Girl | Which Prop Is Better?

This short-format video from Haunt Former pits two Halloween props against each other — a Floating Ghost Girl and a Lunging Pumpkin Carving Girl — in an audience-driven comparison series. Viewers are invited to cast their vote in the comments to decide which prop comes out on top. The episode is part of an ongoing 'Which Prop Is Better?' series on the channel.

Haunt Former· 505,563 views
Howling Werewolf VS Haunted Chained Ghost | Which Prop Is Better?
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Prop Reviews

Howling Werewolf VS Haunted Chained Ghost | Which Prop Is Better?

This short video from Haunt Former pits two Halloween props against each other — a Howling Werewolf and a Haunted Chained Ghost — in a viewer-vote showdown. Part of the channel's ongoing 'Which Prop Is Better?' series, it invites the Halloween community to weigh in via comments. The format is quick and engagement-driven rather than a detailed technical review.

Haunt Former· 8,930 views
Mourning Gory VS Boogie Man | Which Prop Is Better?
0:46
Prop Reviews

Mourning Gory VS Boogie Man | Which Prop Is Better?

Haunt Former pits two Halloween props — Mourning Gory and Boogie Man — against each other in a short head-to-head showdown format. The video is part of an ongoing series where viewers decide the winner by leaving a comment vote. At just one minute, it's a quick, community-driven format designed to spark engagement among Halloween prop enthusiasts.

Haunt Former· 37,989 views
Krampus Gingerbread Man Halloween Prop Build
3:01
DIY PropsIntermediate

Krampus Gingerbread Man Halloween Prop Build

This short prop build video guides viewers through sculpting a clay creature inspired by the gingerbread man characters from the 2015 horror film Krampus. The build blends festive holiday imagery with dark, haunt-ready aesthetics for a unique seasonal prop. At just three minutes, it offers a focused look at the creator's process without extensive step-by-step instruction.

Haunt Former· 20,747 views
Battle Troll Big Mouth Mask | R.I.P. Reviews
3:06
Prop Reviews

Battle Troll Big Mouth Mask | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review from the R.I.P. Reviews series takes a close look at the Battle Troll Big Mouth Mask, part of California Costumes' 2016 Big Mouth mask line. The host walks viewers through the mask's design and overall appearance, giving Halloween enthusiasts a quick sense of what to expect before purchasing. At just three minutes, it delivers a focused, no-frills product evaluation aimed at costume shoppers and haunters scouting new mask options for the season.

Haunt Former· 9,594 views
Psycho Lantern Big Mouth Mask | R.I.P. Reviews
3:03
Prop Reviews

Psycho Lantern Big Mouth Mask | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review spotlights the Psycho Lantern Big Mouth Mask, part of California Costumes' 2016 Big Mouth mask line. The host gives viewers a close look at the mask's design, which features an exaggerated jack-o-lantern aesthetic. At under three minutes, the video is a focused product showcase aimed at Halloween shoppers evaluating costume options for that season.

Haunt Former· 14,957 views
Killa Gorilla Big Mouth Mask | R.I.P. Reviews
2:55
Prop Reviews

Killa Gorilla Big Mouth Mask | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review takes a close look at the Killa Gorilla Big Mouth Mask, part of California Costumes' Big Mouth mask line introduced for 2016. The host walks viewers through the mask's design and overall look as a wearable Halloween costume piece. The review is part of the channel's ongoing R.I.P. Reviews series dedicated to evaluating Halloween masks and props.

Haunt Former· 11,362 views
Lunar Psycho Wolf Big Mouth Mask | R.I.P. Reviews
3:50
Prop Reviews

Lunar Psycho Wolf Big Mouth Mask | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review spotlights the Lunar Psycho Wolf entry in California Costumes' 2016 Big Mouth mask line. The host examines the mask's werewolf-themed design and overall presentation as part of the ongoing R.I.P. Reviews series. The video serves as a buying-guide style look at a retail Halloween costume accessory ahead of the 2016 season.

Haunt Former· 16,623 views
Halloween (1978) | R.I.P. Reviews
3:00
Other

Halloween (1978) | R.I.P. Reviews

A short horror movie review segment wrapping up a dedicated 'Horror Week' on the Haunt Former channel, focusing on John Carpenter's iconic 1978 slasher film Halloween. The review touches on what makes Michael Myers a compelling and frightening villain, including his apparent lack of morality. At under three minutes, it offers a quick, opinionated take rather than an in-depth critical analysis.

Haunt Former· 655 views
Scream (1996) | R.I.P. Reviews
2:26
Other

Scream (1996) | R.I.P. Reviews

A short opinion-style review of the 1996 slasher classic Scream, presented as part of the creator's R.I.P. Reviews series on the Haunt Former channel. The reviewer shares personal thoughts on the film within a Halloween-enthusiast context. A link to a faith-based moral review is also referenced for viewers interested in that perspective.

Haunt Former· 461 views