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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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406 videos

DOOM HAUNTED ATTRACTION: BRENT WILSON - INTERVIEWS WITH HAUNTING GURUS
38:48
Professional Haunted Attractions

DOOM HAUNTED ATTRACTION: BRENT WILSON - INTERVIEWS WITH HAUNTING GURUS

Hauntcast sits down with Brent Wilson of Planet Doom in this in-depth interview exploring his path from home haunter to professional haunted attraction operator. The conversation covers his experiences, creative philosophy, and the world he has built around the Planet Doom haunt. As part of Hauntcast's Haunting Gurus series, the episode offers candid insight into what it takes to level up in the haunt industry. It serves as both an inspiring story and a practical window into the realities of running a professional attraction.

Hauntcast· 14 views
Horror Review: Hereditary & Terrifier - Shocktails
30:05
Other

Horror Review: Hereditary & Terrifier - Shocktails

Shocktails is a horror movie review segment from the Hauntcast podcast, hosted by JT, who delivers casual commentary on a handful of recent horror films. This episode covers five titles including Hereditary, Terrifier, 4/20 Massacre, Jurassic Dead, and Darkness Reigns. The format is conversational and entertainment-focused, aimed at horror enthusiasts within the haunter community.

Hauntcast· 25 views
Midsummer Scream: Interview w/ David & Claire - Bone Phone
16:12
Other

Midsummer Scream: Interview w/ David & Claire - Bone Phone

Hauntcast's Mistress of Mayhem sits down with David and Claire, key figures behind Midsummer Scream, for a casual interview segment called Bone Phone. The conversation takes place in a relaxed, social setting and offers an inside look at the popular Halloween and haunt convention. This episode is part of Hauntcast's ongoing effort to connect the haunting community with industry personalities and events.

Hauntcast· 9 views
DAVIS GRAVEYARD Revisited: CHRIS & JEFF DAVIS - INTERVIEWS WITH HAUNTING GURUS
1:15:45
Home Haunts

DAVIS GRAVEYARD Revisited: CHRIS & JEFF DAVIS - INTERVIEWS WITH HAUNTING GURUS

Hauntcast sits down with Chris and Jeff Davis, the celebrated duo behind the legendary Davis Graveyard home haunt, for an in-depth interview spanning 76 minutes. The conversation digs into their haunting philosophy, creative process, and the journey that earned them a reputation as royalty in the home haunt community. It serves as both an inspirational listen and a practical resource for haunters at any level looking to elevate their displays.

Hauntcast· 12 views
The Uncanny Valley: Reloaded - Theater of the Mind
12:12
Other

The Uncanny Valley: Reloaded - Theater of the Mind

This Hauntcast episode features host Revenant exploring the concept that grounding a haunt in familiar, everyday normalcy makes the scary elements hit significantly harder. The discussion centers on leveraging the mundane as a deliberate design tool to amplify the uncanny and unsettling. It's a philosophy-driven, theory-focused segment aimed at helping haunters think more intentionally about contrast and pacing in their scenes.

Hauntcast· 46 views
Horror Reviews: Conjuring 2 - Shocktails
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Other

Horror Reviews: Conjuring 2 - Shocktails

This Hauntcast segment features host Johnny reviewing three horror films — Conjuring 2, Baskin, and The Pack — as part of the show's Shocktails recurring feature. Johnny brings a horror-fan perspective aimed at the haunter community, offering his takes on recent scary cinema. The episode has a lighthearted tone, with in-jokes about the host's unfamiliarity with Game of Thrones.

Hauntcast· 24 views
Roto-Casting - Prop Shop
15:59
DIY PropsIntermediate

Roto-Casting - Prop Shop

In this Prop Shop segment from Hauntcast, host Denny walks viewers through the roto-casting process — a technique used to create hollow props by rotating a mold coated with casting material. The tutorial is aimed at haunters looking to expand their prop-building skills with a professional-grade fabrication method. At 16 minutes, it offers a focused, practical introduction to the process without unnecessary filler.

Hauntcast· 18 views
Vintage Macabre Music - Charmed Pot
13:23
Sound Design

Vintage Macabre Music - Charmed Pot

A segment from the Hauntcast podcast in which the host known as the Mistress of Mayhem explores vintage macabre music suited for Halloween and haunted environments. The episode dives into the realm of darkly atmospheric, old-school horror-themed audio. It serves as both an introduction to and appreciation of classic macabre musical styles that can enhance haunt soundscapes.

Hauntcast· 15 views
EVIL TED: TED SMITH - INTERVIEWS WITH HAUNTING GURUS
36:47
Other

EVIL TED: TED SMITH - INTERVIEWS WITH HAUNTING GURUS

Hauntcast sits down with Evil Ted Smith, a veteran Hollywood prop maker and visual effects artist with nearly three decades of film and TV credits spanning major blockbusters and hit series. Now globally recognized for his YouTube tutorials on foam armor and prop construction, Ted shares insights drawn from a career bridging big-budget productions and the DIY community. The conversation explores how professional industry experience translates into accessible techniques for haunters, cosplayers, and prop builders alike.

Hauntcast· 11 views
Halloween Night Bonus for Your Actors & Guests - Something WIcked
16:20
Scare Acting

Halloween Night Bonus for Your Actors & Guests - Something WIcked

In this episode of Hauntcast's Something Wicked segment, host Wick-Ed Gannon explores practical ideas for making Halloween night stand out as a memorable occasion for both haunted attraction guests and the hardworking staff behind the scenes. The discussion covers strategies to elevate the experience on the biggest night of the haunt season, recognizing that both patrons and actors deserve something extra special. It's a reflective, community-focused conversation aimed at haunt operators who want to close out their season on a high note.

Hauntcast· 22 views
What Do You The Haunter Really Offer - Theater of the Mind
12:12
Other

What Do You The Haunter Really Offer - Theater of the Mind

In this podcast-style episode from Hauntcast, host Revenant poses a reflective question to the haunting community: what unique skills, perspectives, and talents do you personally bring to the craft? The segment encourages haunters to take stock of their own abilities, suggesting most people underestimate the value they offer. It's a motivational, introspective piece aimed at pushing haunters to think more intentionally about their contributions to the hobby and industry.

Hauntcast· 34 views
Horror Reviews: The Church - Shocktails
29:56
Other

Horror Reviews: The Church - Shocktails

Shocktails is a horror-review segment from the Hauntcast podcast in which hosts Baker and Thunder work through a broad slate of horror media with JT. The episode covers a mix of films including Hotel Transylvania 3, The Night Eats the World, E-Demon, Animalistic, and The Church, alongside books, novels, and comics. The format is casual and opinionated, delivered in the show's trademark irreverent style.

Hauntcast· 18 views
Hauntcast Idol Contest
4:22
Other

Hauntcast Idol Contest

Hauntcast presents a fun, in-universe promotional video for their Hauntcast Idol contest, hosted by the character Skully O'Toole on a search for the Netherrealm's next great haunting talent. The short clip blends Halloween humor with community engagement, acting as a call-to-action for the haunter audience. At just four minutes, it leans more into entertainment and promotion than instructional content.

Hauntcast· 13 views
Evil Dead 2 Cabin Replica: Steve & Don Doleshal - Bone Phone
20:44
Home Haunts

Evil Dead 2 Cabin Replica: Steve & Don Doleshal - Bone Phone

Steve and Don Doleshal of Jack's Hollow join Hauntcast to discuss their ambitious Evil Dead 2 cabin replica, a detailed recreation of the iconic horror film setting. The project includes signature elements such as a mounted deer head and bleeding walls, and reportedly incorporates pieces sourced from the actual film set. The conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the passion and research that drive high-fidelity horror movie tribute haunts.

Hauntcast· 53 views
Dark Finds from Around the Inter Webs - The Darkest Web
10:19
Other

Dark Finds from Around the Inter Webs - The Darkest Web

The Darkest Web is a recurring Hauntcast segment hosted by Morbid Mariah, who curates and shares her favorite Halloween and horror discoveries from across the internet. Each episode highlights blogs, artists, shows, and decorative finds that cater to the haunting community. It serves as a quick, entertaining roundup for enthusiasts looking to expand their Halloween inspiration sources.

Hauntcast· 25 views
The Creature Double Feature - Show Open HC72
0:42
Other

The Creature Double Feature - Show Open HC72

This short clip is the show open for Hauntcast episode HC72, crafted as a loving parody of the iconic Creature Double Feature TV intro that aired on Boston television in the 1970s. Running just one minute, it sets a nostalgic, retro-horror tone before the main podcast content begins. It captures the campy, classic monster-movie aesthetic that resonates strongly with the haunting community.

Hauntcast· 75 views
Knott's Scary Farm: Interview with John Cooke - Interviews with Haunting Gurus
33:27
Theme Park Halloween Events

Knott's Scary Farm: Interview with John Cooke - Interviews with Haunting Gurus

Hauntcast sits down with John Cooke, known in the haunt community as Johnny Plague, for an in-depth interview covering his personal history with haunting and his professional path through two of Southern California's most iconic Halloween events. The conversation traces his journey from early haunt involvement through his work at Knott's Scary Farm and Queen Mary's Dark Harbor. As part of Hauntcast's Haunting Guru series, the episode offers an insider perspective on what it takes to build a career in the professional haunt industry.

Hauntcast· 42 views
Disease & Plague Scenarios for Your Haunt - Theater of the Mind
9:42
Set Design

Disease & Plague Scenarios for Your Haunt - Theater of the Mind

This Hauntcast episode dives into disease and plague as thematic frameworks for haunted attractions, guiding haunters on how to build compelling, immersive scenarios around these dark concepts. Hosted by the character Revenant, the segment takes a 'Theater of the Mind' approach, encouraging creators to think beyond physical props and lean into psychological horror. The discussion is aimed at haunters of all scales, from backyard setups to full professional attractions. It offers creative inspiration for developing cohesive, story-driven plague and disease environments.

Hauntcast· 11 views
Mutant Long Legged Giant Spider - Mad Props 4 Props
4:04
DIY Props

Mutant Long Legged Giant Spider - Mad Props 4 Props

Hauntcast's 'Mad Props 4 Props' segment spotlights Bob Kowal's impressive mutant long-legged giant spider build, celebrating outstanding community prop work. The short feature highlights the creativity and craftsmanship behind this oversized arachnid Halloween prop. It serves as both recognition of a talented haunter and inspiration for others looking to create large-scale creature props.

Hauntcast· 14 views
Using Christmas Lighting in Your Haunt - Something Wicked
16:06
Lighting TutorialsBeginner

Using Christmas Lighting in Your Haunt - Something Wicked

In this episode of Something Wicked, Hauntcast contributor Wick-Ed Gannon walks through practical ways to incorporate Christmas lighting into haunted attractions and home haunts. The segment offers budget-conscious lighting ideas by leveraging seasonal lights that many haunters likely already own. It covers how repurposed holiday lighting can contribute to eerie, effective atmospheres without a significant investment.

Hauntcast· 12 views
Animatronic Raven from Chicken Props: Jasper Anderson - Black Market
23:49
Prop Reviews

Animatronic Raven from Chicken Props: Jasper Anderson - Black Market

In this Hauntcast 'Black Market' segment, host Baker sits down with Jasper Anderson — the creator behind Chicken Props — to discuss his newly released animatronic Raven prop. The conversation offers an inside look at the design and craftsmanship behind the piece straight from the prop maker himself. At 24 minutes, it functions as a podcast-style interview rather than a step-by-step tutorial, making it an accessible listen for haunters curious about what's new in the animatronic prop market.

Hauntcast· 83 views
DARK HOUR HAUNTED ATTRACTION: ALLEN HOPPS INTERVIEW - INTERVIEW WITH HAUNTING GURUS
1:15:05
Professional Haunted Attractions

DARK HOUR HAUNTED ATTRACTION: ALLEN HOPPS INTERVIEW - INTERVIEW WITH HAUNTING GURUS

Hauntcast sits down with Allen Hopps, prop master and director of Dark Hour Haunted House in Plano, TX, for an in-depth conversation about his career and journey through the haunt industry. As a recognized figure in professional haunting, Hopps shares insights drawn from years of experience running a high-profile attraction. The long-form interview format makes it ideal for anyone looking to learn from one of the field's most respected voices. Fans of haunt history and industry storytelling will find plenty to absorb across the full 75-minute runtime.

Hauntcast· 134 views
Horror Review: IT - Shocktails
40:58
Other

Horror Review: IT - Shocktails

Shocktails is a Hauntcast podcast segment where hosts Chris and JT settle in for a casual, conversational review of the horror film IT. The episode is part of a Halloween party-themed series set at the fictional Last Bar on the Left. Expect informal banter and horror fan commentary rather than haunting tutorials or build content.

Hauntcast· 13 views
The Best Season of the Year - Theater of the Mind
11:18
Other

The Best Season of the Year - Theater of the Mind

In this laid-back 'Theater of the Mind' segment, Hauntcast host Revenant reflects on all the small, personal reasons that make Halloween season the best time of the year. The episode is conversational and contemplative rather than instructional, offering a moment of shared appreciation for haunter culture. It's a short, feel-good listen that celebrates the passion that drives the Halloween community.

Hauntcast· 23 views