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510 videos

CBD1219 Cellar Doors Bang PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

CBD1219 Cellar Doors Bang PoisonProps.com

Poison Props' Cellar Door Bang is a pneumatically driven haunted house prop featuring chained cellar doors that violently slam and rattle, suggesting a monster lurking below. The unit ships as a plug-and-play system complete with pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, and motion sensors. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect for a fully immersive scare. Character heads are interchangeable, allowing operators to customize the creature theme.

POISON PROPS· 13,039 views
DPRZ1218 Drop Panel Rot Zombie PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

DPRZ1218 Drop Panel Rot Zombie PoisonProps.com

The DPRZ1218 from Poison Props is a commercial-grade pneumatic animatronic featuring a decayed wall panel that drops away to reveal a lunging zombie ghoul. The character delivers a multi-motion scare sequence with a forward-lunging torso, side-to-side and up-and-down head movement, and grabbing hands. It ships as a complete plug-and-play package including the character, wall/drop-portrait unit, pneumatics, programmed controller, and motion sensor. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect for a fully immersive presentation.

POISON PROPS· 11,589 views
SCZ1217 Split Coffin Zombie PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

SCZ1217 Split Coffin Zombie PoisonProps.com

The PoisonProps SCZ1217 Split Coffin Zombie is a fully integrated pneumatic animatronic featuring a decaying coffin that bursts open as a zombie lunges forward with multi-axis head movement. The unit ships as a complete plug-and-play package including the character, coffin, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, and a motion sensor. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and a scream effect. It requires only an AC power connection and a compressed air supply to operate.

POISON PROPS· 10,004 views
P1214 Puppetized PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

P1214 Puppetized PoisonProps.com

The P1214 Puppetized is a professional-grade pneumatic animatronic from Poison Props featuring a chained, slumped figure that suddenly lunges forward with full torso, arm, and head movement. Designed as a sideshow-style startle scare, it ships as a plug-and-play unit complete with chains, pneumatics, a programmed controller, and a motion sensor. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect. The prop requires only AC power and a 100 PSI air supply to operate.

POISON PROPS· 47,295 views
CDC1215 Ceiling Dweller Clown PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

CDC1215 Ceiling Dweller Clown PoisonProps.com

The CDC1215 Ceiling Dweller Clown from Poison Props is a commercial-grade pneumatic animatronic designed for haunted attractions and dark rides. When triggered by its included motion sensor, the clown drops from the ceiling and performs multiple head movements for a high-impact startle scare. The unit ships as a plug-and-play package complete with pneumatics and a pre-programmed controller, with an optional audio package available. Mounting hardware is included for straightforward installation.

POISON PROPS· 17,707 views
FGZ1208 Fence Grabber Zombie PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

FGZ1208 Fence Grabber Zombie PoisonProps.com

The FGZ1208 Fence Grabber Zombie from Poison Props is a commercial-grade pneumatic animatronic featuring a zombie character slumped over a fence that suddenly rises, reaches outward, and turns its head for a powerful startle scare. The unit ships as a complete plug-and-play package including the character, fence, pneumatics, programmed controller, and motion sensor. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect. Characters are interchangeable across Poison Props mechanisms, allowing theme flexibility.

POISON PROPS· 15,757 views
IVG1212 IV Grabber PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

IVG1212 IV Grabber PoisonProps.com

The IVG1212 IV Grabber from Poison Props is a commercial pneumatic animatronic designed for haunted attractions and dark rides. The figure portrays a hunched character gripping an IV stand who then rises, twitches, raises an arm, and screams — a classic still-to-life startle scare. It ships complete with the character, pneumatics, a programmed controller, and a motion sensor, with an optional audio package available. Its compact footprint makes it suitable for tight corridor spaces or alcove placements.

POISON PROPS· 25,796 views
WCL1207 Wheelchair Lunger PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

WCL1207 Wheelchair Lunger PoisonProps.com

Poison Props showcases the WCL1207 Wheelchair Lunger, a commercial-grade pneumatic animatronic featuring a legless hospital character seated in a wheelchair. On trigger, the chair rolls forward approximately 48 inches while the character springs upward with multi-directional head movement for a powerful startle scare. The unit ships ready to run with pneumatics, a programmed controller, and a motion sensor included, and an optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect. An interchangeable character system lets haunters swap figures to match different themes.

POISON PROPS· 18,722 views
ZBJ1209 Zombie Barrel Jumper PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

ZBJ1209 Zombie Barrel Jumper PoisonProps.com

The ZBJ1209 Zombie Barrel Jumper from Poison Props is a commercial-grade pneumatic animatronic designed for haunted attractions and dark rides. The zombie figure lurks behind barrels before launching upward to roughly seven and a half feet, with arms raising and its head scanning side to side while emitting a scream. The package ships complete with the character, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, a motion sensor, and a full audio kit including speaker and scream effect. Interchangeable head compatibility allows operators to swap characters across different mechanisms.

POISON PROPS· 9,505 views
DLG1213 Doll Lunge & Grab PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

DLG1213 Doll Lunge & Grab PoisonProps.com

The Poison Props DLG1213 is a full-size creepy doll animatronic that stands motionless until triggered, then executes a dramatic lunge forward, head lift and turn, and reaching grab motion. The scissor-throw mechanism extends approximately 17 inches by default, with multiple throw-length options available to suit different space configurations. The unit ships as a complete plug-and-play system including pneumatics, a programmed controller, and a motion sensor, with an optional audio package for added effect. Its compact rig footprint and ability to be hidden in cutouts or tight spaces make it a versatile startle-scare solution for haunted attractions and dark rides.

POISON PROPS· 18,950 views
HBT1210 Hanging By A Thread PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

HBT1210 Hanging By A Thread PoisonProps.com

Poison Props showcases the HBT1210 'Hanging By A Thread,' a pneumatic zombie animatronic that simulates a dismembered figure suspended by one chained arm. The prop activates to flex its elbow, lift and turn its head, and swing a free arm toward nearby guests — a classic startle-scare design. It ships as a plug-and-play unit complete with the character, chains, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, and a motion sensor. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effects.

POISON PROPS· 12,791 views
NT1211 Nurse Twitcher PoisonProps.com
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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
CCL1206 Clown Chainsaw Lunger PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

CCL1206 Clown Chainsaw Lunger PoisonProps.com

The CCL1206 Clown Chainsaw Lunger from Poison Props is a commercial-grade pneumatic animatronic featuring a psycho clown that mimics sawing a victim in half, then raises the chainsaw overhead while rotating its torso and launching up to five feet toward guests. The prop operates as a fully plug-and-play unit, arriving pre-programmed with a motion sensor, pneumatic hardware, and controller included. Multiple throw distances are available, and an optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect. The character can also be swapped to match different haunt themes.

POISON PROPS· 29,708 views
CBR1201 Coffin Bang n Rise PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

CBR1201 Coffin Bang n Rise PoisonProps.com

The Poison Props CBR1201 Coffin Bang n Rise is a professional-grade pneumatic animatronic prop that lies flat on the ground before violently slamming its lid and rising approximately 35 inches into the air, complete with rattling chains for maximum startle impact. The unit ships as a plug-and-play system, including the coffin, rig, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, and a motion sensor. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect for enhanced atmosphere. It is designed for haunted attractions, dark rides, and serious home haunts requiring 100 PSI air and AC power.

POISON PROPS· 8,314 views
CCD1203 Coffin Corpse Door PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

CCD1203 Coffin Corpse Door PoisonProps.com

This video showcases the CCD1203 Coffin Corpse animatronic from Poison Props, a professional-grade plug-and-play haunt prop. A corpse character lurks inside a coffin until triggered, at which point the door bursts open, the figure lunges forward with an outstretched arm and head that swivels side to side. The complete package includes the character, coffin, pneumatic hardware, a pre-programmed controller, and a motion sensor, with an optional audio package available. It ships freight and requires only an AC power source and a 100 PSI air supply to operate.

POISON PROPS· 7,234 views
UDZ1204 Upside Down Zombie PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

UDZ1204 Upside Down Zombie PoisonProps.com

The UDZ1204 Upside Down Zombie from Poison Props is a plug-and-play pneumatic animatronic featuring a chained, inverted zombie figure that thrusts its torso forward while its arms reach out and its head bobs for a viscerally organic scare effect. The unit ships complete with the character, rig, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, and a motion sensor, making setup straightforward for haunt operators. An optional audio package and metal stand are available as add-ons. With a compact footprint and interchangeable character system, it fits a variety of haunt themes and configurations.

POISON PROPS· 8,444 views
PWH1205 Possessed Wall Hanger PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

PWH1205 Possessed Wall Hanger PoisonProps.com

The Poison Props PWH1205 Possessed Wall Hanger is a commercial-grade pneumatic animatronic featuring a possessed female figure mounted high on the wall who bends backward 90 degrees, moves her arms, and swings her head side to side while screaming directly at patrons. The rig requires zero floor footprint and ships as a near-complete plug-and-play package including the character, pneumatics, a programmed controller, motion sensor, digital audio player, powered speaker, and a scream audio effect. Only compressed air at 100 PSI and an AC power connection are needed to get the prop running. Character heads are interchangeable with other Poison Props mechanisms for added customization.

POISON PROPS· 21,261 views
TDN1145 Torso Drop Nun PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

TDN1145 Torso Drop Nun PoisonProps.com

This video showcases the TDN1145 Torso Drop Nun, a professional pneumatic animatronic prop from Poison Props. The evil nun figure conceals itself above a maze wall, then violently drops down with wildly flailing arms to startle passing patrons. The unit ships as a complete plug-and-play system including the character, pneumatics, a pre-programmed controller, and a motion sensor. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect for a fully immersive scare.

POISON PROPS· 15,768 views
Shake 'N Bake Animated Prop
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Prop Reviews

Shake 'N Bake Animated Prop

FrightProps showcases their Shake 'N Bake animated prop, an air-powered electric chair effect. The short-form video highlights the prop's movement and scare potential in a quick product demonstration. Viewers are directed to the FrightProps website for full specifications and purchasing details.

FrightProps· 8,620 views
CDCF1144 Ceiling Dweller Clown Flyer PoisonProps.com
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Prop Reviews

CDCF1144 Ceiling Dweller Clown Flyer PoisonProps.com

Poison Props showcases their Ceiling Dweller Clown Flyer, a commercial-grade pneumatic animatronic designed for haunted attractions and dark rides. When triggered, the clown drops from its ceiling-mounted position and travels outward roughly 50 inches along a 10-foot track while performing multi-directional head movements. The system ships as a plug-and-play package including the character, pneumatics, a programmed controller, and a motion sensor, with an optional audio bundle available. Installation involves bolting the sliding rig to the ceiling using four quick-link clips.

POISON PROPS· 19,356 views
Clown Lunger Animated Prop
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Prop Reviews

Clown Lunger Animated Prop

FrightProps showcases their Clown Lunger, a pneumatically driven animated Halloween prop designed to deliver a startling lunge scare. The short video highlights the prop's movement and overall creepy clown aesthetic. Viewers are directed to the FrightProps website for full product details and purchasing information.

FrightProps· 2,751 views
Pop Out Leatherface Animated Prop
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Prop Reviews

Pop Out Leatherface Animated Prop

FrightProps showcases their Pop Out Leatherface animated prop, a pneumatically driven figure designed to deliver sudden pop-out scares. The prop features a Leatherface character and is built for haunted house or professional attraction use. This appears to be a product spotlight or demo video directing viewers to the FrightProps website for full specifications and purchasing details.

FrightProps· 897 views
Crazed Hair Puller Animated Prop
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Prop Reviews

Crazed Hair Puller Animated Prop

FrightProps showcases their Crazed Hair Puller, a ready-made animated Halloween prop featuring a psychotic character figure. The prop uses pneumatic action to deliver a dynamic, repeatable scare effect. At just one minute, the video serves as a quick product showcase highlighting the prop's movement and overall creep factor.

FrightProps· 638 views
Dancing Giant Puppet With Strings
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DIY Animatronics

Dancing Giant Puppet With Strings

FrightProps showcases a large-scale animated puppet prop that uses a string-based mechanism to produce a dancing motion. The clip highlights the prop's theatrical, circus-inspired aesthetic and its pneumatically driven movement system. At just one minute, it serves primarily as a product demonstration rather than a step-by-step build guide.

FrightProps· 2,105 views