Halloween Universe

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The Halloween Video Library

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.

16997 videos

Painting Halloween Props - Ed Edmunds Daily Workout
4:43
Professional Haunted Attractions

Painting Halloween Props - Ed Edmunds Daily Workout

Ed Edmunds, the founder of Distortions Unlimited, gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at how large batches of Halloween haunt props are painted and prepared for commercial shipment. The video showcases the physical and repetitive nature of production-scale prop finishing, which Ed humorously frames as his daily workout. It offers a rare glimpse into the professional manufacturing pipeline that supplies haunted attractions across the country.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,548 views
CHILD'S PLAY Remake in the Works | Chucky Video Game?! | VICTOR CROWLEY VHS Release | Slash 'N Cast
26:11
Other

CHILD'S PLAY Remake in the Works | Chucky Video Game?! | VICTOR CROWLEY VHS Release | Slash 'N Cast

Slash 'N Cast delivers a horror news roundup covering topics such as a reported Child's Play remake in development, a Chucky video game possibility, and the limited-edition Victor Crowley VHS collectible release. The hosts also touch on Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights lineup featuring Chucky and Killer Klowns from Outer Space, plus updates on Friday the 13th, The Predator, and other genre properties. Additional buzz includes Scream Factory steelbook announcements and a fan-made shot-for-shot Halloween recreation. The episode serves as a broad catch-up on horror entertainment news circa mid-2018.

Slash 'N Cast· 9,496 views
Turn Back Now | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2018
2:54
Prop Reviews

Turn Back Now | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2018

This short teaser video previews Spirit Halloween's 2018 'Turn Back Now' animatronic prop as part of the creator's Spirit Sneak Peeks series. The clip hints at a rocking motion as a key feature of the prop, building anticipation ahead of the full reveal. It is one of several sneak peek installments the channel produced covering Spirit Halloween's seasonal lineup that year.

Haunt Former· 2,443 views
Creepy Horror Doll Prop Challenge and Shopping Haul Vlog
11:33
DIY Props

Creepy Horror Doll Prop Challenge and Shopping Haul Vlog

Monster Tutorials host Eduardo launches the July 2018 Creepy Doll Challenge, inviting the community to create their own horror-themed doll props. The video doubles as a shopping haul vlog, showcasing doll-related finds that could inspire entries. Full contest rules are hosted in the Monster Tutorials Facebook group rather than the video description. The tone is enthusiastic and community-focused, emphasizing fun and creative expression over strict instruction.

Monster Tutorials· 18,070 views
Milling Foam Tombstone Epitaphs & Signs with CNC Router Pt 2
12:28
DIY PropsIntermediate

Milling Foam Tombstone Epitaphs & Signs with CNC Router Pt 2

This second installment in a foam tombstone milling series focuses on the software side of CNC fabrication, walking viewers through setting up speeds and feeds in Carbide Create for cutting foam. The workflow culminates in exporting ready-to-run g-code for the Shapeoko 3 router. It is aimed at haunters looking to produce professional-looking tombstone epitaphs, plaques, and signs using digital tooling.

Hauntcast· 363 views
Milling Foam Tombstones Epitaphs & Signs with CNC Pt 1
9:31
DIY PropsIntermediate

Milling Foam Tombstones Epitaphs & Signs with CNC Pt 1

This first installment of a multi-part series covers the digital design phase of creating CNC-milled foam tombstones and signs for haunted attractions. The focus is on building out epitaphs and layouts in Adobe Illustrator before sending artwork to the Shapeoko 3 CNC router. Mastering the vector design step is presented as the critical foundation for clean, repeatable results in the physical milling stage that follows.

Hauntcast· 234 views
🔴 LIVE SCREAM | A Peek into Halloween... (Part 2)
1:09:32
Other

🔴 LIVE SCREAM | A Peek into Halloween... (Part 2)

This is a live-stream broadcast from Haunt Former — part two of an ongoing "Live Scream" series dedicated to all things Halloween. The session offers viewers a casual, community-focused peek into the creator's Halloween world, touching on haunting, prop work, and seasonal passion. Sponsored by several Halloween industry names, the stream draws on a broad range of atmospheric music and stock visuals to set the mood. Specific content details are limited given the live-format nature of the video.

Haunt Former· 1,146 views
BECOMING AN ANDROID (Nightmare video, read comments)
10:10
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

BECOMING AN ANDROID (Nightmare video, read comments)

This tutorial walks through a full android character transformation inspired by the video game Detroit: Become Human, using a bald cap, cream makeups, and body paint to achieve a pale, mechanical aesthetic. The creator applies and blends multiple cream and paint products to build up a convincing synthetic-skin look. A wig is incorporated to complete the character likeness. The video is described as a nightmare shoot, so viewers are directed to the comments for additional context.

Madeyewlook· 781,109 views
🔴 LIVE SCREAM | A Peek into Halloween...
15:02
Other

🔴 LIVE SCREAM | A Peek into Halloween...

This is a live stream episode from Haunt Former's 'Live Scream' series, offering a casual peek into the Halloween haunt world. The channel covers a broad range of Halloween content including prop builds, haunted house walkthroughs, haunt stories, and reviews. With sponsors from recognizable Halloween brands and a dedicated community following, the channel serves as a hub for year-round Halloween enthusiasts. The short runtime suggests this particular stream is either a highlight clip or a brief community check-in segment.

Haunt Former· 756 views
July Book Club | 2 Book Options
6:14
Other

July Book Club | 2 Book Options

A book club host presents two reading options for July, letting her audience vote on which title the group will read together. The first pick is a psychological thriller set at a summer camp with a dark mystery at its core, while the second is a darker, emotionally resonant fantasy about grief and a monstrous visitor. Voting takes place via Twitter, with the winning selection announced shortly after on social media.

Jade The Libra· 5,344 views
Pumpkin Patch Prowler | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2018
4:49
Prop Reviews

Pumpkin Patch Prowler | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2018

Haunt Former previews the Pumpkin Patch Prowler, an animatronic Halloween prop available from Spirit Halloween as part of their 2018 product lineup. The video is a short sneak-peek showcase giving haunters an early look at the prop's design and movement before the season begins. It is part of a broader Spirit Sneak Peeks 2018 series covering new retail offerings for the year.

Haunt Former· 7,447 views
Them! (1954) | R.I.P. Reviews
6:34
Other

Them! (1954) | R.I.P. Reviews

Haunt Former's R.I.P. Reviews series turns its attention to the 1954 sci-fi horror classic 'Them!', a film featuring radiation-mutated giant ants that became one of the defining creature features of the decade. The review offers a Halloween-flavored retrospective on the film's legacy and its place in monster-movie history. At just seven minutes, it serves as a punchy, opinionated take aimed at horror enthusiasts with an appreciation for vintage scares.

Haunt Former· 2,757 views
The ULTIMATE "SCREAM" Fan Experience! | Scream Comes Home Kickstarter | News Flash
1:49
Other

The ULTIMATE "SCREAM" Fan Experience! | Scream Comes Home Kickstarter | News Flash

This short news flash from Slash 'N Cast spotlights the 'Scream Comes Home' Kickstarter campaign, pitching it as the ultimate fan experience for devotees of the Scream franchise. The video serves primarily as an awareness and promotion piece rather than a tutorial or walkthrough. At under two minutes, it functions as a quick update for horror fans following crowdfunded genre projects.

Slash 'N Cast· 4,526 views
Spider Web Decor “Tutorial” | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2018
3:42
Product Reviews

Spider Web Decor “Tutorial” | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2018

Haunt Former reacts to and critiques a Spirit Halloween 2018 promotional video that presents itself as a spider web decor tutorial. The quotation marks around 'tutorial' in the title signal a skeptical, tongue-in-cheek take on how Spirit frames basic decorating content as instructional. The video is part of the creator's broader Spirit Sneak Peeks 2018 series covering the retailer's seasonal offerings.

Haunt Former· 2,839 views
Shop Hang Out Night!
2:58:09
Home Haunts

Shop Hang Out Night!

This is a lengthy informal hangout session filmed live from the Stiltbeast Studios workshop, hosted by Allen Hopps. The relaxed format invites viewers into the day-to-day atmosphere of a working haunt prop studio. With nearly three hours of runtime, it likely blends casual conversation, shop activity, and community interaction rather than structured instruction.

StiltbeastStudios· 606 views
13X Studios Jason Voorhees (Part 8) MASK UNBOXING
6:49
Prop Reviews

13X Studios Jason Voorhees (Part 8) MASK UNBOXING

Haunt Former unboxes a Jason Voorhees Part 8 hockey mask from specialty prop maker 13X Studios, offering a close-up look at the piece ahead of a Friday the 13th release. The video gives horror fans and collectors a detailed first impression of the mask's craftsmanship and presentation. It serves as a quick reference for anyone considering a purchase from 13X Studios.

Haunt Former· 8,929 views
Southeast Halloween Enthusiasts Conventions
0:34
Other

Southeast Halloween Enthusiasts Conventions

A brief promotional spot from Hauntcast highlighting the Southeast Halloween Enthusiasts Convention (SEHEC), held over two days in Ocala, Florida. The clip serves as a community announcement directed at haunters and Halloween industry enthusiasts. Given its short runtime, it functions more as an event teaser or advertisement than an instructional video.

Hauntcast· 94 views
RANKING the “Purge” Movies
8:35
Other

RANKING the “Purge” Movies

A Halloween-adjacent creator ranks all four films in The Purge horror/action franchise, timed to coincide with the release of The First Purge on Independence Day. The video offers a personal ranking and commentary on each installment in the series. While the channel focuses primarily on haunting and Halloween content, this episode is a straightforward film opinion piece rather than a how-to or haunt-related video.

Haunt Former· 1,080 views
The First Purge (2018) | R.I.P. Reviews
6:49
Other

The First Purge (2018) | R.I.P. Reviews

This episode of the R.I.P. Reviews series from the Haunt Former channel takes a look at The First Purge (2018), the franchise prequel entry in the Purge horror-action series. The host evaluates how the film measures up against its predecessors in terms of story, tone, and overall quality. At roughly seven minutes, it delivers a concise opinion-based breakdown aimed at horror fans curious whether the installment is worth their time.

Haunt Former· 957 views
Shake 'N Bake Electric Chair Extreme Animatronic Prop
0:32
Prop Reviews

Shake 'N Bake Electric Chair Extreme Animatronic Prop

Distortions Unlimited showcases their 'Shake N Bake' electric chair animatronic, a high-intensity prop built for professional haunted attractions and Halloween events. The prop is designed for durability and maximum scare impact, featuring violent, convincing movement to simulate an electrocution scene. This short showcase clip highlights the prop's performance and overall frightening effect.

DistortionsUnlimited· 97,263 views
TURNING OURSELVES INTO BATS!!!
17:38
Makeup Tutorials

TURNING OURSELVES INTO BATS!!!

A lighthearted Halloween lifestyle video in which the creator and a friend attempt bat-inspired makeup looks while chatting about their favorite conspiracy theories. The host candidly admits her own attempt doesn't go as planned, while her friend pulls off an impressive result. The video has a casual, fun vibe aimed at fans of cute and spooky Halloween aesthetics. A reference to an external bat makeup tutorial is discussed for additional inspiration.

Halloween Happy· 1,723 views
NEW PATCH! | Major Bug Fixes | Friday the 13th: The Game
2:07
Other

NEW PATCH! | Major Bug Fixes | Friday the 13th: The Game

This short video covers a new patch release for Friday the 13th: The Game, directing viewers to the official patch notes for details on major bug fixes and updates. The channel, Slash 'N Cast, presents a brief overview aimed at fans of the horror survival game. At under two minutes, it serves primarily as a community news update rather than a tutorial or walkthrough. A sponsor segment for a wallet brand is also included.

Slash 'N Cast· 20,535 views
Simple Air Blast Kit
10:46
PneumaticsBeginner

Simple Air Blast Kit

FrightProps walks through their Simple Air Blast Kit, a ready-to-use pneumatic solution designed to deliver a sudden burst of air as a scare effect. The kit is aimed at haunters who want to add a quick, startling element to an existing prop or haunt scene without complex pneumatic setups. The video likely covers setup, installation, and basic operation of the kit.

FrightProps· 10,557 views
My Funko Pop! Horror/Halloween Collection (July 2018)
12:12
Other

My Funko Pop! Horror/Halloween Collection (July 2018)

The creator walks viewers through their personal collection of Halloween and horror-themed Funko Pop! vinyl figures as it stood in July 2018. The video showcases a range of iconic horror characters rendered in the recognizable Funko Pop! style. A note is made that the collection may have expanded since filming, with future update videos promised on the channel.

Haunt Former· 42,225 views