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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.

16883 videos

Halloween Haven 2015: Into the Shadows (Part 1)
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Product Reviews

Halloween Haven 2015: Into the Shadows (Part 1)

Haunt Former takes viewers through Grandin Road's Halloween Haven 2015 collection, showcasing a wide variety of Halloween props and decorations available for the season. The video serves as a visual tour of the lineup, highlighting unique and eye-catching pieces from the retailer's catalog. As Part 1 of a series, it gives Halloween enthusiasts an early look at what's available before they commit to a purchase.

Haunt Former· 5,169 views
Funko Pop! Frankenstein Unboxing and Review | R.I.P. Reviews
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Product Reviews

Funko Pop! Frankenstein Unboxing and Review | R.I.P. Reviews

This short-form review takes a close look at the Funko Pop! vinyl figure of Frankenstein's Monster, part of the iconic Universal Monsters lineup. The host walks viewers through the figure's stylized design and its appeal to both horror enthusiasts and fans of the classic film. It sits within the channel's ongoing R.I.P. Reviews series, which focuses on Halloween-themed collectibles and products.

Haunt Former· 901 views
Spirit Halloween Pre-Season Clearance SALE 2015
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Product Reviews

Spirit Halloween Pre-Season Clearance SALE 2015

This video from Haunt Former covers a pre-season clearance sale at Spirit Halloween in 2015, encouraging viewers to check out discounted Halloween merchandise. The channel focuses broadly on all things Halloween, including prop builds, haunted house walkthroughs, and store tours. Given the minimal source description, the specific content of this video is difficult to determine beyond its promotional shopping focus.

Haunt Former· 539 views
Funko Pop! Metaluna Mutant Unboxing and Review | R.I.P. Reviews
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Product Reviews

Funko Pop! Metaluna Mutant Unboxing and Review | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review covers the Funko Pop! Metaluna Mutant vinyl figure, a collectible inspired by the classic sci-fi horror film This Island Earth and popularized further by Mystery Science Theater 3000. The host unboxes and examines the figure as part of their ongoing R.I.P. Reviews series on Halloween collectibles and props. It offers a quick look at the figure's design and appeal for fans of retro monster culture.

Haunt Former· 645 views
Funko Pop! The Mummy Unboxing and Review | R.I.P. Reviews
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Product Reviews

Funko Pop! The Mummy Unboxing and Review | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review covers the Funko Pop! vinyl figure of Imhotep the Mummy, inspired by Boris Karloff's iconic Universal Monsters portrayal. The host unboxes the collectible and shares impressions on its design and appeal for classic horror fans. It sits within the channel's ongoing R.I.P. Reviews series dedicated to Halloween-themed products and collectibles.

Haunt Former· 897 views
Prop painting techniques
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DIY PropsBeginner

Prop painting techniques

StiltbeastStudios walks through two foundational prop-painting techniques — dry brushing and antiquing — that the creator relies on across nearly every prop build. The tutorial is positioned as a core skill video, making it an essential starting point for anyone entering prop fabrication. Together these methods create convincing aged, weathered, and eerie surface finishes that elevate haunt-quality props.

StiltbeastStudios· 44,957 views
Orange is the New Black Makeup Tutorial (Painted Clothes Also!)
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Makeup TutorialsAdvanced

Orange is the New Black Makeup Tutorial (Painted Clothes Also!)

Makeup artist Alexys Fleming transforms herself into Alex Vause from Orange is the New Black using face and body paint — including a fully painted-on prison outfit and tattoos rather than actual clothing. The look draws on her own natural resemblance to actress Laura Prepon and showcases advanced body-painting and illusion techniques. A range of professional and drugstore products are used together to achieve the complete character effect.

Madeyewlook· 917,811 views
Cerberus 3-Headed Dog | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2015
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Prop Reviews

Cerberus 3-Headed Dog | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2015

This short video offers a first look at Spirit Halloween's Cerberus 3-Headed Dog prop as part of the retailer's 2015 Sneak Peek series. The clip gives Halloween enthusiasts an early glimpse at one of the season's upcoming retail offerings before it hit store shelves. It is part of a broader series where new Spirit Halloween products were revealed one by one to build anticipation.

Haunt Former· 2,759 views
Funko Pop! The Creature from the Black Lagoon Unboxing and Review | R.I.P. Reviews
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Product Reviews

Funko Pop! The Creature from the Black Lagoon Unboxing and Review | R.I.P. Reviews

This video is an unboxing and review of the Funko Pop! Creature from the Black Lagoon vinyl figure, part of Funko's Universal Monsters lineup. The host examines the stylized collectible figure and shares his impressions for fans of classic horror monsters. At just under seven minutes, it offers a quick but enthusiastic look at the product for collectors and Halloween enthusiasts alike.

Haunt Former· 1,029 views
Five Nights at Freddy's 4 Trailer Review | R.I.P. Reviews
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Other

Five Nights at Freddy's 4 Trailer Review | R.I.P. Reviews

Haunt Former reacts to and reviews the newly released Five Nights at Freddy's 4 trailer as part of his R.I.P. Reviews series. The video offers commentary on the latest installment of the popular animatronic horror game franchise. While not a hands-on Halloween build or tutorial, it reflects the haunt community's interest in horror game aesthetics and jump-scare design.

Haunt Former· 1,475 views
Want a Spooky SHOUTOUT? Watch to Find out HOW!
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Other

Want a Spooky SHOUTOUT? Watch to Find out HOW!

This short video from Haunt Former is a community engagement piece inviting viewers to participate in a Halloween-themed shoutout segment. The creator outlines steps viewers need to follow in order to be featured. It serves as a channel promotion and audience-building tool rather than a tutorial or build video. Haunt Former's broader content spans prop builds, haunted house walkthroughs, and Halloween store reviews.

Haunt Former· 441 views
Urban Legends Haunt Build 2015 | Fake Blood Painting
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DIY PropsBeginner

Urban Legends Haunt Build 2015 | Fake Blood Painting

Haunt Former documents a quick prop-painting step for the Urban Legends haunted attraction in Thurston Groves, Florida, applying red spray paint to new props to achieve a bloody, gory look. A freshly ordered creepy doll is among the pieces receiving the treatment. The short clip offers a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes build process for this professional haunt whose theme draws on terrifying urban legends from around the world.

Haunt Former· 850 views
Urban Legends Haunt Build 2015 | Shopping at IKEA
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Professional Haunted Attractions

Urban Legends Haunt Build 2015 | Shopping at IKEA

This short video follows the creator behind Urban Legends, a Florida-based professional haunted attraction, on a sourcing trip to IKEA in search of home décor pieces that fit the haunt's worldwide urban legends theme. It highlights the creative strategy of finding usable set-dressing materials in unexpected mainstream retail environments. The channel documents the full 2015 build season for this attraction, offering an inside look at the planning and sourcing process behind a themed professional haunt.

Haunt Former· 899 views
Swinging Skeleton Boy | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2015
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Prop Reviews

Swinging Skeleton Boy | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2015

This short video offers a sneak peek at Spirit Halloween's 2015 Swinging Skeleton Boy prop, showcasing it as a new release available for purchase. The clip is part of a series of pre-season product reveals under the Spirit Sneak Peeks campaign. At just two minutes, it functions primarily as a product spotlight rather than a hands-on review or tutorial.

Haunt Former· 31,099 views
Heatless Summer Hairstyles | Messy Bun & Milkmaid Braid Tutorial
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Other

Heatless Summer Hairstyles | Messy Bun & Milkmaid Braid Tutorial

This video is a general beauty and hairstyle tutorial focused on heatless summer looks, specifically a messy bun and milkmaid braid. It has no connection to Halloween, haunted attractions, costumes, props, or any related subject matter. It falls entirely outside the scope of the Halloween Universe library.

Jade The Libra· 63,088 views
The Return of the Halloween Animatronics (Haunt Former's Picks)
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Prop Reviews

The Return of the Halloween Animatronics (Haunt Former's Picks)

Haunt Former spotlights a curated selection of older Spirit Halloween animatronics making a comeback for the 2015 season, celebrating the enduring appeal of tried-and-true spooky props. The video arrives alongside early sneak peeks of the season's new offerings, giving fans a look at what returning favorites they can expect to find in stores. It serves as a quick, enthusiastic guide for collectors and haunters who keep an eye on Spirit Halloween's annual lineup.

Haunt Former· 84,299 views
Animated Crawling Zombie
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Prop Reviews

Animated Crawling Zombie

FrightProps showcases their animated crawling zombie prop, a compact battery-powered decoration that physically crawls forward to startle guests. The prop features glowing red eyes for added atmosphere and is sized to work on floors, shelves, or haunt pathways. This short showcase clip is backed by spooky Halloween music from FrightProps' own Necrophobia Vol 1 sound library.

FrightProps· 13,710 views
Jaws (1975) Movie Review (Shark Week Special) | R.I.P. Reviews
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Other

Jaws (1975) Movie Review (Shark Week Special) | R.I.P. Reviews

Haunt Former revisits the 1975 Steven Spielberg classic Jaws as part of a Shark Week-themed episode of the R.I.P. Reviews series. The short-form review celebrates the film's anniversary and invites audience discussion. While the channel focuses primarily on Halloween content, this entry is a horror-adjacent film review rather than a haunt or DIY segment.

Haunt Former· 610 views
Michaels Fall and Harvest 2015
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Halloween Decorating

Michaels Fall and Harvest 2015

A brief walkthrough of Michaels arts and crafts store showcasing the early fall and harvest seasonal merchandise on shelves before the dedicated Halloween section arrives. The video highlights autumnal décor items such as pumpkins, owls, bows, and florals aimed at getting viewers into the seasonal spirit. At just one minute, it serves as a quick preview of what shoppers can expect to find in stores during the early fall transition period.

Haunt Former· 1,138 views
How to Make a Haunted Moving Painting
11:42
DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Make a Haunted Moving Painting

FrightProps demonstrates how to build a haunted moving painting prop using a triggered HD video player paired with pre-made portrait video content. The build centers on a BrightSign-based video player and an optional PicoBoo JR controller, which adds the ability to also fire lights or pneumatic effects in sync. The PicoBoo JR is presented as an optional enhancement rather than a strict requirement, making the project accessible at different complexity levels.

FrightProps· 106,685 views
Haunted Moving Painting
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Prop Reviews

Haunted Moving Painting

FrightProps showcases their premium Haunted Moving Painting prop, a fully assembled unit that displays animated portrait videos on an HD panel housed in a handmade frame. The prop pairs an HD triggerable video player with a PicoBoo JR controller and a choice of trigger, making it ready to deploy out of the box. Sample footage is drawn from the Unliving Portraits DVD series, which is sold separately due to licensing restrictions. The video gives haunters a clear look at the illusion effect and the hardware that drives it.

FrightProps· 617,129 views
Using Triggerable Digital Video Software to Create a Changing Portrait Illusion
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Projection EffectsIntermediate

Using Triggerable Digital Video Software to Create a Changing Portrait Illusion

This FrightProps tutorial walks through using BrightAuthor software paired with a triggerable HD video player to produce a haunted changing-portrait illusion. The effect transitions smoothly from a calm, static-looking portrait to an animated scare sequence using footage from AtmosFX's Unliving Portrait collection. At just six minutes, the video is a focused, practical guide to setting up the software side of the effect. It's an accessible entry point for haunters wanting to add a high-impact visual illusion without complex physical builds.

FrightProps· 11,405 views
www.monstertutorials.com - Paper Mache Devil Mask
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DIY PropsIntermediate$5–$15

www.monstertutorials.com - Paper Mache Devil Mask

This time-lapse tutorial demonstrates how to build a mummified devil mask using basic paper mache techniques with toilet paper and a glue-water mixture. Artificial nails sourced from a dollar store are repurposed as fanged teeth, keeping costs minimal. The mask is finished with a multi-layer dry brushing technique to achieve a textured, aged appearance. The result is a detailed, creepy devil prop achievable on a tight budget.

Monster Tutorials· 12,963 views
I WON!!!!!! 🎃
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Prop Reviews

I WON!!!!!! 🎃

In this short video, the creator celebrates winning two Halloween doll props and teases upcoming in-depth reviews for each once they arrive. The video serves primarily as a quick announcement rather than a tutorial or walkthrough. Viewers are pointed toward the channel's R.I.P. Reviews playlist for related content when the full reviews go live.

Haunt Former· 1,210 views