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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.

9 videos

Dick Van Dyke Turning 100 Years Old Celebrates Halloween 2025
11:07
Yard Haunts

Dick Van Dyke Turning 100 Years Old Celebrates Halloween 2025

Distortions Unlimited — the professional Halloween prop and animatronics company — documents their annual tradition of helping legendary entertainer Dick Van Dyke set up his home yard haunt, this time in celebration of his upcoming 100th birthday. The crew brought out several 2025 props including the new Xenovore animatronic and the Giant Talking Head to dress up the display. It's a warm behind-the-scenes look at a decade-long collaboration between a Hollywood icon and one of the Halloween industry's most respected prop makers.

DistortionsUnlimited· 42,145 views
San Antonio folks love them some Halloween #halloween #halloweenshorts
0:46
Yard Haunts

San Antonio folks love them some Halloween #halloween #halloweenshorts

A short walkthrough showcasing Menefee Manor, a standout home Halloween display in San Antonio, Texas that gained viral attention on TikTok. The setup features animatronics, projection effects, and elaborate outdoor decorations. The creator highlights the spectacle and expresses excitement for what the display may bring in 2025.

SpookYouLaterz· 2,260 views
Trick or Treaters Halloween Night 2024 Yard Haunt Display
9:25
Yard Haunts

Trick or Treaters Halloween Night 2024 Yard Haunt Display

A Halloween night 2024 vlog-style clip capturing trick-or-treaters experiencing a decorated yard haunt display. The footage showcases the creator's outdoor Halloween setup in action as neighborhood visitors arrive. This appears to be a short preview, with a full experience video promised as a follow-up release.

SpookYouLaterz· 1,908 views
My Full 2024 Halloween Display! (Last Stop Cemetery)
2:57
Yard Haunts

My Full 2024 Halloween Display! (Last Stop Cemetery)

GMHaunts showcases their complete 2024 outdoor Halloween display, themed around a spooky cemetery scene titled 'Last Stop Cemetery.' The short walkthrough highlights a curated collection of animatronics and Halloween props arranged for maximum seasonal impact. The display draws on props from major retail sources and reflects a well-developed home haunt aesthetic.

GMHaunts· 2,043 views
Lighting TESTS, Storm/Weather PROOFING, Shack BUILD, & MORE ZOMBIE Animatronics
20:46
Home Haunts

Lighting TESTS, Storm/Weather PROOFING, Shack BUILD, & MORE ZOMBIE Animatronics

This build vlog documents ongoing progress on an outdoor haunted trail for the 2024 season, covering multiple nighttime lighting tests, pre- and post-hurricane weatherproofing assessments, and the construction of new zombie-themed set pieces including a shack and tent encampment. The creator showcases a dead picnickers scene built around a picnic table and evaluates how props and lighting hold up under real weather conditions including rain. The video follows a diary-style format across several filming sessions spanning late September into October, giving viewers a realistic look at the challenges of running a seasonal outdoor attraction.

Haunt Former· 1,322 views
HALLOWEEN ANIMATRONICS in HAUNTED 🍔 RESTAURANT! #shorts
0:42
Professional Haunted Attractions

HALLOWEEN ANIMATRONICS in HAUNTED 🍔 RESTAURANT! #shorts

This short-form video showcases Halloween animatronics on display at Haunted House of Hamburgers, a Halloween-themed restaurant located on Long Island. Viewers get a quick look at how animatronic props are integrated into a food-service setting to create a spooky seasonal atmosphere. It offers a fun glimpse into a unique haunted dining experience blending horror theming with a burger joint concept.

GMHaunts· 22,656 views
Halloween Animatronics Yard Display 2022
0:55
Yard Haunts

Halloween Animatronics Yard Display 2022

A brief Halloween Eve preview tour of a fully assembled 2022 residential yard haunt featuring animatronics, inflatables, and Halloween decorations. The creator shares a sneak peek of the display ahead of trick-or-treat night, with more finishing touches planned for the following day. The short walkthrough showcases a collection of retail and store-bought animatronics arranged for maximum neighborhood impact.

SpookYouLaterz· 844 views
Spirit Halloween Animatronics Yard Display Bigger in Texas #halloween
8:30
Yard Haunts

Spirit Halloween Animatronics Yard Display Bigger in Texas #halloween

A tour of an impressive 2022 Halloween yard haunt in San Antonio, Texas, showcasing a friend's extensive collection of Spirit Halloween animatronics on full outdoor display. The setup features multiple animated characters and culminates in a light show segment toward the end of the video. This is a display-focused walkthrough rather than a build tutorial, highlighting what a dedicated collector can achieve with retail animatronics.

SpookYouLaterz· 4,956 views
Spirit Halloween ISE Idea Showcase: Reaper's Rest / Jack's Tomb | Theme Ideas
10:08
Set Design

Spirit Halloween ISE Idea Showcase: Reaper's Rest / Jack's Tomb | Theme Ideas

GMHaunts presents a fan-conceived ISE (in-store experience) concept for Spirit Halloween built around a mausoleum and tomb theme. The showcase walks through a proposed structure called 'Reaper's Rest,' complete with a walkthrough path, interior risers designed to display animatronics, and designated spots for string lighting. The video imagines how Spirit Halloween could execute a tomb-style themed environment in their retail stores. It serves as both creative inspiration and a wishlist-style pitch to the brand.

GMHaunts· 1,759 views