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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.

14 videos

Ghostbusters: Afterlife Behind The Scenes - With Prop Master Ben Eadie
15:58
Other

Ghostbusters: Afterlife Behind The Scenes - With Prop Master Ben Eadie

Host Matt Daniels joins Ghostbusters: Afterlife on-set prop master and armorer Ben Eadie on a tour of four real Calgary filming locations used in the movie. Eadie shares firsthand stories about maintaining and modifying the iconic proton packs and other hero props during production, offering a rare insider perspective on how the gear was kept functional between takes. The video blends location exploration with candid behind-the-scenes anecdotes, covering key scenes including the proton pack's first firing and the Walmart terror dog attack sequence.

Creative Geekery· 1,101 views
Make Your Ghost Trap Smoke! - Using the Ghostbusters Spirit Halloween Trap!
8:31
DIY PropsIntermediate

Make Your Ghost Trap Smoke! - Using the Ghostbusters Spirit Halloween Trap!

This tutorial walks through modifying the Spirit Halloween Ghost Trap toy into a screen-accurate smoking prop inspired by the Ghostbusters films. The creator integrates a mini smoke machine into the trap using a combination of 3D-printed parts, laser-cut components, and some basic wiring. A full kit list with links to all required parts is provided, making it straightforward for builders to source everything they need. The result is a visually impressive prop upgrade that adds a working smoke effect to an off-the-shelf Halloween product.

Creative Geekery· 7,011 views
Turning my Smart Thermostat into HAL 9000 from 2001: a Space Odyssey
8:04
DIY PropsIntermediate

Turning my Smart Thermostat into HAL 9000 from 2001: a Space Odyssey

VanOaksProps transforms an everyday smart thermostat into a screen-accurate HAL 9000 replica from Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey. The build centers on a laser-cut grill panel — a free downloadable file the creator shares — combined with brushed aluminum vinyl and metallic spray paint to achieve the iconic look. The result is a functional thermostat that doubles as a striking sci-fi display piece. An Adafruit project is credited as the original inspiration for the replica design.

VanOaksProps· 10,281 views
Our SCARIEST Halloween Animatronic Builds! (Compilation)
1:59:52
DIY Animatronics

Our SCARIEST Halloween Animatronic Builds! (Compilation)

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay present a feature-length compilation of their most frightening Halloween animatronic makeover projects. The collection showcases dramatic transformations of store-bought animatronics — including scarecrow, Pennywise, and witch builds — into far scarier, custom creations. Released ahead of Halloween 2023, the video serves as both a showcase of the duo's best work and inspiration for haunters looking to level up their own props.

Wicked Makers· 1,328,925 views
Make Halloween Store Skeletons Way Better! 💀 #shorts
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DIY PropsBeginner

Make Halloween Store Skeletons Way Better! 💀 #shorts

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie demonstrate how to transform a basic store-bought Halloween skeleton into a far more impressive and creepy display piece. The short teases a full-length tutorial focused on giving the skeleton a pirate or drunken drinking character. The upgrade elevates a generic prop into a themed centerpiece without starting from scratch.

Wicked Makers· 14,756,391 views
Modify set decor- make an Eastern Dragon table
6:14
DIY PropsIntermediate

Modify set decor- make an Eastern Dragon table

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through how to transform ordinary set décor into an Eastern dragon-themed table suitable for a haunted attraction environment. The build gives standard furniture a Far East aesthetic with a scary, dramatic character appropriate for professional or home haunt settings. At just six minutes, the tutorial is concise and focused on achievable modifications rather than a full scratch build.

StiltbeastStudios· 5,624 views
We made a WEDNESDAY ADDAMS Animatronic!
12:57
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

We made a WEDNESDAY ADDAMS Animatronic!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay transform a store-bought child-sized animatronic doll into a custom Wednesday Addams character through a full prop makeover. The build includes a detailed face repaint with hand-painted eyes crafted from ping pong balls, a new wig, a period-appropriate costume, and replacement footwear. The project ties into the Netflix Wednesday series release and showcases how an off-the-shelf Halloween animatronic can be completely reimagined with accessible materials. The result is a striking, life-sized OOAK display piece with personality and character.

Wicked Makers· 662,014 views
Adding Realistic Eyes to Zombie Prop. Resin Zombie EyeTransplant
23:57
DIY PropsIntermediate

Adding Realistic Eyes to Zombie Prop. Resin Zombie EyeTransplant

This tutorial walks through upgrading an existing zombie prop by swapping out its original makeshift ping-pong ball eyes for custom-cast realistic resin eyes made in a companion video. The focus is on the installation process and the visual improvement realistic eyes bring to a finished prop. It serves as a practical follow-up project for haunters looking to push their prop details to the next level.

Monster Tutorials· 4,793 views
props that spark
12:16
DIY PropsIntermediate

props that spark

Stiltbeast Studios breaks down how to create sparking actor hand props for use in haunted attractions, focusing on the key technique that makes a prop reliably generate dramatic spark effects. The video uses a decorative shovel as the example build, demonstrating how a relatively simple prop can be transformed into a high-impact scare tool. The result is a crowd-pleasing visual effect that adds serious wow factor on the haunt floor.

StiltbeastStudios· 18,631 views
HORROR Haunted House 2016 Build Day 6 | Light-Up Skeleton Eyes
3:42
DIY PropsBeginner

HORROR Haunted House 2016 Build Day 6 | Light-Up Skeleton Eyes

This short build-day episode follows the creator upgrading a Pose-N-Stay skeleton that had been in storage by installing Hollywood Haunter-style light-up LED eyes. The result is a more dramatic, display-ready prop intended for the creator's themed home haunt, the Thurston Theater. The video is part of an ongoing 2016 haunted house build series documenting the attraction's construction.

Haunt Former· 1,622 views
The Purge: Election Year "Statue of Liberty" Mask Build 2016
4:14
DIY PropsBeginner

The Purge: Election Year "Statue of Liberty" Mask Build 2016

This short build video walks through recreating the iconic Statue of Liberty mask from The Purge: Election Year using affordable, easy-to-find materials. The creator combines a base plastic mask with paint, EL wire lighting, a crown, and a few other simple components to produce a screen-inspired replica. Despite its striking, creepy end result, the builder notes the project was relatively straightforward to complete. The finished piece works equally well as a wearable costume mask or a display prop.

Haunt Former· 281,672 views
Tombstone Popper Revamped
1:45
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

Tombstone Popper Revamped

This short build update showcases a revamped tombstone popper prop in which the original wiper motor has been replaced with a slower 5rpm vent motor. The motor swap produces a noticeably more gradual, eerie movement that enhances the creep factor of the effect. The modification demonstrates how a simple component change can dramatically alter a prop's atmosphere and impact.

Hauntcast· 4,922 views
Coffin Extender - Halloween Prop
2:27
DIY Props

Coffin Extender - Halloween Prop

This short Hauntcast video covers a coffin extender Halloween prop, likely demonstrating how a standard coffin prop can be lengthened or modified for haunted attraction use. At just two minutes, it offers a focused look at a specific prop accessory. Hauntcast is a well-known resource in the professional and home haunt community.

Hauntcast· 12,340 views
Body Gorification
1:14
DIY PropsIntermediate

Body Gorification

This instructional video is a trailer or preview for an extended nearly two-hour narrated tutorial on transforming body forms into gory, realistic horror props. It covers a range of techniques from deconstructing skull forms to building up surfaces, adding hair, and inserting acrylic eyes. Materials and methods are explained throughout the full presentation, making it a comprehensive resource for prop builders.

Ghost Ride Productions, INC.· 2,383 views