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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.

17125 videos

EVIL TED: TED SMITH - INTERVIEWS WITH HAUNTING GURUS
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EVIL TED: TED SMITH - INTERVIEWS WITH HAUNTING GURUS

Hauntcast sits down with Evil Ted Smith, a veteran Hollywood prop maker and visual effects artist with nearly three decades of film and TV credits spanning major blockbusters and hit series. Now globally recognized for his YouTube tutorials on foam armor and prop construction, Ted shares insights drawn from a career bridging big-budget productions and the DIY community. The conversation explores how professional industry experience translates into accessible techniques for haunters, cosplayers, and prop builders alike.

Hauntcast· 11 views
Halloween Night Bonus for Your Actors & Guests - Something WIcked
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Scare Acting

Halloween Night Bonus for Your Actors & Guests - Something WIcked

In this episode of Hauntcast's Something Wicked segment, host Wick-Ed Gannon explores practical ideas for making Halloween night stand out as a memorable occasion for both haunted attraction guests and the hardworking staff behind the scenes. The discussion covers strategies to elevate the experience on the biggest night of the haunt season, recognizing that both patrons and actors deserve something extra special. It's a reflective, community-focused conversation aimed at haunt operators who want to close out their season on a high note.

Hauntcast· 22 views
What Do You The Haunter Really Offer - Theater of the Mind
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What Do You The Haunter Really Offer - Theater of the Mind

In this podcast-style episode from Hauntcast, host Revenant poses a reflective question to the haunting community: what unique skills, perspectives, and talents do you personally bring to the craft? The segment encourages haunters to take stock of their own abilities, suggesting most people underestimate the value they offer. It's a motivational, introspective piece aimed at pushing haunters to think more intentionally about their contributions to the hobby and industry.

Hauntcast· 34 views
Horror Reviews: The Church - Shocktails
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Horror Reviews: The Church - Shocktails

Shocktails is a horror-review segment from the Hauntcast podcast in which hosts Baker and Thunder work through a broad slate of horror media with JT. The episode covers a mix of films including Hotel Transylvania 3, The Night Eats the World, E-Demon, Animalistic, and The Church, alongside books, novels, and comics. The format is casual and opinionated, delivered in the show's trademark irreverent style.

Hauntcast· 18 views
Hauntcast Idol Contest
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Hauntcast Idol Contest

Hauntcast presents a fun, in-universe promotional video for their Hauntcast Idol contest, hosted by the character Skully O'Toole on a search for the Netherrealm's next great haunting talent. The short clip blends Halloween humor with community engagement, acting as a call-to-action for the haunter audience. At just four minutes, it leans more into entertainment and promotion than instructional content.

Hauntcast· 13 views
TransWorld Live: Season 4 - Episode 27: The Road to East Coast Haunters Convention
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Professional Haunted Attractions

TransWorld Live: Season 4 - Episode 27: The Road to East Coast Haunters Convention

This episode of Transworld Live recaps the East Coast Haunters Convention and features a packed guest roster of prominent haunt industry professionals and vendors. Guests include representatives from well-known attractions such as Pennhurst Asylum, Reaper's Revenge Haunted Hayride, and Markoff's Haunted Forest, alongside suppliers like Froggy's Fog and HauntSupply. The episode also begins shifting focus toward the upcoming Midwest Haunters Convention, keeping the haunt community informed and connected between major industry events.

Transworld LIVE· 245 views
Evil Dead 2 Cabin Replica: Steve & Don Doleshal - Bone Phone
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Home Haunts

Evil Dead 2 Cabin Replica: Steve & Don Doleshal - Bone Phone

Steve and Don Doleshal of Jack's Hollow join Hauntcast to discuss their ambitious Evil Dead 2 cabin replica, a detailed recreation of the iconic horror film setting. The project includes signature elements such as a mounted deer head and bleeding walls, and reportedly incorporates pieces sourced from the actual film set. The conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the passion and research that drive high-fidelity horror movie tribute haunts.

Hauntcast· 53 views
Dark Finds from Around the Inter Webs - The Darkest Web
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Dark Finds from Around the Inter Webs - The Darkest Web

The Darkest Web is a recurring Hauntcast segment hosted by Morbid Mariah, who curates and shares her favorite Halloween and horror discoveries from across the internet. Each episode highlights blogs, artists, shows, and decorative finds that cater to the haunting community. It serves as a quick, entertaining roundup for enthusiasts looking to expand their Halloween inspiration sources.

Hauntcast· 25 views
The Creature Double Feature - Show Open HC72
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The Creature Double Feature - Show Open HC72

This short clip is the show open for Hauntcast episode HC72, crafted as a loving parody of the iconic Creature Double Feature TV intro that aired on Boston television in the 1970s. Running just one minute, it sets a nostalgic, retro-horror tone before the main podcast content begins. It captures the campy, classic monster-movie aesthetic that resonates strongly with the haunting community.

Hauntcast· 75 views
Knott's Scary Farm: Interview with John Cooke - Interviews with Haunting Gurus
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Theme Park Halloween Events

Knott's Scary Farm: Interview with John Cooke - Interviews with Haunting Gurus

Hauntcast sits down with John Cooke, known in the haunt community as Johnny Plague, for an in-depth interview covering his personal history with haunting and his professional path through two of Southern California's most iconic Halloween events. The conversation traces his journey from early haunt involvement through his work at Knott's Scary Farm and Queen Mary's Dark Harbor. As part of Hauntcast's Haunting Guru series, the episode offers an insider perspective on what it takes to build a career in the professional haunt industry.

Hauntcast· 42 views
Disease & Plague Scenarios for Your Haunt - Theater of the Mind
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Set Design

Disease & Plague Scenarios for Your Haunt - Theater of the Mind

This Hauntcast episode dives into disease and plague as thematic frameworks for haunted attractions, guiding haunters on how to build compelling, immersive scenarios around these dark concepts. Hosted by the character Revenant, the segment takes a 'Theater of the Mind' approach, encouraging creators to think beyond physical props and lean into psychological horror. The discussion is aimed at haunters of all scales, from backyard setups to full professional attractions. It offers creative inspiration for developing cohesive, story-driven plague and disease environments.

Hauntcast· 11 views
Mutant Long Legged Giant Spider - Mad Props 4 Props
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DIY Props

Mutant Long Legged Giant Spider - Mad Props 4 Props

Hauntcast's 'Mad Props 4 Props' segment spotlights Bob Kowal's impressive mutant long-legged giant spider build, celebrating outstanding community prop work. The short feature highlights the creativity and craftsmanship behind this oversized arachnid Halloween prop. It serves as both recognition of a talented haunter and inspiration for others looking to create large-scale creature props.

Hauntcast· 16 views
Using Christmas Lighting in Your Haunt - Something Wicked
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Lighting TutorialsBeginner

Using Christmas Lighting in Your Haunt - Something Wicked

In this episode of Something Wicked, Hauntcast contributor Wick-Ed Gannon walks through practical ways to incorporate Christmas lighting into haunted attractions and home haunts. The segment offers budget-conscious lighting ideas by leveraging seasonal lights that many haunters likely already own. It covers how repurposed holiday lighting can contribute to eerie, effective atmospheres without a significant investment.

Hauntcast· 12 views
Animatronic Raven from Chicken Props: Jasper Anderson - Black Market
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Prop Reviews

Animatronic Raven from Chicken Props: Jasper Anderson - Black Market

In this Hauntcast 'Black Market' segment, host Baker sits down with Jasper Anderson — the creator behind Chicken Props — to discuss his newly released animatronic Raven prop. The conversation offers an inside look at the design and craftsmanship behind the piece straight from the prop maker himself. At 24 minutes, it functions as a podcast-style interview rather than a step-by-step tutorial, making it an accessible listen for haunters curious about what's new in the animatronic prop market.

Hauntcast· 87 views
DARK HOUR HAUNTED ATTRACTION: ALLEN HOPPS INTERVIEW - INTERVIEW WITH HAUNTING GURUS
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Professional Haunted Attractions

DARK HOUR HAUNTED ATTRACTION: ALLEN HOPPS INTERVIEW - INTERVIEW WITH HAUNTING GURUS

Hauntcast sits down with Allen Hopps, prop master and director of Dark Hour Haunted House in Plano, TX, for an in-depth conversation about his career and journey through the haunt industry. As a recognized figure in professional haunting, Hopps shares insights drawn from years of experience running a high-profile attraction. The long-form interview format makes it ideal for anyone looking to learn from one of the field's most respected voices. Fans of haunt history and industry storytelling will find plenty to absorb across the full 75-minute runtime.

Hauntcast· 134 views
Horror Review: IT - Shocktails
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Horror Review: IT - Shocktails

Shocktails is a Hauntcast podcast segment where hosts Chris and JT settle in for a casual, conversational review of the horror film IT. The episode is part of a Halloween party-themed series set at the fictional Last Bar on the Left. Expect informal banter and horror fan commentary rather than haunting tutorials or build content.

Hauntcast· 13 views
The Best Season of the Year - Theater of the Mind
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The Best Season of the Year - Theater of the Mind

In this laid-back 'Theater of the Mind' segment, Hauntcast host Revenant reflects on all the small, personal reasons that make Halloween season the best time of the year. The episode is conversational and contemplative rather than instructional, offering a moment of shared appreciation for haunter culture. It's a short, feel-good listen that celebrates the passion that drives the Halloween community.

Hauntcast· 23 views
Happy Halloween Wishes from Haunting Friends
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Happy Halloween Wishes from Haunting Friends

A brief Halloween greeting from the Hauntcast community, celebrating the holiday with fellow haunters and fans of the show. The one-minute video serves as a festive shout-out rather than a tutorial or walkthrough. It reflects the tight-knit spirit of the haunting hobbyist community gathered around the Hauntcast podcast.

Hauntcast· 59 views
Zombie Selfies Required #zombieshorts #frightfest
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Theme Park Halloween Events

Zombie Selfies Required #zombieshorts #frightfest

A short clip from Six Flags Fiesta Texas's Fright Fest 2023 event, captured at the Rock-Kill High zombie-themed scare zone in San Antonio. Guests are humorously encouraged to snap selfies with the resident zombie scare actors. The video offers a quick, fun peek at the interactive character experiences available during the annual Halloween event.

SpookYouLaterz· 7,547 views
SPOOKY DECOR HUNTING!! Spring-o-ween Decor At Michael's!!
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Halloween Decorating

SPOOKY DECOR HUNTING!! Spring-o-ween Decor At Michael's!!

Jade The Libra takes viewers on a casual shop-along trip to Michaels to explore a new gothic decor line arriving for the spring season. The video has a relaxed, community-focused vibe aimed at fans who embrace Halloween aesthetics year-round. It serves as an informal haul and walkthrough of what the store currently has to offer for spooky decor lovers.

Jade The Libra· 39,543 views
Party City 2024 Art the Clown and Pale Girl Animatronic #halloween
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Prop Reviews

Party City 2024 Art the Clown and Pale Girl Animatronic #halloween

This short video showcases Party City's 2024 Halloween animatronic offerings featuring Art the Clown and the Pale Girl from the Terrifier franchise. It gives viewers a quick look at these licensed horror character props available at retail. The clip is a brief preview-style feature likely highlighting movement, appearance, or sound of the animatronics in a store or display setting.

SpookYouLaterz· 7,529 views
Party City Halloween 2024 TERRIFIER ANIMATRONICS REVEALED - Art the Clown & Pale Girl | Party City
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Prop Reviews

Party City Halloween 2024 TERRIFIER ANIMATRONICS REVEALED - Art the Clown & Pale Girl | Party City

GMHaunts reveals Party City's Halloween 2024 lineup of Terrifier-licensed animatronics, spotlighting Art the Clown and the Little Pale Girl. The video offers an early look at these officially licensed horror movie characters making their way into retail Halloween décor. It serves as a first-look preview for fans of the Terrifier franchise hunting for standout seasonal props.

GMHaunts· 8,554 views
Lowes Halloween 2024 Wednesday Addams Animatronic #halloween2024
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Prop Reviews

Lowes Halloween 2024 Wednesday Addams Animatronic #halloween2024

A short-form showcase of a Wednesday Addams animatronic prop appearing in Lowe's Halloween 2024 seasonal lineup. The video gives viewers an early look at the character piece ahead of its wider retail availability. It appears aimed at collectors and decorators eager to spot new animatronic releases for the season.

SpookYouLaterz· 1,890 views
Halfway To Halloween This Year Is INSANE
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Halfway To Halloween This Year Is INSANE

This video celebrates the midpoint of the year as a milestone for Halloween enthusiasts, covering what appears to be an exciting look at upcoming or newly revealed Halloween products and releases for 2024. The creator, known for their passion for animatronics and Halloween collectibles, reacts to and discusses items tied to major retailers and brands in the seasonal Halloween space. With references to Spirit Halloween, Home Depot, Lowe's, Gemmy, and Transworld, the video likely previews props, costumes, or animatronics generating buzz in the community. The energetic tone suggests this is a fan-forward celebration of the season rather than a formal tutorial or review.

Spooky Guy444· 2,437 views