Night Crawler (2020)

*Not to be confused with the 2007 animatronic Night Crawler (2007).*

The **Night Crawler** is an animatronic sold by *Spirit Halloween* for the 2020 through 2022 Halloween seasons, and was still available online in 2023. It resembles a demonic figure in a black cloak on all fours, with a distorted face featuring an elongated jaw, jagged teeth, and pupil-less eyes. When activated, his eyes light-up red as the front of his body quickly thrusts upwards. After thrusting upwards, he sways from side to side as he returns to his resting position.

## *Spirit Halloween's* Description

"Tossed to the streets by deadbeat parents when just a teen, Nightcrawler learned how to live in the shadows, fend for itself and make friends with the denizens of the night. Years of crouching in the darkest corners of society permanently changed him into a crawling monster that only emerges at night when the sun doesn't burn its pale skin, and Nightcrawlers's beady eyes can find its feast for the night. Lock up your pets – and yourself!

The Night Crawler animatronic has red light-up eyes and moves its body from side to side. Its head pops up for a startling scare."

* Exclusively at Spirit
* Includes:
	+ Animatronic
	+ Instruction manual
	+ External Speaker Jack
	+ Volume control
	+ Adapter
* Product Sayings:
	+ Screams and creepy sounds
* Animated
* IR Sensor activated
* Sound activated
* Step pad compatible
* Try me button compatible
* Multi-prop remote activator compatible
* Adapter Type: 6V 2A (included)
* Cord Length: 6 feet
* Dimensions: 42" H x 31.5" W x 9.5" D
* Weight: 9.5 pounds
* Material: Plastic, fabric, metal, electonics
* Care: Spot clean
* Imported
* Note: Recommended for use in covered areas

## Trivia

* Prior to Night Crawler's release, he was codenamed "GRAPEFRUIT."
* Night Crawler's ANIM number is ANIM 1245.
* Night Crawler originally had a working name of ***Crawling Creature*** and ***Creepy Crouching Girl***.
* The day when Night Crawler was first released, a 24 hour giveaway was held for a chance to win him.
* On opening day 2020 at The Flagship Store, Night Crawler had to be fixed several times.
* The sound used when Nightcrawler pops up, was also used on The Hauntress, but more low pitched. One of the ending sounds when resetting was also used on Man's Possessed Friend.
* The prototype of Night Crawler was listed on eBay in 2021 and was purchased by a Haunter.
* The sample of Night Crawler features a shortened version of Bloodthirsty Betty's audio that plays twice. Nightcrawler's audio was not complete when they first got the sample.
* Night Crawler appeared in Spirit Halloween: The Movie.
* Night Crawler can be seen on one of the screens inside of the Spirit Testing Lab walk through.

## Gallery

#### Stock Photos

Website pictureBack viewLeft side viewRight side viewClose-up of faceMeasurement
#### Packaging

Front of 2020 boxSide of 2020 boxBack of 2020 boxTop of 2020 boxFront of 2021 BoxSide of 2021 BoxSide of 2021 BoxBack of 2021 BoxFront of 2022 Box
#### Instruction Manual

Instruction manual (1/4)Instruction manual (2/4)Instruction manual (3/4)Instruction manual (4/4)Parts list
#### ISE Appearances

Setup in the Reaper's Island CaveSetup in Halloween Factory Assembly LineSpirit Testing Lab hologram (1/4)Spirit Testing Lab hologram (2/4)Spirit Testing Lab hologram (3/4)Spirit Testing Lab hologram (4/4)
#### Features

*Crazy Create* 2021 adapter featuring Nightcrawler’s name
#### Merchandise

T-shirtFleece blanketMugMagnetPlastic cup
#### Media

Seen in teaserSneak peek email (1/3)Sneak peek email (2/3)Sneak peek email (3/3)Featured in an online promotional banner"Nightcrawler is crawling back" email sent out August 11th, 2022 (1/3)"Nightcrawler is crawling back" email sent out August 11th, 2022 (2/3)"Nightcrawler is crawling back" email sent out August 11th, 2022 (3/3)Featured in trivia blog post image
#### Pre-production

Prototype front viewPrototype headPrototype side viewPrototype top viewPrototype tag on clothingPrototype handPrototype module
## Videos

Nightcrawler - Spirit HalloweenNightcrawler - Online VideoReaper's Island Cave - Spirit HalloweenSomething terrifying is coming!Spirit Halloween 2020 Nightcrawler Prototype (Before Repair)
## Official Listing

* https://www.spirithalloween.com/product/214434.uts