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Home Depot’s viral 12-foot skeleton now talks

Home Depot has unveiled its 2026 Halloween collection, featuring a new interactive, talking version of its viral 12-foot skeleton.

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The brief

The Home Depot is expanding its seasonal inventory with new animatronics and interactive technology. The lineup includes a version of the popular 12-foot skeleton capable of speech, alongside additional character-themed animatronics.

Coverage from The Verge, Gizmodo, Mashable, The Home Depot, and Bloody Disgusting highlights the integration of interactive features into traditional display pieces. Reports also note the addition of new animatronics based on the Gremlins franchise and a character described as a haunted hipster.

Future reports will track consumer reception to the updated technology in the collection. Coverage does not yet specify pricing or individual availability dates for the new items beyond the initial product debut.

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Quick answers

What new feature does the 12-foot skeleton have?

The updated model is now capable of talking.

Are there other new items in the collection?

Yes, the 2026 collection includes four new Gremlins animatronics and a character identified as a haunted hipster.

Who is reporting on this collection?

Coverage includes reports from The Home Depot, The Verge, Gizmodo, Mashable, and Bloody Disgusting.

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Home Depot Halloween Animatronics Retail 12-Foot Skeleton

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