HellsGate Haunted House - Behind The Scenes Tour (Chicago, IL) 4K

[@Shag471]

You can tell the owner is a great storyteller and most likely a theatrical stage director. That’s the type of person I’d love to work a haunt with. Their dedication to story, details and the art of scaring make them stand out above the rest.

[@Regina0964]

I second that

[@brendabright3587]

I third that!!

[@TravelZombie]

I worked for him for 15 years and at HellsGate for 2. He has a theater degree from Southern Illinois University. He also does storefront theater in Chicago, some commercials here and there, and the occasional indie movie. Every season, no matter how long you've worked there, everybody has to audition, and everybody has to go through movement training and character creation workshops. So yes, you're more than correct lol

[@tonyamote9665]

I would love that too .

[@MistahWarner]

Check out his web series at the channel daysofthelivingdead!

[@Mattybot3000]

I ran a Haunted House attraction with 30 actors/actresses for 2 years and I used alot of the principles this guy uses while developing it. Such an amazing experience!

[@luisasilva9720]

The guy clearly knows how to sell his business and he really likes his stuff. Telling stories is his greatest talent. It's not easy to find that dedication and joy. Good stuff.

[@4usprosperity]

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[@reginaldforthright805]

His greatest talent is sales and leadership. I’m not getting any story here

[@evelyneweissenborn8231]

The dried flower that Jessica is playing with at 6:25 is called a Scotch Thistle, it is the national flower of Scotland. 😊💙

[@Myrna611]

The owner is by far the best storyteller I've ever heard. I could listen to him all day long. Thanks for this video ❤️

[@Nepthu]

The owner exudes love for this business. Man, he made me feel like a kid again. We all need a job that makes us so happy. Wish that man all success.

[@SandraAngelina]

that dude deserves an award! The place is amazingly scary in so many ways.. So many details and the art is incredible.. I loved the history and how he explained the scares and how humans work when it comes to being scared.. genius!

[@mixz9929]

Girl u are beautiful I swear I dnt know what it is but u definitely caught my eye💘⚘😏

[@maximumoverload5134]

They failed to give where it's located exactly

[@klubhead7070]

The owner did a great job giving the tour and the description and story telling of everything. Love how passionate and enthusiastic he is

[@marilynbaudier1094]

I love the owner! He truly is incredibly talented! I can’t imagine the prep work to get ready for a season! I will be making the trip this October for sure! Thanks for introducing us to this haunt.

[@4usprosperity]

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[@lindafree2015]

This guy is so dedicated to this craft. This is so informative and descriptive. For someone that makes this artistry so pure and passionate on this project means that I'm sure all of his employees have that same energy and are proud to work there. This video is awesome, thanks for this. I thoroughly enjoyed.

[@glitterxmilk4164]

This guy needs an American Horror Story season. A really good storyline could be told around him and what he does. And the work yall put into your videos just gets better and better. You have quickly become one of my favorite channels that I watch every time there is a new upload!!🎃👻🖤

[@BrittonBaker12]

That would for sure be better than some of the latest seasons.

[@glitterxmilk4164]

@@BrittonBaker12 ain't that the truth though 😅

[@glitterxmilk4164]

@vuyani ngamlana No offence taken. Cheers!

[@diamond_h0us]

Loved at around minute 37 when he’s talking about breaking through people’s barriers. Great storyteller and clearly devoted to his craft.

[@bluebellrose8]

The Hellsgate Host is so full of energy and enthusiasm. Bless his heart!!

[@rustedknight_]

The head makeup artist being the creator of Original sin design, now that's really cool. Their props are some of my favorites.

[@shoshi1967]

I am mortified to say that I live within walking distance of Hellsgate and have never been through the haunted house. This was so much fun to watch! I'll definitely be going there this fall. Great video, awesome tour!

[@4usprosperity]

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[@ChiTwnLink]

Yup! I’m just as guilty. I live in Bolingbrook and I can’t believe I’ve never been here. Definitely going this year

[@TigerzLionzPistonzWingz]

Lucky!!! I'm in Michigan, itself a whole state of hundreds of haunted attractions and forests and woods and parks and homes etc. But this place is worth the trip to see. I would love the walkthrough like this though, I want to see the incredible detail of the house and grounds. I want to drool over it all.

[@Legenkilla]

@@TigerzLionzPistonzWingz is there any in Michigan worth going to? Like around kalamazoo or benton harbor, ect?

[@chinajimenez1951]

You are brave to live so close… lol

[@amyharrelson1347]

His love for the story, the art, and the character permeates thru and thru. He is truly doing what he believes in and loves and it shows!! Love it. Thanks for sharing this haunt and the owner with us!

[@MrJasonacord]

I love John's energy! His passion for Hells Gate is amazing! Thanks for sharing!

[@4usprosperity]

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[@Kat_12389]

Despite the forlorn look of the empty woods and the rain that only adds to the gloom, the main road to the house was amazing with its old world charm.

[@erica.casimira]

I live in Chicago and this is the ONLY haunted house my husband and I go to since they opened...it's definitely worth it! I love seeing this different view of it with the lights on during the day.. it's still scary...so imagine when the lights are off! so far, it's been the only one to manage to creep us out every year.

[@asmrshayy9249]

How long is it?

[@erica.casimira]

@@asmrshayy9249 if you walk straight through without stopping to look or wander rooms, I’d say about 20-30 minutes. But everything is so intricately done, that some of the rooms, if you’re not too scared and u want to really check it out and not run through and you take your time, it can be up to 45-55 minutes or so to go through. I’m not a “head down and run through” person. My friends are and those are some of the fastest times I have spent in a “haunted house” … 😂

[@morenoj8853]

@vuyani ngamlana lol

[@erica.casimira]

@vuyani ngamlana What are you even talking about! Who died and let you judge?

[@sharlenak.4487]

One listening to this owner talk about his haunt really made me appreciate all the effort they go through for their craft!

[@cassiekurz8628]

The science of this haunt is so exciting. As a math teacher, I love things that intellectually connect and not just emotionally. Awesome stuff!

[@darensmith6705]

I always thought MATH was scary!!!!LOL! And having a father who was a very SMART Engineer!!!!!! He tried to teach me math! 🤣😂🤣😂

[@queensofbridges4619]

Didn’t think I would like this since the lights were on but all of the detailed expression from the owner was perfection. I can tell he loves his craft and makes me love it 😍

[@4usprosperity]

We will be in a little over a month

[@forpetessake3532]

i'm sure the lights are on for the video

[@tomvoncharon6359]

John is one of my absolute favorite haunt producer/directors of all time! His love, passion and knowledge of theatrical elements goes straight to my heart! Thank you John! And thank you for taking us to "Hells Gate"

[@jonathansteadman7935]

Does he own the Sharon Tate house, he reminds me of that guy.

[@tomvoncharon6359]

No. I don't think so.

[@TravelZombie]

@@jonathansteadman7935 He does not. There are lots of legit haunted objects inside of HellsGate, though.

[@EricMaulson]

This video is amazing. Hells Gate is hands down the best haunted house ive ever been to, and the most unique and original concept. No other haunt do you ride a bus to, then go through a cemetary, just to get to the ACTUAL haunted house. And the owners enthusiasm about the whole thing is just so awesome to see, fantastic video guys!

[@bhollerb09]

It's hard not to smile when he's going on about getting his scares! There really is a method to his madness. Really enjoyed this video! 🖤💚

[@4usprosperity]

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[@bhollerb09]

@vuyani ngamlana Oh shut it. How about you use the time you wasted on this post to pray for our souls if you're so concerned. Why are you even here?

[@stevenhulbert7540]

The way the director creates the rooms and the moods harkens me back to working on stage crew in the college theater. There are verbal, non verbal, sensory changes that affect the psyche and he understands how to manipulate those different aspects, that's a great way to do a haunted house!

[@infinitesimotel]

This guy knows what he is doing, I love the way he uses misdirection in order to get the space to set up the working elements. Thus where one is not focused on is where the next thing is being prepared.

[@DallasIsMusic]

I literally come to this video to gain inspiration during the last weeks of a build. I have never met John before, but I can charge my haunt battery listening to him talk about this haunt.

[@NativeOfTheLand97]

Super happy to see the grimmlife getting bigger as time goes on. I remember when the channel was a wee pup with a few thousand subscribers. The quality speaks for itself. Keep up the hard work guys

[@moneynani]

I just went here over Halloween weekend and loved it! My only complaints were that you hardly see any of these beautiful props when its pitch black or when the strobe lights blink for an awfully long time. Behind the scene videos like these really make you appreciate the dedication, like watching a movie for the second time you'll be looking out for different elements.

[@knuckledragger2329]

I worked at Rocky Point Haunted House in SLC for 11 years. It was definitely the best haunt in it's time. Hell's Gate is quite amazing and unbelievable! I miss this so much! Thank you for sharing.

[@Chaakkun]

When I saw some props I IMMEDIATELY thought about Original Sin design and I wasn't wrong! So freaking cool, I love his work

[@tylerbeauchamp9218]

I am so glad I seen this video this morning before heading out to work. I am glad that this happened. Some of my favorite youtubers visiting one of my favorite haunters in the country. John is truly an inspiration to myself.

[@sbastienazinheira-gonzales9280]

Hell's Gate might have the most elaborate doll section I've ever seen in a haunt. I saw a video of it with the actors and it's insane. The actors really set the mood for the room and amped it way up. Hell's Gate has officially made it onto my haunt bucket list. Absolutely gorgeous.

[@dianeburnejko2908]

One of the best haunted houses I've ever seen! Even the woods leading to the home were creepy. Great video!

[@4usprosperity]

We will have the opportunity 🙏

[@dollworld3005]

One of my biggest dreams is to work here at HellsGate, the owner is an amazing story teller and a genius with these. Saw someone say they could listen to him all day and I totally agree. He just seems so including and comfortable

[@ghoulish_girl_]

This is a FANTASTIC haunted house/attraction everyone should visit! A staple of mine every season (and never gets old)! To start the experience getting in a school bus that takes you to the attraction down that creepy road adds a little something something to it. Also love to hear about the new "key" twist this year.

[@4usprosperity]

We are going on a cruise this week but you can also make the changes and make the best of the best 👌

[@theamuaa]

What a beautiful haunted house,so happy to see the owner and creator talk so many nice things about the makeup and costume department and how much it means to him!

[@leesashriber5097]

This was awesome. The rain adds to the creepiness! Thank you for the invite! You guys rock!! 😊 The owner knows his stuff! Fascinating!

[@leesashriber5097]

@vuyani ngamlana , thank you!! Sounds so awesome! 😬

[@MC-yz3js]

Something that I believe is always overlooked in haunted houses are smells. Different aromas trigger different emotions and can be very effective. This was great. Good Job.

[@XxItalianVampPrinces]

I absolutely love this place. The incredible attention to every detail of every room just helps tell the story even more. I would to see the place in full swing to see how the actors just bring everything to life as they help tell the story.

[@trudyharper9222]

Man, I wish I had a tiny fraction of the energy this guy has!!!! His excitement for his craft is so energizing!!!!

[@videodomination]

Wow this guy is a legend! I am sold, sign me up! Anyone who shows this much passion for his craft has my money. Thanks Michael and Jessica - great video!

[@GodsMinion7]

Wow. Such passion that man has! it was an amazing tour through the Hellsgate

[@RoyJenkins777]

This place has to be awesome when it's open with the way he is about attention to detail. When I'm in the area for work in October I'll definitely be visiting. Great job as always Thanks. God Bless

[@kerryalfaro9437]

I love the owner's enthusiasm WITH EVERYTHING!! U CAN TELL THAT HE enjoys DOIN what he does..AND THAT HOUSE IS FREAKING AWESOME

[@wvons13]

Love that you get to do these. Watching Haunted House walkthroughs are weirdly relaxing to me. Great work as always!

[@brendabright3587]

I third that!!

[@lynnreinholt1088]

Brenda Bright - 😂😂😂

[@brendabright3587]

@@lynnreinholt1088 Thank you 😊 😂😂

[@rhodayackez9570]

The host loves his job which is great. I honestly jumped about 5 times and I'm viewing this on my phone! Great video thx!

[@RobertTheHaunter]

He’s so energetic and passionate about his craft! I love it! Super inspiring!

[@danicerul4565]

I went last year to this hunted house, and I was amazed, I just went again this year, and I'm still amazed. I really recommend this attraction.

[@lisabrown6280]

Very professional. Thanks for taking me to places that I know I will never get to go to myself. Safe travels.

[@vernetexon4914]

I love this Owner, he's super passionate about everything and can tell he actual loves what he's doing, plus, he has vision. The kind of guy you would like to work with and for.

[@MistahWarner]

John LaFlamboy and a Grimmlife collab is the greatest thing I’m ever seeing rn. Thank you guys for coming here. My favorite place to come in October!! Amazing video as always!

[@pamelamiller4029]

No wonder I felt creeped out when I walked home from Lockport, Illinois back in 1971, true story!

[@Cheyloveesbunny1993]

I just woke up and it’s almost 7pm.. I work 3rd shift lol. I can’t believe I missed your LIVE again 🥺 I love how the day you visit a haunted house, a trains whistle blows lol. Perfect timing! I don’t like haunted houses because of my anxiety but I do love learning about them! Same with true ghost stories and such!

[@TheLeonDarko]

The attention to detail is BEAUTIFUL.. THIS guy is the master of "haunt art"

[@MsBluheart]

Being EXTREMELY claustrophobic, these haunted house walk thrus with you are as close as I can get. I really enjoy the way you always present them, as many that are done are nowhere near as good as yours. Once again, thank you for the experience!

[@michaelb4439]

What a great place, and also a great video! Hearing the owner talk and expressing his excitement about HellsGate was as much fun as seeing the artistry behind the attraction. Speaking of his desire to give his actors and artists the agency to expand upon the story and the design was inspiring and makes me want to visit even more.

[@aaronfrahm623]

Absolutely loving your "lights on" walk through videos. So much love, hard work and artistry goes unseen in these haunts. Keep up the amazing journey and as always... thanks for dragging us along. Grimm for Life!

[@dForrestTheComicker]

Because of this video I've booked my immediate-entry tickets for my buddy and me. Going to hit opening night tonight. Super pumped. Stopped the video half-way through to avoid any further spoilers.

[@galememeeof6688]

I'm from a small town in Central IL. Love all the IL videos from you guys. I've gotta tell my kids about these haunted houses in IL.

[@heididediego7193]

John LaFlamboy. Thank you so much for sharing your work and your vision. Your haunted attraction is a testament to your meticulous attention to detail and shows how carefully and purposely you consider how the elements affect your audience. You can tell how deeply passionate you are about your work. AMAZING! Take care.

[@simonvanderwerf]

John really knows how to have every little detail down, I am so very impressed. Happy Halloween!

[@4usprosperity]

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[@Bat-Karma]

I'm a scare actor myself ( Burg Frankenstein, Germany) and i always hate it, if i don't have enough time to really enjoy the decoration in a haunt. Cause that is what i love. Details, creating fears, the perfect Atmosphere and of course, getting inspired for our hunt 😁 You can really see he loves what he's doing, cause the way he speaks about it, is the way Horror Actors and Builders of Dark Dreams talk 🖤

[@charlesrandazzo5748]

I’ve been a fan of your channel for a while. I have to say this video is so far above and beyond! Your channel has taken a giant leap forward. Well produced and though it’s all of 47 minutes long it seemed like 5 minutes. Hells Gate Is now on my bucket list. Amazing content we need more videos like this one!

[@austins.6805]

I just stumbled upon this video and I am already in love. Beautiful house, beautiful location, so spooky and scenic. Incredibly well made video; actually feels real and exciting and engaging instead of staged and pretention. This is authentic material.

[@musicandlove516]

this is truly gorgeous and i love the focus on the artistry and the artists themselves!!!! so wholesome. ^i love also that ppl wouldnt normally think i was talking about a haunted house reading that sentence lol

[@OneHuntiBoi]

Im so glad that the owner is fully into the science of scaring using the aspects of psychology to really build tension... everything the man said has made me love this place. The set building is beautiful.

[@hyundia1]

wow what and amazing place and this guy should be in radio or tv he has such and out going personality and can tell the story incredibly .Thanks for sharing Michael and Jessica love all you do

[@p.e.p2368]

Horrible place to be if a fire broke out..... Always a concern when there is lot's of ppl jammed together, in the dark, in an unfamiliar place. Now that's scary!

[@microdot153]

. OH MY LORD. Creepy as hell yet amazing. The builders have such an incredible mind to come up with something like this. THANK YOU for sharing your adventure

[@agerven]

What a wonderful host, doing and telling what he likes the most. All the work and details. Very honoured to be able to follow him and you through this lights on tour.

[@lisabrown6280]

Who else was excited that this video was over 47 minutes long? Love it!!

[@4usprosperity]

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[@user-ir8mf7km6w]

This guys energy is so over the top it's exhausting.

[@StephanieHall2672]

That was by far the best daytime walk through you’ve done! Just hearing how much thought goes into the scenes, stories and visuals was incredible. Everywhere you turn there’s something amazing to see. I would totally take “Mother “ home with me! That prop was incredible. This was so good I’m gonna watch it again!!! Thank you to The Darkness and Hell’s Gate for letting us have this special behind the scenes treat 🎃💀👻

[@4usprosperity]

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[@HumanOptimization]

@vuyani ngamlana ive seen it. it is you. no offense like the steelers

[@robertragolia744]

this is right up my alley as I am a fanatic of haunted houses and ghosts spirits and love halloween more then anything

[@Skylatin]

Coolest haunted house ever and so far, one of my favorite haunted house tours from Grimm life! This guy knows his stuff! I wish I could go to Illinois!!!

[@Andrew-rz6hh]

What a great owner/operator. You can tell he loves what he does and I'm sure that translates to the quality of the haunted house.

[@gailjesse4445]

*speechless* I absolutely loved it 🥰 I’m really impressed with how steady Michael is able to hold the camera. True skill and talent! 💫

[@4usprosperity]

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[@tashaderosier7424]

Randomly stumbled upon this. Normally I’d never watch a video of just walking through a haunted house. Just kind of boring to me and not my thing. But this guy is such a great talker and is so interesting I’d watch multiple videos on this if you had it. You guys did a great job

[@TwoMarinesWhoDisney]

Hey guys, glad you guys are back safe from the trip. Thanks for another one!

[@billy1673]

This is now on my bucket list! Not just for the attraction, but this man’s effort and passion for this place! Well done!

[@nishiki_warrior]

You guys just keep on delivering stellar videos! The owner of this place is an outstanding showman. I'm sold, thinking about making a mini vacation just to go to this place!

[@TheDstempien]

We get people who drive cross country to see us, people who come from the other side of the planet (people fly in from Australia to hang out with us) We’ve even had people move from multiple states away to work with us.

[@nishiki_warrior]

@@TheDstempien would love to come, just a couple days before this video was posted (was it taken down? I didn't see it) my daughter who's going into the US Army in September said she wanted to have a Halloween party before she goes but she couldn't because it wouldn't be Halloween. Of course I told her it didn't matter we could still have a Halloween party. Obviously this would be a lot better lol so kinda looking around for a haunt that's open year round and don't have to take a week off work right before I have to take a week when she ships off. Hope you guys still around when I can get there!

[@Thaumh]

*I* *LOVE* *THE* *LEGO* *MODEL!!!* This is so awesome! This is totally the kind of Haunt I would build if I had the budget and resources. A labor of love most def.

[@shonaosmond4886]

I just found your channel today and it is definitely my new addiction. Wow I am so impressed at the content you have put out. Absolutely ace content and quality. I’ve been binge watching your channel most of the day. I’ve been a horror fan my entire life and your channel is perfect 👍 thank you!!!!

[@nathalieohlson1572]

Wow! Just wow! There is nothing like this in Scandinavia. Love it!

[@farmgirlb2296]

I really didn’t want this tour to end! I hope I get to visit this place. Love it!!!

[@msaltzma]

Been several times. First time there actually was fog in the area when combined with the lights and darkness gave it an eerie glow.

[@steveh1058]

Looks like you guys picked the perfect day for this adventure. The rain just really adds to the atmosphere. Also just curious, do you guys usually stay in hotels when you go out on the road? Surprised you guys dont have a camper or van with your cool logo on it!

[@jessicawidmeier2862]

Those are thistles she was playing with, they are dried out, but in Spring green with purple pinkish small flowers. I live in Pennsylvania they grow in open fields and marsh lands mostly.

[@amstel5468]

I'm a little late to the party but lately I've been watching Grimm life like a full time job 😎

[@MatthewTurner-fn3mv]

Love this video of Hell’s gate, it’s about 4 hrs from my home Thanks you two for a wonderful show.

[@zillsburyy1]

this guy loves his job and he is great at what he does

[@quentinrance8974]

I did tech theater in HS and this is absolutely the coolest stage. The owner's enthusiasm is awesome too.

[@ms.c3]

You can tell the owner is down to earth. That place is amazingly amazing!!!!! That creepy mannequin with the black dress (mother) is really CREEPY! Thank you 😊 🙏🏽 for a scary haunted “Hell’s Gate” tour. Very well designed. The best haunted house I’ve ever seen.😁

[@4usprosperity]

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[@ms.c3]

@vuyani ngamlana 😳

[@TheBeardedLeo]

Good old Hellsgate. Its my favorite haunt, every year. It kicks off my haunt season and the best haunt I attend. I go every year and will go for as long as I live in Illinois

[@richardclark8800]

I don't comment much but this video is a favorite....would love to see more of these if you can convince the haunt owners to do them....loved it !!

[@4usprosperity]

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[@cloudeye7]

Wow guys! This episode was so fun! I can't believe all the crazy stuff they have in this house.

[@richg.4285]

I really love these haunted attraction walk-throughs you guys are doing. Showing all the details in their gory glory. Hope to see more of these. Keep up the great work! :)

[@4usprosperity]

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[@star0138]

I really like this so scary gives me goosebumps. Great filming yea October almost here. 🎃✨

[@dedgrips]

john is amazing and i love his passion and excitement for haunts. he’s built something that really shows off his love for the tradition, while also coming up with new ways to give people that classic haunted house scare without going insane like others. i’ll have to appreciate from afar though because i’m not trying to piss my pants.