On October 13, 2025, a video posted online captured a raccoon encountering an animatronic Halloween clown on a porch at night, quickly drawing widespread attention.
The short clip shows the raccoon, likely searching for Halloween candy, pausing as the clown’s glowing eyes and mechanical movements activate.
The animal then darts toward the decoration, which jerks in response, creating a humorous and startling moment.
My spirit animal isn’t taking any shit this year 😂 pic.twitter.com/cFC5PPNB5o
— Rob (@_ROB_29) October 13, 2025
Shared just weeks before Halloween, the video taps into the seasonal fascination with spooky and funny encounters. The online response has been lively, some viewers praised the raccoon’s fearless reaction, turning it into a meme-worthy moment, while others questioned the clip’s authenticity, citing the animal’s quick movements and the clown’s exaggerated jerks as possible hints of digital editing.
The clip has since become part of a wider wave of viral Halloween content featuring unexpected animal encounters.
Across social media platforms, users continue to share the video, post reactions, and discuss its details, keeping it active in seasonal online conversations.
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