Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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From the creatures that haunt our favorite films to the incredible craftsmanship behind movie magic, this compilation takes you behind the scenes of Hollywood’s most fascinating stories. Meet a voice actor who brings monsters to life, see how practical effects artists build terrifying creatures by hand, discover the massive car collection used in blockbuster films, and learn how Hollywood special effects are even helping save lives in the real world. In this Great Big Story, we spotlight the artists, innovators, and surprising places that help make movie magic happen.

00:00 - Hollywood Special Effects That Save Lives
02:27 - Where Hollywood Gets Its Movie Cars
06:04 - The Voice Behind Hollywood’s Monsters
09:32 - Building Hollywood Monsters by Hand

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