Fright Night by Andy Nyman

Effect

The audience sees a horror-themed mentalism effect called Fright Night. The magician presents a custom wallet containing a checklist from a fictional "Loot Fright" subscription box, which once offered a kit to create a horror movie. The spectator chooses a horror icon (Freddy, Jason, Michael Myers, or Leatherface) as the winner of a fictional battle between these characters. The magician then reveals that the spectator’s choice matches the predetermined outcome, proving their selection was correct.

Full details

Fright Night is a horror-themed adaptation of Andy Nyman’s Killer Elite. The effect uses a leather wallet containing cards representing horror movie villains. The spectator picks one as the winner, and the magician confirms their choice by showing that the other cards indicate the selected character as the victor.

The trick is self-working, requiring no sleight of hand. It includes an optional embellishment for an enhanced reveal. The props are high quality, with a leather wallet and themed cards. The effect resets instantly and can be performed in any setting, including close-up, stage, or digital performances.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is ideal for magicians who enjoy horror themes and storytelling. It works well for Halloween events, horror fans, or performers who want a quick, engaging mentalism piece. Those who dislike horror may prefer Killer Elite Pro, a non-horror version of the same effect.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Fright Night is very easy to perform. Sebastian describes it as "super simple," stating that even a ten-year-old could learn it quickly. No sleight of hand is required, making it accessible to beginners. The method is straightforward, and the included tutorial explains it clearly.

What magicians say

Sebastian, a horror enthusiast, rates Fright Night 9.5 out of 10. He praises its storytelling potential, portability, and strong audience reactions. He notes that horror fans especially enjoy it, though he cautions that some props are not fully examinable. He says, "If you're a horror buff like me, just buy this. You will absolutely love it."

The trick is versatile, working in close-up, stage, or digital performances. Sebastian adds that while it is not repeatable for the same group, it remains a powerful, direct mentalism piece. He recommends it for performers who want an easy, engaging effect with a horror twist.