The short answer
Use everyday portraits to create a fictional Halloween zombie scene. Pick who transforms and choose Zombie Story or the Zombie transformation effect. The AI adds the grey skin and ruined setting; you do not need to dress up before taking the photos.
Before you create
- Use two portraits or one photo of both of you.
- Photo 2 turns into the zombie; in a shared photo, the person on the right turns.
- Vertical 9:16 by default. Choose the model, length and resolution before rendering.
- Generation requires credits and an available AI service.
A Halloween video without a costume
A clear, natural photo is more useful than heavy zombie makeup. It gives the model a clean identity reference, then the effect supplies the transformation. You can make the clip from existing portraits if you have permission to use them.
The story starts in an abandoned city. One person has turned; the survivor pauses, recognises the face they love and reaches out with empty hands. The two embrace, then the scene moves to a warm memory of happier days. The gentle transformation uses pale makeup and intact skin, with no weapons or threats.
Couples, friends and pets
This is a two-character story. Use a partner, friend, relative or your pet; a single-person portrait alone cannot tell the intended hug scene. Upload only photos you have permission to use.
How to make the zombie video
- Add the photos. Choose two portraits or one picture of both of you, then check who is in each role.
- Choose the effect. Zombie Story includes recognition, a hug and a warm memory, without weapons. Zombie shows a gradual transformation followed by a hug.
- Review the settings and cost. Select the available model, duration and format before signing in to render.
- Download your completed clip. Watch it through before posting; a failed render returns the consumed credits.
Is it suitable for a Halloween post?
The preset is nonviolent and avoids weapons and graphic injuries, but still contains zombie imagery. Decide whether that fits the people who will see your post. For a work account or younger audience, preview the complete clip and use your own judgement.
Captions and timing
Try “My Halloween plus one” or “Still choosing you after dark.” Generate ahead of the day you plan to post, leaving time for rendering and any edits. The queue and provider availability can affect completion time.
The default is a vertical 9:16, 12-second clip for Reels, TikTok and Shorts. You can choose a different supported length and aspect ratio in the studio. Longer clips cost more credits; the quoted cost updates before you generate.
Photo tips
- Use a bright, front-facing portrait. Both eyes should be visible, with no heavy filters or sunglasses.
- Match the face size in both photos. A cropped head-and-shoulders image works better than a distant group shot.
- For one shared photo, put the survivor on the left and the future zombie on the right.
- Ask everyone pictured before uploading or publishing. Review the generated faces before you post.