A real test video
Unedited 5-second 480p test of the “rises behind your shoulder” ghost, made from one photo of an AI-generated character (not a real person). Results vary with your photo; your free preview carries a small watermark. Full videos start at $6.99 — one-time payment, no subscription.
What is the ghost filter prank?
On TikTok, #ghostsfiltereffect clips show a ghost appearing behind someone who has no idea — they keep smiling while a grey-faced figure rises over their shoulder. Most people make it with a photo filter or an app template. duet.room makes it as a video from a photo: the ghost moves, the lights flicker, and in the longer version you finally glance back and it's gone. It's also searched as “ghost filter prank video”, “ghost behind me prank” and “AI ghost prank”.
Pick your ghost
- Rises behind your shoulder — the classic: a long-haired, grey-faced ghost slowly rises behind you.
- Peeks from the doorway — a figure in white leans out of the dark hallway, then slips away.
- Friendly sheet ghost (mild) — a cute bedsheet ghost waves over the sofa. Good for people who don't like real scares.
All ghosts are original designs, never characters from films, shows or games.
How to make your ghost prank video
- Upload one clear photo of yourself — face visible, good light. Choose Two of us for a ghost behind both of you.
- Pick a ghost and create the free 5-second preview. Full videos start at $6.99 — one-time payment, no subscription.
- Like it? Make the 10- or 15-second 720p version: the lights flicker, the ghost leans closer, you look back — and it's gone.
- Send it to the group chat, or post it with #ghostfilter.
Why duet.room for the ghost prank
- Three ghosts, including a mild one — not just one long-haired ghost.
- Up to 15 seconds, 720p, with a look-back ending in the longer versions.
- Duo mode: one ghost behind two friends on the sofa.
- One-time price: One full 15-second video is $6.99, or $19.90 for 3 and $29.90 for 5 — one-time payments, no subscription.
- Spooky, not violent: the ghost never touches anyone; no blood, no gore.
Only want a photo? Hold Frame makes the photo version. More Halloween: AI Halloween video, Zombie AI video, Ramalama costume walk.
Also called
“ghost filter prank video” · “ghost filter prank” · “ghost prank video” · “ghosts filter effect video” · “ai ghost prank” · “ghost behind me prank” · “ghost filter tiktok video”
Questions people ask
What is a ghost filter prank video?+
A short video where a ghost appears behind someone who keeps smiling, unaware. On duet.room it's made from one photo: you on a sofa at night while a ghost rises behind your shoulder or peeks from the doorway.
Is it a filter or a real video?+
A real video, generated from your photo — the ghost moves and the lights flicker. It downloads as a 9:16 MP4.
Can I prank my kids with it?+
No — duet.room only accepts photos of adults who agreed to be in the video. For a gentler scare among adults, pick the friendly sheet ghost.
Can two people be in it?+
Yes — choose “Two of us” and upload one photo per person; you sit side by side and the ghost appears behind you both.
How long is the video?+
The free preview is 5 seconds (480p, watermarked, one per person). Full videos are 10 or 15 seconds at 720p in 9:16. Full videos start at $6.99 — one-time payment, no subscription.
How much does it cost?+
Your first 5-second preview is free — no account or card needed (one per person; sign in with Google to keep it on your account). One full 15-second video is $6.99, or $19.90 for 3 and $29.90 for 5 — one-time payments, no subscription. A 10-second video costs 35 of a full video's 50 credits. If a video fails our checks, it comes back. Full videos start at $6.99 — one-time payment, no subscription.
Is it gory?+
No. It's spooky only: the ghost is see-through and never touches anyone; no blood, no gore, no screaming jump scare.
Do I need an app?+
No. It runs in your browser and the video downloads as an MP4.
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