Five Nights at Freddy’s 2: Costume Designer Whitney Anne Adams on Puppet Fittings and Easter Eggs
Spoiler alert: This article discusses major plot points from Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, now playing in theaters. Costume designer Whitney Anne Adams approached the film by immersing herself in the game’s animatronic universe and the devoted fan base that thrives on its lore. Adams’s first order of business was to translate the Puppet’s eerie presence into film-ready wardrobe, while weaving Easter eggs that reward longtime fans. "I wanted her to echo the Marionette," Adams says, referencing the franchise’s iconic spirit. To honor that goal, the team conducted extensive puppet fittings to capture the Marionette’s slender silhouette, the precise movement of joints, and the unsettling balance between whimsy and menace that defines the character on screen. The fittings also prioritized practical movability, ensuring actors could perform stunts without breaking the illusion. Beyond character fitting, Adams and the wardrobe team embedded Easter eggs throughout the film’s costumes and production design. Subtle color cues, strings-inspired motifs, and other nods to the original games appear in scenes where fans will recognize them, deepening the sense of connection between the game world and its cinematic adaptation. For viewers who love FNAF's lore and expert costume design, the film offers a standout example of fan service done with craft. The wardrobe helps anchor the film’s horror atmosphere, translating the animatronic world into tangible, screen-ready visuals while inviting viewers to spot their favorite references.