The king of TV and movie props in Chicago

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Tuesday, March 3, 2020
The king of TV and movie props in Chicago
This giant prop shop isn't your average family-owned business.Zap Props in Bridgeport is the Midwest's largest prop supplier for films, TV shows, and theater. The 36,000-square-foot warehouse, which is stocked floor to ceiling with thousands of vintage items, is an assault on the senses.

CHICAGO -- Zap Props in Chicago is the Midwest's largest prop supplier for films, TV shows, and theater.

The 36,000-square-foot Bridgeport warehouse, which is stocked floor to ceiling with thousands of vintage items, is an assault on the senses.

"I love to see the faces of people in here like, 'Wow, this is crazy,'" said owner Bill Rawski. "I spend a lot of time at auctions and flea markets."

Check out the video to see if you recognize some of the items!