Miniseries – The Haunting of Hill House

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Oct 2018

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This modern reimagining of the Shirley Jackson novel follows siblings who, as children, grew up in what would go on to become the most famous haunted house in the country.. Now adults, they are forced back together in the face of tragedy and must finally confront the ghosts of their past. Some of those ghosts still lurk in their minds, while others may actually be stalking the shadows of Hill House. The ensemble cast includes Oscar winner Timothy Hutton, Carla Gugino and Henry Thomas. Mike Flanagan, a veteran of the horror genre, created the series.

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Critics Consensus

The Haunting of Hill House is an effective ghost story whose steadily mounting anticipation is just as satisfying as its chilling payoff.

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Dahlia Balcazar

Bitch Media

Mar 11, 2021

Most of the best moments from the book make it into the series.

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Chris Stuckmann

ChrisStuckmann.com

Mar 2, 2019

I really thought it was different, and mature. Henry Thomas, great to see him in this show, what a great actor.

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Emily St. James

Vox

Nov 21, 2018

The result is deeply creepy but unexpectedly moving, especially in the series' gorgeously paced midsection.

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Zofia Wijaszka

Nerdspin

Feb 19, 2024

A+

While bestowing upon us a story about the Crain family, [Flanagan] also touches upon the matters of grief, addiction, and healing; all in the horror setting.

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Dann Gire

Chicago Daily Herald

Nov 2, 2021

Henry Thomas leads a stellar cast dealing with a malevolent house that apparently loves the color turquoise.

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Robin Holabird

Oct 15, 2021

Flanagan's appreciation for the classics in his Haunting projects proves compelling and unsettling.

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Benjamin G

@BxDxGx Oct 21, 2026

I don’t understand how this show has such high reviews. I’m somewhat a horror buff and this isn’t doing it for me at all, I’m currently 3 episodes in and feel like I am having to force myself to keep watching a 93% Rotten Tomato score that is shot well enough from a cinematography perspective with some decent acting but that’s about it so far. The back and forth between past and present is laborious to track and whatever the show is building up to has me barely intrigued.

Kalissa H

@kali_416 Oct 14, 2026

I think this series just wasn’t for me. By the end, I felt like it was repetitive. I just dreaded having to finish it, by the end. I wasn’t attached to the characters or anything. I don’t know why I wasn’t impressed by it.

Teddy B

@RT90521672 Oct 12, 2026

Chilling and definitely enjoyable, 'The Haunting of Hill House' finds decent substitutes for the elements of the classic Jackson masterpiece Flanagan chooses to adapt, with sure enough direction that it generally hits more than it misses.

Daniel K

@RT73008266 Oct 11, 2026

Hate to say I thought something was perfect but here I am. I loved it the first watch and still love it 10 rewatches in

Katy H

@k80sue Oct 9, 2026

Hands down my favorite horror mini series. So F-ing scary with the most beautiful ending. What a ride, man!

Wasiur R

@RT51762015 Oct 6, 2026

This was like being in 5 course dinner where each course is the same below average appetizer with fancy presentation, and the main course doesn’t arrive. Regret wasting 10 hours of my life. No real story, loosely referencing trauma, family bonds etc. to make up for any lack of coherent storytelling or meaning in general.

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Mike Flanagan

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Mike Flanagan

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Michiel Huisman

Steven Crain

Carla Gugino

Olivia

Timothy Hutton

Hugh Crain

Elizabeth Reaser

Shirley Crain

Episode 1

Aired Oct 12, 2018

Steven Sees a Ghost

While investigating a ghost story for his latest novel, skeptical Steven receives a call from his sister that triggers a chain of fateful events.

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Episode 2

Aired Oct 12, 2018

Open Casket

A devastating family tragedy stirs memories of traumatic losses, reminding Shirley of her first brush with death -- and awakening long-dormant fears.

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Episode 3

Aired Oct 12, 2018

Touch

Keenly perceptive Theo sees shades of herself in a troubled young patient, a girl who's haunted by the menacing grin of "Mr. Smiley."

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Episode 4

Aired Oct 12, 2018

The Twin Thing

Still wrestling with addiction -- and an unshakable fright -- frantic Luke tries to save a friend while sensing his twin sister is in danger.

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Episode 5

Aired Oct 12, 2018

The Bent-Neck Lady

A dark specter with an unsettling silhouette has haunted Nell since she was a girl; now "the Bent-Neck Lady" is back -- and she's calling Nell home.

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Episode 6

Aired Oct 12, 2018

Two Storms

It's a reunion for all the wrong reasons when Hugh flies in for the funeral, coming face to face with his estranged children on a dark, stormy night.

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Episode 7

Aired Oct 12, 2018

Eulogy

As the Crains gather to say their final goodbyes, a flashback reveals Mr. Dudley's connection to the house -- and exposes a secret in the walls.

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Episode 8

Aired Oct 12, 2018

Witness Marks

A familiar terror revisits Shirley and Theo on Halloween night as Hugh and Steve go looking for Luke, who disappeared on a deadly errand.

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Episode 9

Aired Oct 12, 2018

Screaming Meemies

While struggling to discern dreams from reality, Olivia fears for her children's safety, a motherly instinct Mrs. Dudley urges her to embrace.

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Episode 10

Aired Oct 12, 2018

Silence Lay Steadily

The Red Room's contents are finally revealed as the Cranes return to the house to confront old ghosts, unspeakable secrets and an insatiable evil.

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