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The Haunting of Hill House: Season 1

10 episodes Premiered Oct 12, 2018 Updated Jul 31, 2026

The Haunting of Hill House is a television series that premiered in 2018. The show follows the Crain family as they confront their past and the memories associated with their old home. The series explores the family's history and the events that drove them from their home. The narrative is presented in a non-linear fashion, with scenes flashing between the past and present. The show is a part of a larger television a

Season overview

The Haunting of Hill House is a television series that premiered in 2018. The show follows the Crain family as they confront their past and the memories associated with their old home. The series explores the family's history and the events that drove them from their home. The narrative is presented in a non-linear fashion, with scenes flashing between the past and present. The show is a part of a larger television anthology series, The Haunting, which is produced by Paramount Television for Netflix. The series premiered on October 12, 2018.

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1·E1 Mytharc

Steven Sees a Ghost

Oct 12, 2018 · 61 min

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

S1·E2 Core

Open Casket

Oct 12, 2018 · 52 min

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

S1·E3 Core

Touch

Oct 12, 2018 · 54 min

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

S1·E4 Core

The Twin Thing

Oct 12, 2018 · 54 min

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

S1·E5 Core

The Bent-Neck Lady

Oct 12, 2018 · 71 min

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.

S1·E6 Core

Two Storms

Oct 12, 2018 · 58 min

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.

S1·E7 Mytharc

Eulogy

Oct 12, 2018 · 61 min

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.

S1·E8 Core

Witness Marks

Oct 12, 2018 · 44 min

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

S1·E9 Mytharc

Screaming Meemies

Oct 12, 2018 · 58 min

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

S1·E10 Mytharc

Silence Lay Steadily

Oct 12, 2018 · 72 min

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