The Haunting of Hill House: Netflix’s Most Terrifying Series Yet — Rated 8.5 on IMDb
OTT platforms are filled with content across genres — comedy, romance, crime, and suspense — but few horror series truly stand out. One show, however, has gone beyond expectations, leaving viewers both thrilled and terrified. We’re talking about The Haunting of Hill House, one of the most acclaimed horror series ever released on Netflix.
Based on the iconic 1959 novel by Shirley Jackson, this American supernatural horror series was released in 2018 and has since become a genre-defining show. It’s been widely praised for its psychological depth, emotional storytelling, and bone-chilling horror. It’s often referred to as the scariest series in OTT history, earning an impressive 8.5 rating on IMDb. Even horror legend Stephen King called it “close to a work of genius.”
The story alternates between two timelines — 1992 and 2018. In 1992, the Crain family—Hugh, Olivia, and their five children—moved into Hill House, an old mansion they plan to renovate. But the house holds sinister secrets. Ghosts, eerie visions, and Olivia’s deteriorating mental state lead to a terrifying tragedy. Olivia dies under mysterious circumstances, and the family escapes — but they are forever scarred.
Flash forward to 2018. The Crain siblings, now adults, are drawn back into the horrors of Hill House. As buried secrets resurface and paranormal events begin again, they must confront the trauma of their past and the evil that still haunts their childhood home.
This 10-episode series, each lasting between 50 to 70 minutes, blends psychological tension, supernatural horror, and emotional depth in a way few shows ever have. It’s a must-watch — but only if you dare.
Note: This show is not suitable for children due to intense horror elements and disturbing content.
