The Best Episodes Directed By Mike Flanagan

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.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: Meredith Averill

When cancer cancels her plans for college, star student Ilonka finds a sliver of hope at Brightcliffe, a mysterious hospice for terminally ill teens.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A

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.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: Jeff Howard

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

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: Meredith Averill

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

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: Rebecca Klingel

Sheriff Shabazz fields multiple missing persons reports as the town prepares to gather for Good Friday. To protect Erin, Riley brings the truth to light.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A

A fervent Bev calls for faith on the night of Easter vigil. Sarah reveals the results of a troubling experiment — along with a sobering hypothesis.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: Jeff Howard

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

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: Liz Phang

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

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: Scott Kosar

Anya brings bitterness to a tense group therapy session, and Ilonka meets a healer on the grounds. A deep cut sends a shaken Spencer to the infirmary

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A

Erin turns to Riley after receiving upsetting news. Father Paul starts experiencing disturbing side effects. Bev makes a startling discovery.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A

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

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: Charise Castro Smith

Pym digs up disturbing information on Verna. With her marriage on the decline, Tamerlane hosts a turbulent product launch that shatters expectations.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A

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.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A

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.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: Mike Flanagan

Miraculous times leave residents stunned as Leeza pays Joe an important visit. A shocking confession reveals what really happened to Monsignor Pruitt.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A

A wealthy CEO faces a criminal investigation amid tragedy, trauma — and a supernatural threat. The Usher family learns an informant lurks among them.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A

Victorine inches closer to testing her heart technology on a patient until tensions erupt between her and Alessandra. Dupin makes a chilling confession.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A

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

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: Mike Flanagan

A bright-eyed American au pair hopes to make a difference caring for two orphans in a grand English manor. Yet the feeling of dread is undeniable.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: Mike Flanagan

Night falls on Crockett Island as a tight-knit group of rebels take refuge where they can and forge a plan to control the chaos.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A

An unsettling omen washes ashore in the wake of the storm. Later, when the locals gather for a potluck, tragedy strikes — and a miracle occurs.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A

Motivated by money and revenge, Perry hosts an exclusive masque-rave that takes a twisted turn. A young Roderick pitches a revolutionary new opioid.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A

Riley Flynn returns home to family dysfunction, familiar faces and a new priest at St. Patrick's. Elsewhere on the island, a dark storm is brewing.

Director: Mike Flanagan

Writer: N/A