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The Best Episodes of The Haunting of Hill House Season 1

Every episode of The Haunting of Hill House Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Haunting of Hill House Season 1!

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Flashing between past and present, a fractured family confronts haunting memories of their old home and the terrifying events that drove them from it.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Haunting of Hill House Season 1 Episode 1 - Steven Sees a Ghost
    8.1/10(11450 votes)

    #1 - Steven Sees a Ghost

    S1:E1

    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:Unknown

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  2. The Haunting of Hill House Season 1 Episode 2 - Open Casket
    7.8/10(10314 votes)

    #2 - Open Casket

    S1:E2

    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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  3. The Haunting of Hill House Season 1 Episode 3 - Touch
    8.6/10(10400 votes)

    #3 - Touch

    S1:E3

    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

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  4. The Haunting of Hill House Season 1 Episode 4 - The Twin Thing
    8.5/10(10173 votes)

    #4 - The Twin Thing

    S1:E4

    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

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  5. The Haunting of Hill House Season 1 Episode 5 - The Bent-Neck Lady
    9.5/10(16410 votes)

    #5 - The Bent-Neck Lady

    S1:E5

    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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  6. The Haunting of Hill House Season 1 Episode 6 - Two Storms
    9.3/10(14538 votes)

    #6 - Two Storms

    S1:E6

    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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  8. The Haunting of Hill House Season 1 Episode 7 - Eulogy
    8.2/10(8976 votes)

    #7 - Eulogy

    S1:E7

    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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  9. The Haunting of Hill House Season 1 Episode 8 - Witness Marks
    8.8/10(9398 votes)

    #8 - Witness Marks

    S1:E8

    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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  10. The Haunting of Hill House Season 1 Episode 9 - Screaming Meemies
    8.8/10(9385 votes)

    #9 - Screaming Meemies

    S1:E9

    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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  11. The Haunting of Hill House Season 1 Episode 10 - Silence Lay Steadily
    8.5/10(10299 votes)

    #10 - Silence Lay Steadily

    S1:E10

    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.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Steven Sees a Ghost" is the best rated episode of "The Haunting of Hill House" season 1. It scored 8.1/10 based on 11450 votes. Directed by Mike Flanagan and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/12/2018. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Open Casket".