Mike Flanagan is all set to return with yet another horror masterpiece. His new work, The Haunting Of Hill House Season 2, is almost ready to be at the screens again. The cast and crew have finally wrapped up the shoot of the second installment. When can we watch new episodes? Here’s everything to know.
The Haunting of Hill House debuted on Netflix back in October 2018. The series soon became one of the best creations in the genre of all time. Hence, due to its immense popularity, the streamer confirmed that the show would return for a second round. However, being an anthology series, the sequel would not feature the Crain family again. We will move out of the Hill House into another haunted mansion this year.
The Haunting Of Hill House Season 2: Production Wrap!
The debut season of Netflix’s popular anthology worked really well for the audience and critics alike. In fact, the series turned out to be a huge commercial success for the streaming platform. Hence, the streamer took no time to sign in Flanagan again. The renewal was announced back in early-2019. Filming for the installment began right after, and actors were signed in to play certain roles.
On February 23, 2020, Mike Flanagan officially announced the production wrap of ‘the Haunting Of Hill House Season 2. In a tweet, the show creator thanked and congratulated the cast and crew and the filmmakers who came on board to make this season. The sequel is currently under pre-production now and will soon hit at the screens.
That’s a wrap on THE HAUNTING OF BLY MANOR. Congratulations to the cast and crew, the familiar faces and the new, and congratulations to the filmmakers who came on board to make this season their own.
— Mike Flanagan (@flanaganfilm) February 21, 2020
What Is Season 2 About?
The second season of The Haunting Of Hill House will move on from the plot of the first season. It will now center around another haunted mansion this time. The story of the new installment will be loosely based on the 1898 horror novella The Turn of the Screw by Henry James. Henceforth, Season 2 of the show is titled “The Haunting Of Bly Manor” instead.
The story of the second chapter will focus upon a governess who is hired to take care of two kids. The three of them experience paranormal things while living in the Bly Manor. However, Mike Flanagan intends to take inspiration from Henry James’ other works as well. The great author has some of the best works in the horror genre of all time. Hence, aside from The Turn Of The Screw, fans will get to see a few references from James’ other piece of works as well.
The Haunting Of Bly Manor: Cast Members
The second season of Netflix’s popular horror anthology will bring back a few fine actors from its debut season. The Haunting Of Bly Manor will feature talented actress Victoria Pedretti in the lead role. She was previously seen as Nellie Crain on Season 1. This time around, Pedretti will play the central character of Dani, the governess in Bly Manor.
On the other hand, The Haunting Of Hill House Season 2 will bring back Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Kate Siegel, and Henry Thomas, as well. The three of them were important parts of the debut season. Luckily, fans will get to watch them play major roles this time as well. Oliver’s character is named Peter, whereas Kate’s part is still undisclosed. Catherine Parker, who performed the short and effective role of Poppy Hill, will have enough screen time this season.
Other than the Season 1 alumni, The Haunting Of Bly Manor will bring in some brand new faces to the screens. Young actors, Benjamin Ainsworth, and Amelia Smith have been cast in the central roles of the kids, Miles, and Flora. Secondly, beautiful actresses T’Nia Miller and Amelia Eve will be seen playing crucial characters. Moreover, popular actor Rahul Kohli is set to play a lead role in The Haunting Of Hill House Season 2.
The Haunting Of Hill House Season 2: Release Date
Netflix is yet to announce the official release date of the popular series. However, according to speculations, The Haunting Of Hill House Season 2 may premiere sometime around Halloween this year. As of now, an October 2020 premiere date is highly likely. Although since the filming is already under the wrap, new episodes may arrive earlier than we expect. Currently, fans will have to wait for formal confirmation from the streamer. Hence, we promise to update this section as soon as the news arrives.