The Haunting

The Haunting (1999)

  • 17% of critics liked it
    (89 reviews)

  • 42% of users liked it
    (116,908 ratings)

In the 1860's, industrialist Hugh Crain financed the construction of Hill House, a beautiful but forbidding mansion where Crain hoped to house a wife and children. However, Crain died an unexplained death at Hill House, and ever since tales have circulated that the mansion is haunted by evil… More

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PG-13, 1 hr. 52 min.
Directed By
Jan de Bont
Genres
Mystery & Suspense, Horror
In Theaters
Jul 1, 1999 Wide
On DVD
Nov 23, 1999
DreamWorks SKG

Critic Reviews

  • Joe Baltake, Sacramento Bee

    All logic is deadened by the obnoxious special effects!

  • , Atlanta Journal-Constitution

    An overpriced mess!

  • Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

    To my surprise, I find myself recommending The Haunting on the basis of its locations, its sets, its art direction, its sound design, and the overall splendor of its visuals.

  • Jay Carr, Boston Globe

    If you crave horror, you're better off seeing The Blair Witch Project a second or third.

  • Susan Stark, Detroit News

    The Haunting is a muddled mess that defies any rationality.

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Featured Audience Ratings

  • moon r


    It's not the first one, that's true. It's a different take on a similar story. A certain scientist wants to do a study, an experiment. He gathers a team together and they meet at this mysterious mansion in upstate New York, all very similar to the first movie, an… More

  • Jeff "


    Somewhat decent remake of the same name, The Haunting lacks the terrifying atmosphere of the original film, and instead relies more on special effects. The result is an entertaining film that isn't too memorable. The film is worth seeing, but compared to the original, it… More

  • Eric A


    Didn't feel scared at all, even as a 10 year old when it was released. Poor effects and poor acting, FAIL.

  • Dead A


    At first, I thought this was going to be really good (sleepless nights, if you know what I mean). I'm not saying that this wasn't good. But it wasn't the best either. Owen Wilson's death (sorry for spoiling, if you haven't watch it) was unnecessary. It was… More

  • Rachel F


    I'm not usually a fan of 'scary' movies, but this one was pretty good. It's got a bit of a psychological thriller-type feel, which I love.

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