Mike Flanagan has addressed the potential for more “The Haunting” TV shows likeThe Haunting of Hill HouseandThe Haunting of Bly Manorafter moving his future productions from Netflix over to Prime Video. The horror creative produced the two horror miniseries as Netflix exclusives, the first adapting Shirley Jackson’s 1959 novel of the same name, and the second based on Henry James' novellaThe Turn of the Screw. Despite critical praise,The Hauntingseason 3was never created, with Flanagan later leaving Netflix for Prime Video in 2023.
Now,Flanaganhas responded to a question about moreThe HauntingTV shows on Bluesky,confirming the horror anthology series isn’t coming back.However, he has confirmed multiple new series are in the works for Prime Video, specifying that his first for them is going to be an adaptation of Stephen King’sCarrie. Check out what Flanagan had to say below:
I’m doing new series at Amazon, but definitely won’t be related to The Haunting - that chapter of my life is closed. But the new series are an absolutely [sic] blast so far. First up is [Stephen King]’s CARRIE!
What Mike Flanagan’s Statement Means For The Haunting Anthology Series
If Season 3 Happens, He Won’t Be Involved
Flanagan’s statement emphasizes that he’s completely moved on from his creative projects at Netflix,meaningThe Hauntingseries won’t be continuing for season 3 under his watch.While both entries are considered some ofFlanagan’s most terrifying TV shows, it seems his dedication to new projects likeCarrieare the next step in his horror career. It’s also unclear if he could make another season if he wanted to, especially if he doesn’t retain the rights to the show following his departure from the streaming service.
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Other major projects Flanagan is involved with include another entry inThe Exorcistfranchise, as well as hisupcoming adaptation ofThe Dark Tower, King’s dark fantasy book series. Because of how busy he is with these projects, coupled with hints that multiple Prime Video shows are also in the works, it doesn’t sound like he’d have time forThe Hauntingseason 3, even if he wanted to make it. Since he’s moved on, the show will likely remain dormant, though it’s possible Netflix could bring in a new horror director to create a follow-up show in the future.
Our Take On The Haunting Season 3 Not Happening
It Opens The Door For New Flanagan Stories
Although it’s disappointing that another series likeThe Haunting of Hill Housewon’t be coming from Flanagan, the anthology series getting discontinued opens the door for fresh ideas in his future shows. By not focusing on creating a potential season 3, he keeps his creativity for his projects now in development, meaning their horrifying elements will be bolstered by his creativity. Even though it would be great to see him come back to the franchise, it might be for the best as he develops new and exciting movies and TV shows.
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The Haunting of Hill House is a 2018 horror drama series that interweaves the past and present narrative of a family grappling with traumatic occurrences from their former residence. The story explores the psychological and supernatural elements of their experiences as they contend with haunting memories and events.
