The Haunting (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1963, The Haunting is a horror film directed by Robert Wise, running about 112 minutes. “You may not believe in ghosts but you cannot deny terror.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dr. Markway, doing research to prove the existence of ghosts, investigates Hill House, a large, eerie mansion with a lurid history of violent death and insanity.
Who’s in it. The Haunting stars Julie Harris as Eleanor Lance, Claire Bloom as Theodora, Richard Johnson as Dr. John Markway and Russ Tamblyn as Luke Sanderson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Haunting has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Haunting page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Haunting tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Haunting (1963)?
- In US, The Haunting is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Haunting worth watching?
- The Haunting holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Haunting?
- The Haunting stars Julie Harris, Claire Bloom, Richard Johnson, Russ Tamblyn and Fay Compton.
- When was The Haunting released?
- The Haunting was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.