The Haunting Of Hill House Season 2: 5 Things To Know About Bly Manor

5. It’s Based On The Turn Of The Screw

Flanagan is basing season 2 on another book. This is Henry James' The Turn of the Screw, first published in 1898.

The story follows a young governess who is hired by a man to take care of his young niece and nephew after the death of their parents. He isn’t interested in raising the children himself and gives the governess full control.

Whilst the children are charming, they often seem strange and the governess starts to suspect that Bly Manor is haunted and wields an evil presence.

The novella has been adapted countless times into varying platforms. However, the most notable adaptations are the 1950 stage play and the 1961 British psychological horror film, both titled The Innocents.