Movie · 1963
Is The Haunting based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Haunting is based on the book The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson (1959).
The movie was released in 1963.
The book behind The Haunting
The Haunting of Hill House
by Shirley Jackson · first published 1959 · Gothic fiction, horror fiction, weird fiction
1959 novel by Shirley Jackson.
Other adaptations of The Haunting of Hill House
- The Haunting (film, 1999)
Common questions
Is The Haunting based on a book?
Yes. The Haunting is based on the book The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson (1959).
Who wrote the book The Haunting is based on?
The Haunting of Hill House was written by Shirley Jackson and first published in 1959.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Haunting of Hill House before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Shirley Jackson's books
- We Have Always Lived in the Castle (film, 2018)