TV series
Based on the shocking true story.
Ominous letters. Strange neighbors. Sinister threats. A family moves into their suburban dream home, only to discover they've inherited a nightmare.
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Ominous letters. Strange neighbors. Sinister threats. A family moves into their suburban dream home, only to discover they've inherited a nightmare.
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Episode 1
Soon after the Brannock family moves into their dream home, they receive a threatening letter from a mysterious sender — and suffer an unexpected loss.
Directed by Ryan MurphyWritten by Ryan Murphy, Ian BrennanGuest stars Michael Nouri
Episode 2
After hiring a private detective, Dean speaks with a former homeowner who's still shaken by what he endured. Nora and the kids move into a motel.
Directed by Paris BarclayWritten by Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan
Episode 3
The pool of suspects shrinks in the wake of a neighborhood tragedy. Karen offers Nora a way out. A strange visitor tells Dean about the Fourth Turning.
Directed by Ryan MurphyWritten by Ryan Murphy, Ian BrennanGuest stars Aidan Pierce Brennan
Episode 4
As Dean digs deeper into the house's history, Theodora discovers Dakota's disturbing screen name — and Ellie's secret relationship comes to light.
Directed by Paris BarclayWritten by Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan
Episode 5
Nora thinks Dean wrote the letters to scare her into selling, but a DNA test yields surprising results. Contractors uncover something in the basement.
Directed by Jennifer LynchWritten by Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan
Episode 6
Dean and Nora find a hidden room where someone's been living. Theodora shares intriguing intel about Roger Kaplan. The family makes a fateful decision.
Directed by Max WinklerWritten by Reilly Smith, Ian BrennanGuest stars Michael Nouri, Annie Pisapia, Pamela Dunlap, Grace Dumdaw
Episode 7
Nora urges Dean to move on, but the past continues to haunt him. A shocking confession doesn't add up. Back at the house, keen eyes continue to watch.
Directed by Jennifer LynchWritten by Ryan Murphy, Todd Kubrak, Reilly Smith, Ian BrennanGuest stars Michael Nouri, Brittany Bradford, Greg Balla
Episode information updated Sep 16, 2026
Naomi WattsNora Brannock
Bobby CannavaleDean Brannock
Isabel GravittEllie Brannock
Luke David BlummCarter Brannock
Henry Hunter HallDakota
Margo MartindaleMo
Richard KindMitch
Jennifer CoolidgeKaren Calhoun
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