The Haunting Timeline ( Real )

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October 14, 1959

Release of the Original Novel

The novel 'The Haunting of Hill House' by Shirley Jackson, which inspired the movie 'The Haunting,' was published.

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June 20, 1963

Release of 1963 Film Adaptation

The first film adaptation of Shirley Jackson's novel, titled 'The Haunting,' was released, directed by Robert Wise.

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July 23, 1999

Release of 1999 Movie 'The Haunting'

The movie 'The Haunting,' a supernatural horror film directed by Jan de Bont, was released in the United States.

The Haunting Timeline ( Fictional )

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Late 1800s

Hill House Built

Hill House is constructed by Hugh Crain in the 19th century, beginning its haunted history.

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Early 1900s

Early Paranormal Activity

Strange noises and ghostly sightings begin in Hill House, establishing its reputation as haunted.

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Mid 1900s

Quinn Family Tragedy

The Crain family members experience various tragedies and disappearances linked to the house.

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Summer 1970

Dr. John Markway’s Invitation

Dr. Markway invites a group to Hill House to study its supernatural phenomena scientifically.

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July 1970

Gathering at Hill House

Eleanor, Theodora, Luke, and Dr. Markway arrive at Hill House to participate in the paranormal study.

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July 1970

Eleanor’s Psychological Breakdown

Eleanor experiences increasingly disturbing visions and emotional instability triggered by the house.

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Late July 1970

Supernatural Manifestations Escalate

The house shows terrifying ghostly activity including physical attacks against the group.

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End of July 1970

Final Confrontation with the House

Eleanor vanishes inside the house and is presumed dead as the group flees the haunted estate.