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Netflix’s Haunted Hotel Premieres to Divergent Reviews

Early critics split over lavish horror riffs versus uneven comedy.

Overview

  • Haunted Hotel debuts September 19 on Netflix as an adult animated horror-comedy set in the ghost-packed Undervale hotel.
  • Created by Matt Roller, the series features Eliza Coupe, Will Forte, Skyler Gisondo, Natalie Palamides and Jimmi Simpson.
  • FandomWire praises the show’s ambition, spotlighting flashy set pieces and deep-cut genre Easter eggs.
  • The Guardian dismisses the writing as mediocre and says the humor lands as merely OK.
  • But Why Tho? highlights playful monster-of-the-week storytelling and strong cast chemistry while noting a fragmented feel and occasional dud jokes.