The Enfield Haunting -

Premise: “The Enfield Haunting” is a three-part drama series based on the real-life events of the Enfield Poltergeist incident that occurred in the late 1970s in London. The story revolves around the Hodgson family who begin to experience unexplainable and terrifying paranormal activities in their home. The disturbances attract the attention of the media and the supernatural researchers, who embark on a mission to decipher the mysteries surrounding the house.

Main Characters:

Maurice Grosse (played by Timothy Spall): A paranormal investigator, Maurice becomes deeply involved with the case, attempting to understand and alleviate the haunting.
Guy Lyon Playfair (played by Matthew Macfadyen): A skeptical author and researcher who initially doubts the legitimacy of the haunting but soon finds himself immersed in the eerie occurrences.
Peggy Hodgson (played by Rosie Cavaliero): The mother of the Hodgson family, she is desperate to protect her children and find a solution to the unsettling activities in her house.

Themes: “The Enfield Haunting” delves deep into the complexities of belief and skepticism. It challenges the boundaries of what we consider real and unreal. Beyond the supernatural, the series also sheds light on human emotions, relationships, grief, and the lengths one will go to protect their loved ones.

Rating: 4/5 Critics were largely positive about “The Enfield Haunting,” praising its atmospheric tension, strong performances, especially by Timothy Spall, and its balanced approach to a controversial real-life event. Some critiques centered on the pacing and the decision to remain ambiguous in certain aspects of the story.

TV Parental Guidelines Rating: TV-14 Due to its intense supernatural themes, suspenseful sequences, and some mature content, it’s suitable for audiences aged 14 and above.

Broadcast Details: “The Enfield Haunting” aired on Sky Living in 2015.

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