Rose Red (2002) is a supernatural horror miniseries written by Stephen King and directed by Craig R. Baxley. The story revolves around a sprawling and mysterious mansion called Rose Red, located in Seattle, which is believed to be haunted and alive. The house has a dark history, with numerous unexplained deaths and disappearances over the decades.
The plot follows Dr. Joyce Reardon (played by Nancy Travis), a psychology professor obsessed with proving the existence of paranormal phenomena. She ᴀssembles a group of individuals with psychic abilities to investigate Rose Red, hoping to awaken the dormant supernatural forces within the house. As they explore the mansion, it becomes clear that Rose Red feeds on the psychic energy of its inhabitants, and the group experiences terrifying and ᴅᴇᴀᴅly encounters as the house begins to reveal its true nature.
The miniseries is known for its eerie atmosphere, intricate storyline, and intense psychological horror, typical of Stephen King’s work. Rose Red explores themes of obsession, fear, and the unknown, with the haunted house itself serving as a malevolent and unpredictable character. It is praised for its suspenseful pacing and its blend of classic haunted house tropes with a fresh, unsettling narrative.
