The House of the Spirits

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Season 1
Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5

Critic Reviews

  1. Variety
    Reviewed by: Aramide Tinubu
    Apr 29, 2026
    100
    “The House of the Spirits” is exceptional, not simply because of Allende’s eloquent and timeless storytelling, but because of the actors who have brought these characters to life in the way they should have always been rendered.
  2. Decider
    Reviewed by: Joel Keller
    Apr 29, 2026
    80
    The House Of The Spirits is a well-acted, beautifully-shot adaptation of Allende’s classic novel that takes its time to luxuriate in the lives of Clara and Esteban but keeps things moving as the story progresses through over 50 years.
  3. RogerEbert.com
    Reviewed by: Lacy Baugher
    Apr 28, 2026
    80
    It’s not a perfect adaptation by any stretch, but this “The House of the Spirits” is a remarkably tenacious and ambitious attempt.
  5. Collider
    Reviewed by: David Caballero
    Apr 23, 2026
    80
    The House of the Spirits thrives because it respects its source material and, more importantly, understands its main thematic concerns. It's not a seamless transition from page to screen, but considering the somewhat unyielding nature of Allende's masterwork, the show is as great an adaptation as we'll probably get.