Fall Of The House Of Usher Creator Responds to Fan Complaints Over Animal Cruelty Scene

The creator of the hit Netflix series, The Fall Of The House Of Usher, has addressed the backlash from fans regarding a disturbing scene involving animal cruelty. The scene in question has left many viewers outraged and questioning the motives behind the show's production.

A Gruesome Death Sparks Controversy

The Fall Of The House Of Usher, based on Edgar Allen Poe's 1839 short story, has garnered attention for its dark and twisted storyline. However, it is one particular death that has caused an uproar among fans. The series follows Roderick Usher, played by Bruce Greenwood, a corrupt CEO of a pharmaceutical company, and his children as they navigate a world filled with greed and deception.

Creator Responds to Criticism

Mike Flanagan, the creator of the show, who is known for his work on The Haunting Of Hill House and The Haunting Of Bly Manor, has responded to the criticism. He explained that the cat death scene was a hallucination and that the cat is, in fact, alive and well in his version of the story. Flanagan also highlighted the significance of the cat's collar in the final shot of the episode, indicating that all the animal violence was imagined.

Viewer Reactions

Fans took to social media to express their outrage and surprise at the graphic animal cruelty scene. Some viewers were caught off guard and wished they had been warned about the disturbing content beforehand. Others warned fellow viewers about the scene, acknowledging that it could be upsetting to those who are sensitive to animal violence.

A Dark and Twisted Series

The Fall Of The House Of Usher is known for its dark and twisted horror, incorporating elements from Edgar Allan Poe's gothic tales. The series features various Poe-inspired storylines, including The Black Cat, The Raven, The Tell-Tale Heart, and The Murders in Rue Morgue.

The show is currently available for streaming on Netflix.