‘The Fall of the House of Usher’: Where to Buy Edgar Allen Poe’s Original Short Story Adapted for Netflix
variety.comAnna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. “The Fall of the House of Usher” is Netflix‘s buzziest new release this month, so it makes sense that the Edgar Allan Poe short story it’s based off of is also having a moment.
The book, which was published in 1839, is trending on Google following the inspired series’ debut on Thursday night. Buy Now On Amazon Donning the same title, the horror series follows sibling duo Roderick (Bruce Greenwood) and Madeline Usher (Mary McDonnell), who are at the front of their Fortunato Pharmaceuticals empire.
Together, the Ushers have established an empire of wealth, privilege and power — but at a cost. The family’s dark, shady past seemingly comes to light as heirs from the dynasty begin dying at the hands of a mysterious woman from their youth.
The first trailer gave audiences a glimpse at the gruesome killings to come, at the hands of a haunting woman who shares grievances with the family from events in their younger years.
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