Plot
Roanoke is presented in a “documentary-style” format, mixing found footage and reenactments. It follows a couple, Matt and Shelby Miller, who move to a remote North Carolina farmhouse, unaware that it’s haunted by murderous spirits and a mysterious colony called the Roanoke Colony.
-
The house and surrounding woods are cursed, with violent, supernatural events escalating as the Millers try to survive.
-
The season explores obsession, fame, and the line between reality and fiction, particularly with a meta-narrative showing a documentary crew and reenactments.
-
Themes include revenge, supernatural folklore, and media sensationalism, blending classic horror with psychological tension.
Main Cast
-
André Holland as Matt Miller – Husband trying to protect his family.
-
Sarah Paulson as Shelby Miller – Wife confronting trauma and supernatural threats.
-
Cuba Gooding Jr. as Derek – Part of the “My Roanoke Nightmare” documentary production.
-
Lily Rabe as Audrey Tindall – Actress portraying Shelby in the reenactments.
-
Adina Porter as Lee Harris – Sister of Matt, involved in the aftermath of the haunting.
-
Kathy Bates as Audrey’s mother / cameo roles – Appears in supporting roles within the meta-narrative.
-
Evan Peters as Edward Philippe Mott / colony ghost – Ties to the original Roanoke settlers and the haunted property.
