Will Forte Voices Lead in Netflix’s “Haunted Hotel” Debut Today

Lead: Netflix’s new animated comedy Haunted Hotel, starring Will Forte as the ghostly consultant Nathan, premieres today, September 20, on the streaming platform, blending family sitcom and supernatural hijinks. Nut Graf: The former “Saturday Night Live” cast member steps into voice‐acting, anchoring a series that mixes horror tropes with domestic drama and marks Netflix’s latest bid in adult animation.

Animated Horror‐Comedy Meets Family Drama

Haunted Hotel follows Katherine Freeling, a recently divorced mother who inherits the rundown Undervale Hotel, only to discover its staff are both living and spectral. Forte voices Nathan, Katherine’s late brother turned reluctant “management consultant” in the hotel’s haunted halls. The show spans ten 30-minute episodes blending absurd humor, social satire, and mild scares.

High-Profile Creative Team and Cast

Created by Rick and Morty alum Matt Roller, the series enlists executive producers Dan Harmon and Chris McKenna. Alongside Forte, the voice cast includes Eliza Coupe as Katherine, Skyler Gisondo and Natalie Palamides as her children Ben and Esther, and Jimmi Simpson as an 18th-century demon trapped in a child’s body.

Forte’s Transition to Voice Work

Known for his over-the-top comedy roles in MacGruber and Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!, Forte’s turn as Nathan showcases a more nuanced performance. In a podcast interview released Friday, he discussed embracing the show’s darker elements while preserving its heart-and juggling spectral chaos with heartfelt family moments.

Release and Reception

Haunted Hotel launches globally on Netflix today. Early reviews highlight its sharp writing, strong voice performances, and inventive blend of genres, forecasting a warm reception among adult animation fans.