The House with a Clock in Its Walls (2018) is a fantasy horror film directed by Eli Roth, based on the novel by John Bellairs. The story follows Lewis Barnavelt, a young orphan who moves in with his eccentric uncle, Jonathan, in a mysterious, magical house. Soon after arriving, Lewis discovers that his uncle and their neighbor, Florence, are both practitioners of magic. They also uncover a dark secret: the house contains a hidden clock that has the power to bring about the end of the world.

As Lewis becomes entangled in his uncle’s magical world, he learns of the nefarious plans of a former magician named Isaac Izard, who created the clock. In a race against time, Lewis must use his newfound magical abilities to stop the clock and save the world. The film blends elements of adventure, fantasy, and mild horror, offering a family-friendly yet thrilling tale about courage, friendship, and the power of magic.