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American Horror Story

2011 · Anthology · Drama · Horror

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Different seasons enter different horror settings, introducing new characters while often bringing familiar performers back in other roles. The anthology draws on supernatural threats, human cruelty and the unsettling histories of places and communities. Connections sometimes cross between stories, but each season offers its own central situation and a new set of fears to explore.

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Creator
Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk
Starring
Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Jessica Lange
Episode guide
13 listed seasons · 142 released episodes
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A reason to be curious

Why it may suit you.

The anthology structure makes it a useful option if you prefer choosing a particular horror premise to beginning one continuous multi-season plot. Returning actors provide another thread of interest as their roles change. Compare individual season descriptions before choosing, because the settings and kinds of horror vary considerably.

Horror anthologiesChanging settingsReturning ensemble casts

Choose a season as well as a series

American Horror Story is organised around seasonal stories, so choosing it involves a second decision: which premise interests you? A haunted house, a sinister institution or a community of witches creates a different route into horror. The seasonal titles matter because they describe distinct chapters rather than simply identifying another year in the life of one fixed group of people.

Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk created this flexible structure. Its attraction is the opportunity to move between places, periods and kinds of fear while retaining a recognisable ensemble of performers. A viewer who is drawn to one setting may respond differently to another. Looking at each season's individual premise is therefore more useful than assuming the whole catalogue has one uniform story.

Familiar actors do not always mean familiar characters

The opening season, Murder House, introduces the Harmon family, played by Connie Britton, Dylan McDermott and Taissa Farmiga. Jessica Lange appears as Constance Langdon and Evan Peters as Tate Langdon. These are starting points for the anthology, not permanent descriptions of what those performers do throughout every later season. Cast credits need to be read alongside the relevant season title.

Sarah Paulson, Peters and Lange are among the actors associated with multiple chapters and roles. That returning ensemble invites comparison of character types and performance choices, but it is best to avoid assuming an identity based solely on a familiar face. The series also allows connections between stories, which makes recognising a deliberate return different from encountering an actor in a new part.

A practical starting point

Murder House provides the cleanest beginning if you want to follow the anthology in release order and discover its connections as they were introduced. Choosing another season for its premise is also understandable, although individual crossover links can reward earlier viewing. Within a season, keep the episodes in sequence: a seasonal anthology still tells a continuing story across its own instalments.

Check the title carefully when browsing a service. American Horror Stories, with a plural ending, is a separate spin-off with its own episode structure. This page covers American Horror Story. The original series suits viewers interested in horror that changes its social setting and ensemble arrangement over time, while allowing a single season to function as the main unit of a viewing plan.

The essentials

Series facts.

Release year
2011
Series premiere
5 Oct 2011
Format
Seasonal horror anthology
Genres
Anthology · Drama · Horror
Creator
Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk
Typical episode
About 30 minutes
Original language
English
Series status
Running
Creators
Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk
First season
Murder House
Related series
American Horror Stories is a separate spin-off

Series format, language and status: TVmaze. Original dates may differ from a release in your country.

People behind the story

Cast & characters.

Credited performers across the series. Cast and roles can change between seasons.

  • Sarah Paulsonas Cordelia Foxx / Lana Winters / Bette and Dot Tattler / Ally Mayfair-Richards and 7 other roles
  • Emma Robertsas Madison Montgomery / Maggie Esmerelda / Brooke Thompson / Anna Victoria Alcott
  • Gabourey Sidibeas Queenie
  • Jessica Langeas Constance Langdon / Fiona Goode / Elsa Mars / Sister Jude and 2 other roles
  • Taissa Farmigaas Zoe Benson / Violet Harmon / Violet Harmon and other roles across seasons
  • Evan Petersas Tate Langdon / Kai Anderson / Kit Walker / Jimmy Darling and 7 other roles
  • Frances Conroyas Myrtle Snow / Gloria Mott / Sarah "Belle Noir" Cunningham
  • Angela Bassettas Marie Laveau / Desiree Dupree / Lee Harris TV / Actress Monet Tumusiime / Ramona Royale
  • Connie Brittonas Vivien Harmon
  • Dylan McDermottas Ben Harmon
  • Billie Lourdas Winter Anderson / Mallory / Montana Duke / Dr. Hannah Wells and 1 other roles
  • Zachary Quintoas Dr. Oliver Thredson / Sam
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  • Kathy Batesas Madame Delphine LaLaurie / Iris / Ethel Darling / Ms. Miriam Mead and 1 other roles
  • Finn Wittrockas Dandy Mott / Harry Gardener
  • Lily Rabeas Misty Day / Sister Mary Eunice / Shelby Miller / Doris Gardener and 1 other roles
  • Chloë Sevignyas Alex Lowe
  • Lady Gagaas The Countess Elizabeth
  • Zach Villaas Richard Ramirez / The Night Stalker
  • Lizzie Brocheréas Grace Bertrand
  • Wes Bentleyas John Lowe / Ambrose White TV / Actor Dylan
  • Denis O'Hareas Liz Taylor / Spalding / Stanley / Larry Harvey and 3 other roles
  • Leslie Grossmanas Coco St. Pierre Vanderbilt / Margaret Booth / Barbara Read / Ursula Khan and 1 other roles
  • Joseph Fiennesas Monsignor Timothy Howard
  • James Cromwellas Dr. Arthur Arden
  • Cuba Gooding, Jr.as Matt Miller TV / Actor Dominic Marks
  • Russell Toveyas Patrick Read
  • Joe Mantelloas Gino Barelli
  • Michael Chiklisas Dell Toldeo
  • Matt Bomeras Donovan
  • Cheyenne Jacksonas Will Drake / Dr. Rudy Vincent / Sidney Aaron James / John Henry Moore
  • Alison Pillas Ivy Mayfair-Richards
  • Cody Fernas Michael Langdon / Xavier Plympton
  • Gus Kenworthyas Chet Clancy
  • John Carroll Lynchas Mr. Jingles
  • Angelica Rossas Rita / The Chemist / Theta
  • Charlie Carveras Adam Carpenter
  • Matt Czuchryas Dexter Harding
  • André Hollandas Matt Miller
  • Matthew Morrisonas Trevor Kirchner
  • Kim Kardashianas Siobhan Corbyn
  • Annabelle Dexter-Jonesas Sonia Shawcross / Adeline Harding
  • Julie Whiteas Mavis Preecher
  • Adina Porteras Dinah Stevens / Chief Burelson
  • Isaac Powellas Theo Graves / Troy Lord
  • Cara Delevingneas Ivy Ehrenreich
  • Maaz Alias Kamal
  • Joey Pollarias Ben DeSoto
  • Sandra Bernhardas Fran
  • Michaela Jaé Rodriguezas Nicolette
  • Macaulay Culkinas Mickey
  • Ryan Kiera Armstrongas Alma Gardener
  • Patti LuPoneas Kathy Pizazz
  • Neal McDonoughas Dwight "Ike" Eisenhower
  • Kaia Gerberas Kendall Carr
  • Nico Greethamas Cal Cambon
  • Rachel Hilsonas Jamie Howard
  • Rebecca Dayanas Maria Wycoff

Cast data includes credits from TVmaze, under CC BY-SA 4.0, grouped and reformatted for this guide. Additional credits are documented in the editorial sources.

Plan your watch

Seasons & episodes.

13 listed seasons142 released episodes3 scheduled

Browse every listed season and episode. Dates refer to the original release; the catalogue in your selected country may differ.

Season 1: Murder House2011 · 12 listed episodesComplete

Premiere: 5 Oct 2011. Finale: 21 Dec 2011. 12 released regular episodes of 12 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 1: Murder House: original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
01Pilot60 min
02Home Invasion60 min
03Murder House60 min
04Halloween Part 160 min
05Halloween Part 260 min
06Piggy, Piggy60 min
07Open House60 min
08Rubber Man60 min
09Spooky Little Girl60 min
10Smoldering Children60 min
11Birth60 min
12Afterbirth60 min
Season 2: Asylum2012–2013 · 13 listed episodesComplete

Premiere: 17 Oct 2012. Finale: 23 Jan 2013. 13 released regular episodes of 13 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 2: Asylum: original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
01Welcome to Briarcliff60 min
02Tricks and Treats60 min
03Nor'easter60 min
04I Am Anne Frank Part 160 min
05I Am Anne Frank Part 260 min
06The Origins of Monstrosity60 min
07Dark Cousin60 min
08Unholy Night60 min
09The Coat Hanger60 min
10The Name Game60 min
11Spilt Milk60 min
12Continuum60 min
13Madness Ends60 min
Season 3: Coven2013–2014 · 13 listed episodesComplete

Premiere: 9 Oct 2013. Finale: 29 Jan 2014. 13 released regular episodes of 13 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 3: Coven: original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
01Bitchcraft60 min
02Boy Parts60 min
03The Replacements60 min
04Fearful Pranks Ensue60 min
05Burn, Witch. Burn!60 min
06The Axeman Cometh60 min
07The Dead60 min
08The Sacred Taking60 min
09Head60 min
10The Magical Delights of Stevie Nicks60 min
11Protect the Coven60 min
12Go to Hell60 min
13The Seven Wonders60 min
Season 4: Freak Show2014–2015 · 13 listed episodesComplete

Premiere: 8 Oct 2014. Finale: 21 Jan 2015. 13 released regular episodes of 13 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 4: Freak Show: original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
01Monsters Among Us60 min
02Massacres and Matinees60 min
03Edward Mordrake: Part 160 min
04Edward Mordrake: Part 260 min
05Pink Cupcakes60 min
06Bullseye60 min
07Test of Strength60 min
08Blood Bath60 min
09Tupperware Party Massacre60 min
10Orphans60 min
11Magical Thinking60 min
12Show Stoppers60 min
13Curtain Call60 min
Season 5: Hotel2015–2016 · 12 listed episodesComplete

Premiere: 7 Oct 2015. Finale: 13 Jan 2016. 12 released regular episodes of 12 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 5: Hotel: original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
01Checking In90 min
02Chutes and Ladders105 min
03Mommy60 min
04Devil's Night60 min
05Room Service60 min
06Room 3360 min
07Flicker60 min
08The Ten Commandments Killer60 min
09She Wants Revenge60 min
10She Gets Revenge73 min
11Battle Royale70 min
12Be Our Guest70 min
Season 6: Roanoke2016 · 10 listed episodesComplete

Premiere: 14 Sep 2016. Finale: 16 Nov 2016. 10 released regular episodes of 10 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 6: Roanoke: original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
01Chapter 160 min
02Chapter 260 min
03Chapter 360 min
04Chapter 460 min
05Chapter 560 min
06Chapter 660 min
07Chapter 760 min
08Chapter 860 min
09Chapter 960 min
10Chapter 1060 min
Season 7: Cult2017 · 11 listed episodesComplete

Premiere: 5 Sep 2017. Finale: 14 Nov 2017. 11 released regular episodes of 11 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 7: Cult: original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
01Election Night70 min
02Don't Be Afraid of the Dark60 min
03Neighbors from Hell60 min
0411/960 min
05Holes60 min
06Mid-Western Assassin60 min
07Valerie Solanas Died for Your Sins: Scumbag60 min
08Winter of Our Discontent60 min
09Drink the Kool-Aid60 min
10Charles (Manson) in Charge60 min
11Great Again60 min
Season 8: Apocalypse2018 · 10 listed episodesComplete

Premiere: 12 Sep 2018. Finale: 14 Nov 2018. 10 released regular episodes of 10 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 8: Apocalypse: original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
01The End60 min
02The Morning After60 min
03Forbidden Fruit60 min
04Could It Be ... Satan?60 min
05Boy Wonder60 min
06Return to Murder House80 min
07Traitor60 min
08Sojourn60 min
09Fire and Reign60 min
10Apocalypse Then60 min
Season 9: 19842019 · 9 listed episodesComplete

Premiere: 18 Sep 2019. Finale: 13 Nov 2019. 9 released regular episodes of 9 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 9: 1984: original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
01Camp Redwood67 min
02Mr. Jingles60 min
03Slashdance60 min
04True Killers60 min
05Red Dawn60 min
06Episode 10060 min
07The Lady in White60 min
08Rest in Pieces60 min
09Final Girl65 min
Season 10: Double Feature (Red Tide / Death Valley)2021 · 10 listed episodesComplete

Premiere: 25 Aug 2021. Finale: 20 Oct 2021. 10 released regular episodes of 10 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 10: Double Feature (Red Tide / Death Valley): original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
01Cape Fear50 min
02Pale52 min
03Thirst69 min
04Blood Buffet62 min
05Gaslight62 min
06Winter Kills60 min
07Take Me to Your Leader60 min
08Inside60 min
09Blue Moon61 min
10The Future Perfect60 min
Season 11: NYC2022 · 10 listed episodesComplete

Premiere: 19 Oct 2022. Finale: 16 Nov 2022. 10 released regular episodes of 10 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 11: NYC: original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
01Something's Coming61 min
02Thank You for Your Service61 min
03Smoke Signals60 min
04Black Out63 min
05Bad Fortune60 min
06The Body60 min
07The Sentinel53 min
08Fire Island57 min
09Requiem 1981/1987 Part One61 min
10Requiem 1981/1987 Part Two51 min
Season 12: Delicate2023–2024 · 9 listed episodesComplete

Premiere: 20 Sep 2023. Finale: 24 Apr 2024. 9 released regular episodes of 9 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 12: Delicate: original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
01Multiply Thy Pain62 min
02Rockabye61 min
03When the Bough Breaks60 min
04Vanishing Twin60 min
05Preech60 min
06Opening Night63 min
07Ave Hestia60 min
08Little Gold Man53 min
09The Auteur51 min
Season 13: 132026 · 13 listed episodesListed

Premiere: 24 Sep 2026. Scheduled finale: 29 Oct 2026. 10 released regular episodes of 13 ordered.

American Horror Story Season 13: 13: original episode titles, first air dates and runtimes
No.EpisodeFirst releaseLength
011343 min
021:13 AM44 min
03Rauhnacht32 min
04Is That All There Is?29 min
05Date Night26 min
06The Return of Devil's Night24 min
07The Baddest Witch of Them All33 min
08Hell No43 min
09The Devil Is in the Details45 min
10The Prodigal Son35 min
11Madison's Happy EndingScheduled44 min
12Sisters in ArmsScheduled30 min
13Devil of a Good TimeScheduled30 min

Season, episode and cast data from TVmaze. Selected and reformatted under CC BY-SA 4.0. Download this series dataset. Unannounced dates and titles remain open.

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