American Horror Story

American Horror Story (2011- )

RunningScripted showDrama, Horror, Thriller

American Horror Story is an horror television anthology series. Each season is conceived as a self-contained miniseries, following a disparate set of characters and settings, and a storyline with its own beginning, middle, and end. While some actors appear for more than one year, they play completely different roles in each season.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 22:00 (60 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did American Horror Story premiere?

American Horror Story premiered on October 5, 2011.

What is the overarching theme of the first season of American Horror Story?

The overarching theme of the first season, titled "Murder House", is haunted places.

In which season of American Horror Story does Jessica Lange not appear in a main role?

Jessica Lange does not appear in a main role in the fifth season, "Hotel".

What is the subtitle of the second season of American Horror Story?

The second season of American Horror Story is subtitled "Asylum".

What is the name of the witch played by Jessica Lange in the third season of American Horror Story?

The name of the witch played by Jessica Lange in the third season, "Coven", is Fiona Goode.

Which real-life hotel served as inspiration for the setting of the fifth season of American Horror Story?

The fifth season, "Hotel", was inspired by the Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles.

Who plays the character of Tate Langdon in the first season of American Horror Story?

The character of Tate Langdon in the first season, "Murder House", is played by Evan Peters.

What is the subtitle of the ninth season of American Horror Story?

The ninth season of American Horror Story is subtitled "1984".

In which season of American Horror Story does Lady Gaga make her debut?

Lady Gaga makes her debut in the fifth season, "Hotel", and also appears in the sixth season, "Roanoke".

What is the name of the character played by Kathy Bates in the fourth season of American Horror Story?

In the fourth season, "Freak Show", Kathy Bates plays the character of Ethel Darling.

What is the subtitle of the seventh season of American Horror Story?

The seventh season of American Horror Story is subtitled "Cult".

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Also known as

  • AHS
  • Зловеща семейна история (Bulgaria)
  • Amerikai Horror Story (Hungary)
  • قصة رعب أمريكية (Morocco)
  • Poveşti de groază americane (Romania)
  • Американская история ужасов (Russian Federation)

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