TV series
The nightmare of your dreams.
An anthology horror drama series centering on different characters and locations, including a house with a murderous past, an asylum, a witch coven, a freak show, a hotel, a farmhouse in Roanoke, a cult, the apocalypse and a summer camp.
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Checked Sep 2, 2026
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An anthology horror drama series centering on different characters and locations, including a house with a murderous past, an asylum, a witch coven, a freak show, a hotel, a farmhouse in Roanoke, a cult, the apocalypse and a summer camp.
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Episode 1
A therapist and his family move across the country to escape their troubled past but quickly discover that their new home comes with its own horrific baggage.
Directed by Ryan MurphyWritten by Ryan Murphy, Brad FalchukGuest stars Jamie Brewer, Frances Conroy, Christian Serratos, Shelby Young, Bianca Lawson, Andy Umberger, Alexandra Breckenridge, Anthony Ruivivar
Episode 2
Vivien and Violet get themselves caught in a dangerous situation. Meanwhile, Ben goes back to Boston to fix a mistake that he made.
Directed by Alfonso Gomez-RejonWritten by Ryan Murphy, Brad FalchukGuest stars Jamie Brewer, Frances Conroy, Jamie Harris, Shelby Young, Mageina Tovah, Michael Graziadei, Azura Skye, Kate Mara
Episode 3
Vivien learns the horrific truth about the house's first residents and Ben's visitor causes him to further unravel about what really happened in the haunted house. Constance and Moira have their history revealed.
Directed by Bradley BueckerWritten by Jennifer SaltGuest stars Lily Rabe, Matt Ross, Frances Conroy, Adina Porter, Eve Gordon, Eric Close, Kate Mara, Alexandra Breckenridge
Episode 4
The line between the living and the dead blurs on Halloween. Two of the house's previous residents give the Harmons decorating advice.
Directed by David SemelWritten by Tim Minear, James WongGuest stars Teddy Sears, Lily Rabe, Jamie Brewer, Morris Chestnut, Matt Ross, Frances Conroy, Missy Doty, Michael Graziadei
Episode 5
Tate comes face to face with his past, and Ben and Vivien are haunted by a new houseguest before Halloween night comes to an end.
Directed by David SemelWritten by Tim Minear, James WongGuest stars Teddy Sears, Lily Rabe, Jamie Brewer, Morris Chestnut, Matt Ross, Frances Conroy, Missy Doty, Michael Graziadei
Episode 6
Constance enlists Violet's assistance with Tate. Ben helps a new patient confront his fears.
Directed by Michael UppendahlWritten by Jessica SharzerGuest stars Morris Chestnut, Matt Ross, Frances Conroy, Sarah Paulson, Eric Stonestreet, Brando Eaton, Ashley Rickards, Azura Skye
Episode 7
Moira persuades a buyer to make an offer while Constance and Larry work against her efforts.
Directed by Tim HunterWritten by Brad FalchukGuest stars Lily Rabe, Morris Chestnut, Matt Ross, Frances Conroy, Alexandra Breckenridge, Rosa Salazar, David Anthony Higgins, Christine Estabrook
Episode 8
The man in the rubber suit is revealed.
Directed by Miguel ArtetaWritten by Ryan MurphyGuest stars Teddy Sears, Lily Rabe, Morris Chestnut, Frances Conroy, Eric Close, Azura Skye, Kate Mara, Kathleen Rose Perkins
Episode 9
One of history's most famous murder victims pays the house a visit. Constance discovers more of Tate's bad behavior.
Directed by John ScottWritten by Jennifer SaltGuest stars Mena Suvari, Morris Chestnut, Matt Ross, Frances Conroy, Sarah Paulson, Joshua Malina, April Grace, Eve Gordon
Episode 10
Violet learns about the rules of the house. The truth about Larry's condition is explained. Constance is interrogated by the police.
Directed by Michael LehmannWritten by James WongGuest stars Jamie Brewer, Rebecca Wisocky, Derek Richardson, W. Earl Brown, Gregory Sporleder, Michael Graziadei, Charles S. Dutton, Malaya Rivera Drew
Episode 11
Vivien gives birth. Tate and Violet attempt to rid the house of some of its ghosts for good.
Directed by Alfonso Gomez-RejonWritten by Tim MinearGuest stars Teddy Sears, Lily Rabe, Matt Ross, Frances Conroy, Sarah Paulson, Kate Mara, Rosa Salazar, Zachary Quinto
Episode 12
In the aftermath of family tragedy, Ben tries to take his child out of the Murder House. Meanwhile, Violet and Vivien accustom themselves to their new living arrangements, Constance raises Tate's child as her own and a new family buys the house.
Directed by Bradley BueckerWritten by Jessica SharzerGuest stars Lily Rabe, Mena Suvari, Jamie Brewer, Frances Conroy, Azura Skye, Charles S. Dutton, Kate Mara, Alexandra Breckenridge
Episode information updated Sep 19, 2026
Connie BrittonVivien Harmon
Joseph FiennesMonsignor Timothy Howard
Michael ChiklisDell Toledo
Sarah PaulsonTuberculosis Karen / Mamie Eisenhower
Kathy BatesMiriam Mead / Delphine LaLaurie
Cheyenne JacksonSidney Aaron James
Angelica RossNurse Rita
Lizzie BrocheréGrace Bertrand
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Ryan Murphy TelevisionUnited States
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