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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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Checked Jul 22, 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
One of the only surviving sideshows in the country struggles to stay in business during the dawning era of television; police make a terrifying discovery at a local farmhouse.
Directed by Ryan MurphyWritten by Ryan Murphy, Brad FalchukGuest stars Naomi Grossman, David Shiflett, John Carroll Lynch, Grace Gummer, Jyoti Amge, Christopher Neiman, Ross Britz, Major Dodson
Episode 2
A citywide curfew threatens to shut down the freak show; a strongman from Ethel's troubled past arrives at camp; Gloria arranges a terrifying play date for Dandy; the Tattler Twins reveal a talent that could knock Elsa from the spotlight.
Directed by Alfonso Gomez-RejonWritten by Tim MinearGuest stars Naomi Grossman, David Shiflett, John Carroll Lynch, Jyoti Amge, Christopher Neiman, Patti LaBelle, Tony Bentley, Judd Lormand
Episode 3
The freaks refuse to perform on Halloween due to an old carny superstition; Jimmy is smitten by a woman claiming to be a fortuneteller; Ethel receives life-changing news.
Directed by Michael UppendahlWritten by James WongGuest stars Lee Hudson, Wes Bentley, Naomi Grossman, John Carroll Lynch, Celia Weston, Jyoti Amge, Christopher Neiman, Patti LaBelle
Episode 4
Edward Mordrake continues his search for a Freak to add to his ghostly coterie. Elsa tells the grisly story of her days in Germany. Jimmy and Maggie have a run-in with the Twisted Clown.
Directed by Howard DeutchWritten by Jennifer SaltGuest stars Wes Bentley, Naomi Grossman, John Carroll Lynch, Jyoti Amge, Christopher Neiman, Patti LaBelle, Tony Bentley, Vernel Bagneris
Episode 5
Stanley and Maggie hatch a plan to murder the Freaks. Gloria hides the evidence of Dandy's gruesome new hobby. A health scare reveals Desiree may not be the oddity she once thought.
Directed by Michael UppendahlWritten by Jessica SharzerGuest stars Gabourey Sidibe, Matt Bomer, John L. Armijo, Christopher Neiman, Cynthia LeBlanc, Elton LeBlanc, Al Vicente
Episode 6
Elsa unveils a dangerous new act. Stanley puts pressure on Maggie to murder Jimmy. Paul indulges in a secret romance.
Directed by Howard DeutchWritten by John J. GrayGuest stars Naomi Grossman, David Shiflett, Grace Gummer, Jyoti Amge, Christopher Neiman, Lee Tergesen, Rose Siggins, Mat Fraser
Episode 7
The women of the Freak Show rally against Dell after his latest act of violence. A strange encounter with Dandy raises Jimmy’s suspicion about the clown murders.
Directed by Anthony HemingwayWritten by Crystal LiuGuest stars Naomi Grossman, Celia Weston, Grace Gummer, Jyoti Amge, Christopher Neiman, Lee Tergesen, Rose Siggins, Jason King
Episode 8
Recent disappearances around camp raise Ethel’s suspicion of Elsa. Gloria makes a last ditch effort to contain Dandy’s bloodlust.
Directed by Bradley BueckerWritten by Ryan MurphyGuest stars Naomi Grossman, Chrissy Metz, Gabourey Sidibe, Danny Huston, Grace Gummer, Jyoti Amge, Christopher Neiman, Patti LaBelle
Episode 9
In the wake of a tragic loss, Jimmy sinks into a drunken despair. A reading from Maggie spurs Dandy to action. Stanley and Elsa track down the Twins.
Directed by Loni PeristereWritten by Brad FalchukGuest stars Lee Hudson, Naomi Grossman, Chrissy Metz, Gabourey Sidibe, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Jyoti Amge, Christopher Neiman, Lyle Brocato
Episode 10
The death of a Freak sparks troubling behavior in Pepper. Elsa reveals the history of the Freak Show. Desiree grows suspicious of Maggie.
Directed by Bradley BueckerWritten by James WongGuest stars Lily Rabe, Mare Winningham, Naomi Grossman, Celia Weston, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Jyoti Amge, Christopher Neiman, Matthew Glave
Episode 11
Elsa prepares for her move to Hollywood. The Twins grow enamored with a traveling salesman. Dell plots Jimmy’s escape from police custody.
Directed by Michael GoiWritten by Jennifer SaltGuest stars Neil Patrick Harris, Lee Hudson, Jamie Brewer, Chrissy Metz, Angela Sarafyan, Jyoti Amge, J.D. Evermore, Judd Lormand
Episode 12
Dandy gives the Twins troubling information about Chester. Maggie vows to prove her loyalty to Jimmy. The Freaks enforce their harsh code of justice.
Directed by Loni PeristereWritten by Jessica SharzerGuest stars Neil Patrick Harris, Jamie Brewer, David Shiflett, Chrissy Metz, Celia Weston, Danny Huston, Grace Gummer, Angela Sarafyan
Episode 13
The Freaks rebel against new management. Dandy prepares for his debut performance. Elsa arrives in Tinseltown.
Directed by Bradley BueckerWritten by John J. GrayGuest stars Wes Bentley, David Shiflett, John Carroll Lynch, Chrissy Metz, Danny Huston, Grace Gummer, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, David Burtka
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Connie BrittonVivien Harmon
Joseph FiennesMonsignor Timothy Howard
Michael ChiklisDell Toledo
Kathy BatesDelphine LaLaurie
Sarah PaulsonCordelia Goode / Wilhemina Venable / Billie Dean Howard
Cheyenne JacksonWill Drake
Angelica RossThe Chemist / Theta
Lizzie BrocheréGrace Bertrand
FXUnited States
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Ryan Murphy TelevisionUnited States
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