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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
Detective and family man John Lowe investigates a chain of gruesome murders in Los Angeles. A mysterious tip points him to the enigmatic Hotel Cortez.
Directed by Ryan MurphyWritten by Ryan Murphy, Brad FalchukGuest stars Max Greenfield, Mare Winningham, Anthony Ruivivar, Jessica Belkin, Christine Estabrook, Richard T. Jones, Shree Crooks, Helena Mattsson
Episode 2
Fashion mogul Will Drake brings couture to the Hotel Cortez. A model catches The Countess's eye. John learns about the hotel's sadistic first owner.
Directed by Bradley BueckerWritten by Tim MinearGuest stars Max Greenfield, Mare Winningham, Jessica Belkin, Finn Wittrock, Naomi Campbell, Mädchen Amick, Richard T. Jones, Shree Crooks
Episode 3
Alex is pushed to her breaking point after Scarlett stirs up memories of Holden. Donovan is targeted by a dangerous rival of The Countess.
Directed by Bradley BueckerWritten by James WongGuest stars Max Greenfield, Mare Winningham, Finn Wittrock, Naomi Campbell, Mädchen Amick, Richard T. Jones, Shree Crooks, Lennon Henry
Episode 4
John receives an invitation to attend an exclusive Devil's Night Soiree. Alex tries to diagnose Holden's strange condition.
Directed by Ryan Murphy, Loni PeristereWritten by Jennifer SaltGuest stars Mare Winningham, Anthony Ruivivar, Jessica Belkin, Finn Wittrock, Lily Rabe, John Carroll Lynch, Jack Fisher, Barbara Lee Bragg
Episode 5
Alex uses an unconventional treatment to save a dying patient. A Halloween-hating couple tests Iris's limits.
Directed by Michael GoiWritten by Ned MartelGuest stars Darren Criss, Ava Acres, Jessica Belkin, Walker Mintz, Finn Wittrock, Benton Jennings, Thomas Barbusca, Tom Virtue
Episode 6
Ramona and Donovan enact their plan for revenge. Liz Taylor finds true love. The resident of Room 33 is revealed.
Directed by Loni PeristereWritten by John J. GrayGuest stars Mare Winningham, Darren Criss, Jessica Belkin, Charles Melton, Finn Wittrock, Richard T. Jones, Shree Crooks, Helena Mattsson
Episode 7
Will Drake's renovations uncover one of the Hotel's greatest secrets. John undergoes psychiatric evaluation. The Countess learns the fate of her first love.
Directed by Michael GoiWritten by Crystal LiuGuest stars Mare Winningham, Jessica Belkin, Finn Wittrock, Christine Estabrook, Kevin D'Arcy, Richard T. Jones, Tyler Bryan, David Barrera
Episode 8
John closes in on The Ten Commandments Killer. Sally's arrangement with March is revealed.
Directed by Loni PeristereWritten by Ryan MurphyGuest stars Mare Winningham, Jessica Belkin, Kevin Fry-Bowers, Kevin D'Arcy, Richard T. Jones, Lennon Henry, Ven Wolfe, Emmory Mosteller
Episode 9
The Countess is reunited with her one true love. Donovan and Ramona take another stab at revenge. A careless decision lands Alex in hot water.
Directed by Michael UppendahlWritten by Brad FalchukGuest stars Mare Winningham, Ava Acres, Finn Wittrock, Thomas Barbusca, Christopher Foley, Alexandra Daddario, Henry G. Sanders, Tim Scanlon
Episode 10
Alex enlists John's help to contain an outbreak. Donovan learns the Countess' true intentions. Liz and Iris plan to leave the hotel for good.
Directed by Bradley BueckerWritten by James WongGuest stars Mare Winningham, Ava Acres, Finn Wittrock, Thomas Barbusca, Garrett Nichols, Eden Malyn, Adam Lieberman, Alexandra Daddario
Episode 11
Ramona draws vitality from an unlikely source. Sally uses her past to negotiate her future. Scarlett learns the truth of her family's affliction.
Directed by Michael UppendahlWritten by Ned MartelGuest stars Mare Winningham, Gabourey Sidibe, Josh Pence, Ava Acres, Shree Crooks, Lindsay Pulsipher, Cannon Mosteller, Emmory Mosteller
Episode 12
Iris and Liz oversee a new era at the Cortez. John and Alex struggle to adapt to life outside the hotel.
Directed by Bradley BueckerWritten by John J. GrayGuest stars Mare Winningham, Amir Talai, John Michael Young, Charles Melton, Finn Wittrock, Lily Rabe, Christine Estabrook, John Carroll Lynch
Episode information updated Jul 24, 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
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