FX has released new posters for American Horror Story: 13, along with the titles of all thirteen episodes and new plot details that offer our best indication yet of what Ryan Murphy’s “greatest hits” season has in store.
As we previously reported, the thirteenth season of American Horror Story is bringing back a collection of fan-favorite actors and characters from throughout the history of the anthology franchise. Now, with the September 24 premiere only weeks away, FX and Hulu have begun revealing more information about the individual episodes.
What is the first episode of American Horror Story: 13 about?
The premiere episode of American Horror Story: 13 is simply titled “13,” and it will introduce audiences to the new story when the season premieres on September 24. Here’s the official plot synopsis for the first episode:
“After a near-death experience, Ben provides hospice care for a mysterious client in an eerie penthouse.”
The season premiere was written by American Horror Story creators Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk, with Murphy directing.
American Horror Story: 13 episode titles revealed
FX has revealed the titles of all thirteen episodes of the upcoming season:
- Episode 1 – 13
- Episode 2 – 1:13am
- Episode 3 – Rauhnacht
- Episode 4 – Is That All There Is?
- Episode 5 – Date Night
- Episode 6 – The Return of Devil’s Night
- Episode 7 – The Baddest Witch of Them All
- Episode 8 – Hell No
- Episode 9 – The Devil Is In the Details
- Episode 10 – The Prodigal Son
- Episode 11 – Madison’s Happy Ending
- Episode 12 – Sisters in Arms
- Episode 13 – Devil of a Good Time
Several of those titles immediately stand out to longtime American Horror Story fans. “The Return of Devil’s Night” appears to point toward the annual Halloween gathering featured in American Horror Story: Hotel, while “The Baddest Witch of Them All” is sure to have Coven fans speculating about the witches that are returning to the franchise. Meanwhile, “Madison’s Happy Ending” references Emma Roberts’ Coven character Madison Montgomery.
American Horror Story: 13 plot synopses for the first six episodes
In addition to revealing the premiere synopsis, FX has released plot details for the first six episodes of the season.
Episode 1 – “13”
“After a near-death experience, Ben provides hospice care for a mysterious client in an eerie penthouse.” – Written by Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk, directed by Ryan Murphy
Episode 2 – “1:13am”
“Ben struggles with some unusual hospice duties and learns how the job vacancy actually happened.” – Written by Ned Martel and Charlie Carver, directed by Crystle Roberson Dorsey
Episode 3 – “Rauhnacht”
“While hosting a holiday party, Constance deals carefully with two surprise guests, all to keep the special night on course.” – Written by Ned Martel and Charlie Carver, directed by Crystle Roberson Dorsey
Episode 4 – “Is That All There Is?”
“As Constance’s evening winds down, the holiday guests have dark places to go and people to see.” – Written by Ned Martel and Charlie Carver, directed by Alfonso Gomez-Rejon
Episode 5 – “Date Night”
“A friend of Ben’s girlfriend wants to reconnect, whether he is ready to face the past or not.” – Written by Ned Martel and Charlie Carver, directed by Jesse Peretz
Episode 6 – “The Return of Devil’s Night”
“As an unseen threat closes in, the witches of Miss Robichaux’s Academy turn to powers older than the school itself.” – Written by Ned Martel and Charlie Carver, directed by Crystle Roberson Dorsey
Ryan Murphy calls American Horror Story: 13 a “greatest hits season”
The upcoming season is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious installments in American Horror Story history. Ryan Murphy has described the thirteenth season as a “greatest hits season,” bringing together characters and performers from across the anthology’s previous twelve installments.
The returning characters include Constance Langdon, Cordelia Goode, Madison Montgomery, Marie Laveau, Rubber Man, Twisty the Clown, and Kai Anderson, with additional surprises being kept under wraps.
The massive cast includes Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Angela Bassett, Kathy Bates, Emma Roberts, Billie Lourd, Gabourey Sidibe, Leslie Grossman, Joey Pollari, and Jessica Lange. They are joined by Avantika, Jamie Brewer, Elle Chapman, Berto Colon, Alex Consani, Frances Conroy, Mat Fraser, Seth Gabel, Orlando Jones, Paul Anthony Kelly, John Carroll Lynch, Tig Notaro, Madelaine Petsch, Fedor Steer, Mena Suvari, Zach Villa, John Waters, and more.
Several of the returning performers are reprising their most memorable characters rather than taking on entirely new roles. Sarah Paulson is back as Cordelia Goode, Jessica Lange returns as Constance Langdon, Evan Peters reprises Kai Anderson, and John Carroll Lynch returns as Twisty the Clown, while multiple actors are expected to play more than one character from the franchise’s past.
When does American Horror Story: 13 premiere?
American Horror Story: 13 premieres on Thursday, September 24, at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on FX and Hulu. The season consists of 13 half-hour episodes, beginning with a three-episode premiere. Three more episodes will arrive during the premiere week, followed by two episodes each Thursday until the thirteenth and final episode arrives on October 29, just in time for Halloween.
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