American Horror Story (2011)

Synopsis

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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Where to watch

Stream

• Amazon Prime Video
• Disney Plus
• Hulu
• Amazon Prime Video with Ads

Buy

• Amazon Video
• Apple TV Store
• Google Play Movies
• Fandango At Home

Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Sarah Paulson as Tuberculosis Karen / Mamie Eisenhower
• Evan Peters as Rory Manahan
• Denis O'Hare as William Van Henderson
• Lily Rabe as Lavinia Richter
• Kathy Bates as Agnes Mary Winstead
• Emma Roberts as Serena Belinda
• Frances Conroy as Bebe Babbitt
• Jessica Lange as Sister Jude Martin
• Leslie Grossman as Meadow Wilton (archive footage)
• Angela Bassett as Ramona Royale

If you liked American Horror Story, try

• Supernatural
• Dark Shadows
• Tales from the Darkside
• Poldark
• The Terror
• Mayfair Witches
• Creepshow
• American Horror Stories

BingeNext's take

If you’re into shows that mix drama, mystery, and a bit of fantasy with a horror twist, American Horror Story is a great pick. It’s an anthology series, so each season takes you to a new creepy setting, from haunted houses to asylums and even a witch coven, which keeps things fresh and surprising. The cast is fantastic, with familiar faces like Sarah Paulson and Evan Peters bringing these eerie stories to life. With 13 seasons and 145 episodes, it’s perfect for anyone who loves to binge something that’s both spooky and thought-provoking. Watching it feels like stepping into different dark, twisted worlds where you never quite know what’s coming next, making it a thrilling ride for fans of shows like Supernatural or Tales from the Darkside. If you like your horror with a bit of drama and mystery, this one’s worth diving into.