Everything We Know About American Horror Story Season 13 – And What We’re Hoping For in the (Possible) Final Chapter
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After over a decade of twisted tales, gothic glam, and genre-bending chaos, American Horror Story is inching toward what many believe could be its final curtain call: Season 13. Though details remain shrouded in mystery, speculation is running wild among fans and critics alike. Could this be the grand finale? And more importantly—if it is—what do we want from this legendary series in its potentially final act?
What’s Been Confirmed So Far?
Let’s start with the facts: Season 13 is happening, but production hasn’t yet begun. FX has remained largely tight-lipped about the theme, cast, or release date. However, series co-creator Ryan Murphy has hinted at the return of franchise stalwarts Sarah Paulson and Evan Peters. While not a firm confirmation, their involvement would mark a fitting return for what might be the show’s swan song. Fans are also hoping for familiar faces like Taissa Farmiga, Lily Rabe, Denis O’Hare, and Emma Roberts to join the final ride.
Sadly, one iconic cast member has already ruled herself out. Jessica Lange, once the undisputed queen of AHS, recently stated in no uncertain terms that she’s not returning. “Oh Christ, no…I’m not doing it,” she remarked bluntly. Despite her continued collaborations with Murphy in other series like Feud, it seems Lange has closed the book on her AHS legacy—unless a surprise cameo is secretly in the works.
Theories and Possibilities: What Could Season 13 Be About?
While no theme has been announced, past clues and fan polls suggest a few intriguing options. Murphy once hinted that the Coven witches from Apocalypse might return. Whether that tease still holds weight in 2025 is unclear. Other fan-driven ideas floated in earlier polls include “Sirens,” “Werewolves,” “Salem,” and even a Halloween-themed season. “Bloody Mary” and “Plague” were poll finalists, and while neither became full seasons, they could serve as inspiration for a final outing.
Another possibility? Drawing from American Horror Stories, the spinoff anthology series. Some episodes from the spinoff have already overlapped with AHS canon—why not go full circle and develop a fan-favorite Stories episode into a full AHS season?
If Season 13 truly is the last hurrah, the show could go out with a bold twist on its own formula—maybe something meta or multiversal. Imagine a plot where characters from every past season collide in a supernatural crossover event, or a dark satire that breaks the fourth wall, following Ryan Murphy and the cast as they attempt to create the ultimate horror season. Think Wes Craven’s New Nightmare meets AHS.
What Would Make for the Perfect Final Season?
Twelve seasons in, AHS has explored nearly every horror trope imaginable—from haunted houses to asylums, cults, freak shows, and aliens. So how do you end a series that’s done everything? Lean into the chaos.
One compelling idea would be to embrace the superstition surrounding the number 13. The season could pay tribute to slasher traditions, picking off characters from every season in a brutal battle royale. Or take a page from Marvel and embrace the multiverse—only here, we’d watch various iterations of Sarah Paulson and Evan Peters face off in a reality-shattering finale. While some might balk at the idea of adding fuel to the multiverse trend, AHS is one of the few shows that could actually pull it off with its anthology framework.
Alternatively, a final season could dive into a fully self-referential format. Imagine the actors playing fictionalized versions of themselves as they film the “final” season of AHS, blurring the line between reality and horror. It would be a love letter to the show’s own mythology—and a fittingly bizarre way to close out a franchise that’s never played by the rules.
Will This Really Be the End?
That’s still unclear. Technically, Season 13 is just the end of AHS’s current renewal agreement. With Ryan Murphy juggling numerous other projects like Grotesquerie, Feud, American Crime Story, and The Beauty, there’s growing belief that FX may not renew AHS for more. Even the fate of American Horror Stories remains uncertain.
Still, this doesn’t mean we’ll never return to the AHS universe. Should Murphy choose to revisit the franchise years down the line—whether in the form of a miniseries, a revival, or a one-off event—FX would likely welcome it. A break could even serve the show well, offering time to recharge creatively and return with renewed purpose.
American Horror Story has had its ups and downs, but it remains one of television’s most daring and experimental horror series. Whether Season 13 is truly the end or just a turning point, the series deserves to go out with ambition, heart, and plenty of gore-soaked surprises. Fans want closure—but they also want chaos, spectacle, and a little bit of that old AHS magic.
Whatever happens, you can bet Season 13 will be one of the most talked-about seasons in the franchise’s history—for better or worse.
Stay tuned for updates as more details emerge about American Horror Story Season 13.
