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Coven – American Horror Story

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More than 300 years after the Salem witch trials, attacks have forced girls to be sent to a special school to learn how to protect themselves; a long-absent Fiona Goode, the most powerful witch of her generation, returns to protect the coven.
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American Horror Story — Coven

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A noteworthy ensemble cast combined with creepy storytelling and campy, outrageous thrills make American Horror Story: Coven a potently structured fright-fest.

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Andi Zeisler Bitch Media 01/20/2021
The sheer number of amazing actors who've joined up with creator Ryan Murphy's repertory company is reason enough to watch. Go to Full Review Alison Herman Flavorwire 08/10/2017
But unlike the series' first two iterations, Murder House and Asylum, Coven has finally figured out a way to incorporate feminism convincingly into the DNA of American Horror Story. Go to Full Review Phil Dyess-Nugent AV Club 02/03/2014
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Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk's shows are presented as serial narratives, but these two are not storytellers. Go to Full Review Cameron Ferguson Black Girl Nerds 06/26/2018
Seeing [Jessica Lange and Angela Bassett] cat it out on screen in their various banters was something to live for. Go to Full Review Brad Oswald Winnipeg Free Press 12/13/2013
AHS: Coven certainly displayed more of a sense of humour than the franchise's first two seasons - which is not, however, to say Murphy and Falchuk have eased up on the gore, offbeat violence and freak-show-flavoured psychosexual misbehaviour. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Keisha M. @RT51425514 5d VERY GOOD SEASON!!!! NOT QUITE AS GOOD AS MURDER HOUSE BUT STILL WONDERFUL ACTING I LOVE THAT THEY ARE USING SAME ACTORS IN OTHER SEASONS!! See more Tyler H. @TCHxo Apr 29 Has a charm that other seasons lack. Beautiful ending. Worth a watch! See more david Y @RT13641442 Mar 12 The brilliance of Coven isn't just in its style; it’s in the powerhouse ensemble that turned every scene into a battle of wits. From the moment Jessica Lange and Angela Bassett shared the screen, it was clear we weren't just watching a show... we were watching a heavyweight championship of acting. What makes this season so enduring is how it handled complexity. These characters aren't "good" or "bad" in the traditional sense; they are ambitious, hurt, and fiercely protective of their own power. Whether it was Emma Roberts bringing a razor-sharp bite to Madison Montgomery or Kathy Bates delivering a chillingly grounded performance as Delphine LaLaurie, you found yourself rooting for them even when they were at their worst. You don't necessarily want them to be redeemed; you just want them to win. See more Roger Wayne A @Rogeradams6oh6 Dec 29 This was my first season of AHS I watched and it got me hooked!!! Jessica Lang plays a wonderful villain! Angela Bassett gave a great performance hell they all did! See more Vagner S @RT98188681 Nov 26 Witches, voodoo, and zombies are the highlights of this season, which loses its shine in the final episodes. Even so, the characters are great, and the actors clearly have fun bringing them to life. See more Nicky A @RT02542971 Nov 24 Their best season. I don't think they can ever top this. The actors were amazing and the story was really interesting. Loved it. A masterpiece See more Read all reviews
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Jessica Lange

Fiona Goode

Kathy Bates

Madame Delphine LaLaurie

Sarah Paulson

Cordelia Foxx

Evan Peters

Kyle Spencer

Taissa Farmiga

Zoe Benson

Lily Rabe

Misty Day

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 9, 2013 Bitchcraft A young girl discovers she possesses a strange genetic affliction tracing back to the dark days of Salem; Fiona Goode returns to town. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 16, 2013 Boy Parts Fiona helps Zoe and Madison deal with a horrible tragedy; Delphine LaLaurie struggles to adjust to modern life; Cordelia faces a dark decision about her family. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 23, 2013 The Replacements Fiona takes on an unlikely protégé; a guilt-ridden Zoe tries to give Kyle his old life back; Madison has a fiery exchange with Joan Ramsey. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 30, 2013 Fearful Pranks Ensue Fiona's choices rattle a decades-long truce between the Salem witches and Marie Laveau; the Council of Witchcraft pays a surprise visit to the academy with disturbing allegations. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 6, 2013 Burn, Witch. Burn! Zoe unleashes a new power; Fiona and Myrtle clash over control of the coven; Madame LaLaurie is confronted by old ghosts. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 13, 2013 The Axeman Cometh Zoe, Queenie and Nan make contact with a dark spirit trapped in the academy; Cordelia's new power brings on a heartbreaking revelation. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 20, 2013 The Dead Fiona finds purpose in a dangerous love affair; Queenie questions her place in the Coven; Cordelia makes a decision about her mother. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 4, 2013 The Sacred Taking Cordelia rallies the girls in the fight to stop Fiona; a dangerous new enemy puts Misty in the cross hairs; the rivalry between Marie Laveau and Delphine comes to a head. Details Episode 9 Aired Dec 11, 2013 Head Cordelia's attacker is revealed; Fiona looks to form an alliance with Marie Laveau; Nan learns a disturbing truth about Luke's past. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 8, 2014 The Magical Delights of Stevie Nicks Fiona attempts to out the new supreme with a visit from Stevie Nicks; Cordelia learns the truth about Hank and the witch hunters; Madison tries to eliminate her competition for the supremacy. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 15, 2014 Protect the Coven Fiona and Laveau have a deadly face off with The Corporation; Cordelia makes a desperate sacrifice to protect the Coven. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 22, 2014 Go to Hell Cordelia's latest vision puts the coven's future in question; the girls manifest powerful new gifts; Queenie's search for Marie Laveau leads her to hell and back. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 29, 2014 The Seven Wonders Zoe, Madison, Misty and Queenie undergo the test of the Seven Wonders that will determine the next Supreme. Details

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Season Info

Synopsis More than 300 years after the Salem witch trials, attacks have forced girls to be sent to a special school to learn how to protect themselves; a long-absent Fiona Goode, the most powerful witch of her generation, returns to protect the coven.
Executive Producer
Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, Dante Di Loreto, Tim Minear, James Wong, Jennifer Salt
Network
FX
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Horror, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 9, 2013