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American Horror Story – Freak Show, Episode 1 Monsters Among Us

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92% Tomatometer 12 Reviews
One of the only surviving sideshows in the country struggles to stay in business during the dawning era of television; police make a terrifying discovery at a local farmhouse.
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American Horror Story — Freak Show, Episode 1

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In the season opener, Freak Show sets the template for a compelling character-driven narrative with thoughtful pacing and creepy scares.

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American Horror Story — Freak Show, Episode 1

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Darren Franich Entertainment Weekly 01/21/2015
Freak Show threw several balls into the air in its first hour-the nice girl from the Zodiac scene is being held captive by the clown, alongside a little boy; we haven't even gotten to Angela Bassett and Michael Chiklis yet. Go to Full Review Erik Adams AV Club 01/21/2015
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"Monsters Among Us" goes the unexpected route: It's a season opener with a sense of patience. There's still plenty carnage to be had, but that comes in between scenes that establish characters and explore relationships. Go to Full Review Chuck Bowen Slant Magazine 01/20/2015
It's clear that creators Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk have returned ready to play. Go to Full Review Angela L. Harmon The NitPic 12/16/2019
We got off to an alright start with this premiere. It lacked the excitement of premieres past, but I'm thinking that this season may crescendo rather than fizzle out... Go to Full Review Tom Fitzgerald and Lorenzo Marquez Tom & Lorenzo 06/08/2018
The art direction here is the best it's ever been and absolutely should win an Emmy. Go to Full Review Lacy Baugher Baltimore Sun 01/21/2015
Freak Show already seems like a much more deliberate season than its predecessors. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Episode Info

Synopsis One of the only surviving sideshows in the country struggles to stay in business during the dawning era of television; police make a terrifying discovery at a local farmhouse.
Executive Producer
Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, Dante Di Loreto, Tim Minear, Jennifer Salt, James Wong, Bradley Buecker
Network
FX
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Horror, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 8, 2014