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A community is torn apart by a dangerous cult leader who uses fear as a weapon to gain political power.
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American Horror Story — Cult

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Critics Consensus

American Horror Story: Cult intrigues with timely, over-the-top creepiness - and lots of clowns - despite being hampered by broad political generalizations and occasional holes in the narrative's logic.

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Riese Bernard Autostraddle Oct 5, 2021
The result is surprisingly apolitical and unsurprisingly tasteless. See, we're still living in this moment. Go to Full Review Jen Chaney New York Magazine/Vulture Nov 15, 2017
American Horror Story: Cult ultimately feels like a missed opportunity. Go to Full Review Candice Frederick Heard Tell Sep 22, 2017
Now in its seventh season, Cult, the series has pivoted back to what made it stand out in the first place: an increasingly discomforting storyline that holds a mirror to society. Go to Full Review Mikel Zorrilla Espinof Aug 12, 2019
The first episode shows that the show has the ability to be fascinating, but it is in a very intermittently way. [Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Alberto Carlos Espinof Aug 6, 2019
'American Horror Story: Cult' began shocking, as usually happens in all seasons, and has ended up losing all the strength on the road, becoming almost exhausted and without resources in its end. [Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Alan French Sunshine State Cineplex Oct 10, 2018
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To say that Murphy's series handles this was subtlety would be a lie. Instead, it directly confronts the phobias that we feel as individuals and as a country. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Gabriela O @RT23466324 Jun 14, 2026 I think this season is really underrated. It’s pure horror, real horror life story. I was very thrilled by the idea of a cult and the turn of events at the end. Really loved it. See more Joe L @Hoagie1013 Apr 8, 2026 Worst of the series. I can turn on the news to watch crazy libs yell all the time. Nothing exciting happens. See more Roger Wayne A @Rogeradams6oh6 Dec 29, 2025 It’s okay. Kind of got tiring towards the end. Most fans will like it. Evan Peters did great. See more Vagner S @RT98188681 Nov 26, 2025 The storyline, which explores the crumbling two-party system in the United States, is interesting, and Evan Peters excels in portraying several cult leaders, which he does very well. He’s the only one who manages to make something out of nothing. See more Laurian D @Laurian Nov 10, 2025 I understand why some critics had a problem with the political aspects of this show. Objectively speaking though, it's a hell of a ride. We finally get less gore and more character development and engaging storytelling. This one's right up there next to Asylum and Coven, if not even better on some aspects. See more Kyra G @RT24087988 Oct 5, 2025 I like shows that have a touch of reality and that’s why I like this season so much. I do love the paranormal aspect that AHS usually brings but I thought it was really interesting for the show to step back into reality and take a look at some narratives that are still very real to this day. Whether you agree or disagree, you can’t deny that some of these narratives are very real…people actually believe them. I liked this season’s idea and storyline. They still kept that creepy and unsettling aspect without the need to involve the paranormal, it’s cool to switch things up here and there. I see it’s not for everyone but I thought it was a great season. The idea of Evan playing the role of different cult leaders was intriguing and I felt he did a great job. Evan and Sarah’s performance was, as always, phenomenal. See more Read all reviews
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Ryan Murphy

Creator

Brad Falchuk

Creator

Sarah Paulson

Ally Mayfair-Richards

Alison Pill

Ivy Mayfair-Richards

Evan Peters

Kai Anderson

Adina Porter

Beverly Hope

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 5, 2017 Election Night After the surprising results of the 2016 presidential election, a fearful woman's phobias begin to resurface. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 12, 2017 Don't Be Afraid of the Dark Ally's paranoia intensifies with the arrival of new neighbors and trouble at the restaurant; Oz finds a way to handle his fears with Winter's help. Details Episode 3 Aired Sep 19, 2017 Neighbors From Hell The community turns on Ally in the wake of an employee's death; Beverly reports on a serial killer in the area; Ally and Ivy become the target of a series of disturbing events. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 26, 2017 11/9 Harrison trains a new client at his gym; Beverly contends with competition in the workplace; Ivy has a violent confrontation at a rally. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 3, 2017 Holes Beverly's journalistic integrity is called into question; Kai plans to broadcast a gruesome murder committed by the cult; Ally's phobias reach a new low. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 10, 2017 Mid-Western Assassin An unexpected source reveals the truth behind the cult to Ally; Kai's run for City Council is challenged by a new candidate. Details Episode 7 Aired Oct 17, 2017 Valerie Solanas Died for Your Sins: Scumbag Kai's presence in national headlines attracts a new underground following; the women in the cult find themselves pushed aside before finding inspiration in the stories of an enigmatic stranger. Details Episode 8 Aired Oct 24, 2017 Winter of Our Discontent Ally is released from the psych ward; Vincent conspires against Kai; Samuels and Winter's loyalty is put to the test. Details Episode 9 Aired Oct 31, 2017 Drink the Kool-Aid Kai turns to historical cult leaders for direction; the women must choose on what side of history they will stand. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 7, 2017 Charles (Manson) in Charge Kai's political movement is challenged; the cult learns from the master; Ally uncovers a secret operative in the group. Details Episode 11 Aired Nov 14, 2017 Great Again Kai sets his master plan into motion; Ally reveals the truth to Kai. Details

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Season Info

Synopsis A community is torn apart by a dangerous cult leader who uses fear as a weapon to gain political power.
Director
Bradley Buecker, Gwyneth Horder-Payton, Maggie Kiley, Liza Johnson, Rachel Goldberg, Barbara Brown, Angela Bassett, Jennifer Chambers Lynch
Creator
Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk
Screenwriter
Tim Minear, Crystal Liu, Joshua Green, James Wong, John J. Gray, Adam Penn, Todd Kubrak
Network
FX
Rating
TV-MA (L|S|V)
Genre
Horror, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 5, 2017
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