Spoiler Alert: This article contains spoilers for American Horror Story season 12.
Summary
- American Horror Story season 13 needs a shocking cliffhanger like Delicate to keep fans engaged.
- Season 13 should feature a mystery with well-crafted twists until the final episode for a compelling story.
- The new season should include clearly defined good and evil characters like Anna and Siobhan, ensuring gripping storytelling.
Since American Horror Story season 12 ended in April 2024, fans have waited for news about the next installment of the popular Ryan Murphy series. At the moment, the plot is a mystery, but viewers are hopeful Murphy will cast Sarah Paulson again since she has played so many fascinating characters. Considering the endless horror tropes and creepy stories each season can tell, it feels like the show could go on forever. However, fans wonder if American Horror Story season 13 will be the final one.
American Horror Story season 12, which is called Delicate, was based on the novel Delicate Condition by Danielle Rollins, and it's a wild ride. When American Horror Story season 13 arrives on FX, it should feature one memorable aspect of AHS: Delicate.
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American Horror Story Season 13 Needs A Cliffhanger Like AHS: Delicate
Stephen King loved the cliffhanger at the end of American Horror Story: Delicate part one, and American Horror Story season 13 should also feature a shocking cliffhanger. Anna Victoria Alcott reads a news story that Babette Eno (Taylor Richardson), the actress who she competes with, died in a car crash. While that would be upsetting enough, viewers learn that Siobhan Corbyn might have been responsible, which is a surprising twist that powers the rest of the season.
If American Horror Story season 13 is split into two parts like season 12 was, then the cliffhanger could happen again at the end of part one. Or, if the entire season airs without a break, the cliffhanger could come at the halfway point. Either way, this storytelling device works for several reasons. It keeps fans invested and encourages them to come up with theories and ideas about what could happen next. That makes the viewing experience more enjoyable, which is important, especially when a show has been on the air for as long as American Horror Story.
While AHS has talented cast members like Jessica Lange, who sadly quit after season 4, each season needs frequent twists and turns, or viewers are going to get bored. Although no one knows what story American Horror Story season 13 is going to tell, it's possible to guess some potential cliffhangers. Maybe fans are unsure if a main or minor character has died, or a character's evil plan is set in motion, or a monster or ghost is revealed. Of course, this all depends on whether the next season is supernatural, inspired by the slasher genre, or a creature feature.
The American Horror Story: Delicate part one cliffhanger stands out because the show doesn't use them all the time. It also works well because Siobhan is so eerie and memorable. American Horror Story season 13 needs a similarly fascinating character who can be the focal point of this big twist. Otherwise, the cliffhanger will fall flat and fans won't be excited to watch more. This twist is exciting because Siobhan's potentially true dark nature is revealed and she feels as scary as season 4 villain Twisty the Clown. It would be fun if viewers learned a huge secret about a new character.
According to TV Line, when Kardashian was cast in the role, Ryan Murphy described the character and the tone, and he said it was "ambitious" and unique. Murphy said:
“Emma and I are excited about collaborating with this true force in the culture. Halley Feiffer has written a fun, stylish and ultimately terrifying role especially for Kim, and this season is ambitious and unlike anything we have ever done.”
American Horror Story Season 13 Should Also Take These Cues From AHS: Delicate
Besides featuring another excellent cliffhanger, American Horror Story season 13 should also feature a well-crafted mystery that doesn't get wrapped up until the final episode. Fans had many questions about AHS: Delicate, from the fate of Anna's baby to why the cult was so interested in her. While it can sometimes feel frustrating to keep watching a TV series that doesn't give away any easy answers, it's fun to get wrapped up in the story, and that should also happen in the upcoming season.
American Horror Story season 13 should also feature characters who are obviously good or evil. While Anna is a likable protagonist, her publicist, Siobhan Corbyn, is clearly untrustworthy from the start of season 12. The key is making sure that these clearly defined characters are still compelling. While it's fun to wonder about potential Easter eggs and connections to previous seasons, it's also fascinating to watch Siobhan as she plays a dark game and manipulates everyone. It's also interesting to see if Anna is going to realize the truth about the danger that she's in. As long as American Horror Story season 13 ensures that the main characters are as gripping and different from one another as Anna and Siobhan, it's sure to be another hit.
- Release Date
- October 5, 2011
- Network
- FX
- Showrunner
- Ryan Murphy
- Directors
- Alfonso Gomez-Rejon, Jennifer Lynch, Michael Uppendahl, Loni Peristere, Gwyneth Horder-Payton, Ryan Murphy, David Semel, Howard Deutch, Michael Lehmann, Angela Bassett, Jeremy Podeswa, Max Winkler, Michael Rymer, Paris Barclay, Axelle Carolyn, Anthony Hemingway, Craig Zisk, Elodie Keene, Jennifer Arnold, Jessica Yu, John Scott, Laura Belsey, Liz Friedlander, Maggie Kiley
- Writers
- Halley Feiffer, Ned Martel, Crystal Liu, Charlie Carver, Kristen Reidel, Adam Penn, Douglas Petrie, Todd Kubrak, Reilly Smith, Jay Beattie, Dan Dworkin, Joshua A. Green, Akela Cooper, Asha Michelle Wilson
- Franchise(s)
- American Horror Story
Cast
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Evan PetersKyle Spencer -
Sarah PaulsonTuberculosis Karen / Mamie Eisenhower
WHERE TO WATCH
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