Ghosts of Seasons Past Return!

Oh, the ghoulish delight! The FX phenom known as American Horror Story is back from its hiatus and is about to get a whole lot spookier! Since it crawled onto our screens in 2011, this anthology series has gifted us tales that would make any ghost whisperer or witch cackle with joy. It’s been a wild ride filled with everything from ghostly hauntings to serial killer antics, with a sprinkle of witches and aliens along the way. But wait—what’s this? The absence of new episodes in the 2025 Fall TV lineup left us feeling a bit less haunted this Halloween. But the spectral spirits must’ve been listening because there’s a treat that even the most cynical among us did not see coming!

The Unbelievable Comeback!

Gather ‘round, horror fans! Creator Ryan Murphy has conjured the fabulous Jessica Lange back into our lives. Yes, the actress who redefined chilling performances in this series is back, and we’re screaming with excitement! Lange, who snagged two Emmy Awards during her reign, seemed to have ghosted AHS after her departure post-season four, Freak Show. Over the years, she graced us with her presence in various other Ryan projects—like Feud and The Politician—but Lange herself adamantly denied any return to the AHS throne.

I’m Not Coming Back… Or Am I?

Remember when she said, “Oh Christ, no” when asked about returning? Well, jokes on us, Lange sure knows how to keep us on the edge of our seats! This is like when Andrew Garfield played coy about being in Spider-Man: No Way Home—a masterclass in misdirection that we’ve come to respect!

What’s Been Missing?

Let’s face it, folks: since Lange packed her bags and left, AHS hasn’t quite hit the same bone-chilling heights. Sure, there were moments—like the emotionally haunting AIDS crisis metaphor in AHS: NYC and the nostalgic slasher vibes of 1984, which had us grinning like the Cheshire Cat. But can we really pretend the franchise has been the same without Lange? Even though we had a wild ride with season eight’s Apocalypse, where she recycled her iconic role as Constance Langdon for a cameo, it just wasn’t the same.

All-Star Reunion!

And guess what? Jessica isn’t the only star shining in this galaxy of horror! Buckle up for an all-star reunion featuring Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Angela Bassett, Kathy Bates, Emma Roberts, Billie Lourd, Gabourey Sidibe, and Leslie Grossman, with a sprinkle of Ariana Grande joining the freak show! Like, is this a reunion party or what?

Theories and Speculations

Rumor has it that this season may serve as the show’s swan song, celebrating its 13th run with a grand finale that brings back some familiar faces. Come on, can we just get Lily Rabe and Taissa Farmiga in on this too? The potential for a crossover extravaganza could also be on the table, fusing our beloved characters from different seasons. Can we resurrect Lange’s Supreme Witch, Fiona Goode? Pretty please?

What Could Happen Next?

The video announcing the season’s lineup ended on a high note with the cheeky quote from Emma Roberts’ character, Madison Montgomery: “Surprise, bitch, I bet you thought you’d seen the last of me!” Is this a cheeky nod to Lange’s grand return, or is it hinting at a wild story twist we haven’t seen coming? Halloween 2026 is about to take on a whole new meaning as the anticipation builds!