‘American Horror Story’ Season 13 Is Shaping Up to Be the Most Terrifying ‘Coven’ Chapter Yet, According to a New Cast Member
Few horror franchises carry the kind of devoted fandom that surrounds ‘American Horror Story,’ and when creator Ryan Murphy began teasing a return to one of the series’ most beloved chapters, the internet responded with a level of anticipation that the show has rarely generated. The long-running FX anthology has built its identity on reinvention, but the prospect of revisiting its witchy third season has felt different from the start, carrying the weight of years of fan longing and Murphy’s own cryptic promises.
‘American Horror Story’ season 13 is confirmed to be a direct sequel to the show’s popular third season, ‘Coven,’ which means core cast members including Sarah Paulson, Emma Roberts, Angela Bassett, Kathy Bates, and Gabourey Sidibe are all reprising their original roles from the season. Ryan Murphy himself confirmed Paulson’s return as Cordelia Goode with a social media caption reading, “The Supreme Rises. And yes we have rebuilt the entire Robichaux Academy.” Beyond the returning faces, Jessica Lange is also rejoining ‘AHS’ for the first time since season 8, though it has not been confirmed whether she will return as Fiona Goode or potentially as another past character.
The early buzz around season 13 has been substantial, but a new voice from inside the production has now offered the most vivid picture yet of what audiences can expect. Newcomer Berto Colón, who plays Joe the Doorman, confirmed that filming is ongoing and offered a striking early description of the season’s tone, saying, “The story is a New York story that is going to be very freaky, very demonic… it’s going to involve a lot of scary elements.” That framing alone is enough to stir excitement among viewers who thought ‘Coven’ had already pushed the franchise into wild territory.
Colón also revealed that his role is directly connected to Jessica Lange’s character, describing her as “number one” and suggesting the dynamic between them will be one of the more intriguing threads of the season. According to Deadline, Colón’s character Joe the Doorman is employed by Lange’s character, adding an interesting layer to speculations about which role the legendary actress will be reprising.
Speaking about the broader creative world Murphy has constructed, Colón noted, “It’s a crazy world that Ryan Murphy has created and it’s incredible that I join these ensembles and something evolves from them that becomes better than the original situation.” The comment carries extra weight coming from someone freshly immersed in the production, and it has already fueled speculation that ‘AHS’ season 13 could rank among the franchise’s finest entries.
The expanded cast also includes John Carroll Lynch and Mat Fraser returning in their ‘Freak Show’ roles as Twisty the Clown and Paul the Illustrated Seal, alongside new additions like Mena Suvari and filmmaker John Waters. Murphy has confirmed on social media that the season is “Coming this September,” shifting from an originally planned Halloween premiere date.
With 13 episodes confirmed, Colón hinted that the season could be “one of the more interesting ones” yet in the entire run of the franchise. For a show that has produced some genuinely memorable horror television, that is no small claim, and the combination of a beloved returning cast with fresh creative energy suggests that the witches of Miss Robichaux’s Academy have never been more dangerous. With September drawing closer, the question fans are already wrestling with is whether season 13 can live up to the enormous expectations ‘Coven’ left behind, so share your thoughts below on whether you think Ryan Murphy’s latest chapter can surpass the original.
