Asylum
The second season of American Horror Story, titled Asylum, is set in the 1960s at the fictional Briarcliff Manor, a mental institution. It explores themes of madness, alien abduction, and demonic possession, intertwining the lives of patients and staff. Asylum had the best plot, actors, and ending of all the seasons by far. There were no boring moments, and it was very dark and exciting. Lana, Jude, Mary Eunice, and Oliver made this season perfect. It didn't have that soap opera effect like Murder House did, so for me, it came out on top.
It's a shame that the really scary scenarios ended around the 4th or 5th episode. Then it became some kind of dialogue-based drama with occasional thrilling plot twists and scenes.
A truly haunting season. It had me so frustrated I felt like screaming at some parts and near the verge of tears at others. The ending was amazing.
Coven
Coven, the third season, revolves around a group of witches in modern-day New Orleans who struggle to survive in a world hostile to their kind. The season delves into themes of witchcraft, voodoo, and the quest for power and immortality. Angela Bassett made the series.
Murder House
The inaugural season, Murder House, is centered on the Harmon family as they move into a haunted mansion in Los Angeles. The story unravels the house's dark history, revealing the fates of its previous occupants and the ghosts that haunt them. It is just a more effective season than Asylum.
Freak Show
Set in 1952, Freak Show follows one of the last remaining American freak shows and its performers in Jupiter, Florida. The season highlights the struggles and secrets of the circus members while dealing with external threats from the community. By far the best in terms of acting, horror, and production.
Hotel
Hotel, the fifth season, takes place in the eerie Hotel Cortez in Los Angeles, known for its supernatural occurrences and gruesome murders. It combines elements of horror with mystery as guests and residents uncover the hotel's dark past. I don't get why people hate Hotel. I loved that season. I watched it like eight times. Even if I just want to chill out after a long night, it's my first choice to watch. The music in the season is awesome, and I love the characters and the story.
It was at least better than Coven!
Roanoke
In the sixth season, Roanoke, a couple experiences terrifying events in their new home, which is located on the site of the lost Roanoke Colony. The season is presented in a documentary style, blending reality TV and horror storytelling.
Cult
Cult, the seventh season, is set in the aftermath of the 2016 U.S. presidential election and follows a cult leader who uses fear and manipulation to gain power. The season examines the impact of political and social upheaval on individuals and communities. Surprisingly good, with a great plot and characters.
Apocalypse
The eighth season, Apocalypse, merges characters and storylines from previous seasons, focusing on a post-apocalyptic world and the rise of the Antichrist. It delves into themes of survival, witchcraft, and the ultimate battle between good and evil. It brought two of the strongest seasons together while adding something new to the mix as well.
Michael Langdon is one of the best-developed characters in the show's history.
1984
1984, the ninth season, is a homage to classic slasher films, set in a summer camp called Camp Redwood. The season follows a group of friends who become targets of a relentless killer, blending nostalgia with horror.
Double Feature
The tenth season, Double Feature, is split into two parts: Red Tide, focusing on a writer's struggle and the dark forces he encounters in a seaside town, and Death Valley, which involves an alien conspiracy. Each part presents a unique blend of horror and mystery.
The Contenders
Delicate
Delicate, the twelfth season, centers around a woman's increasingly disturbing experiences during her pregnancy. It combines elements of psychological horror with themes of motherhood and societal expectations.
NYC
Set in New York City, the eleventh season, NYC, explores a series of mysterious deaths and disappearances within the LGBTQ+ community during the 1980s. The season intertwines historical events with supernatural elements, focusing on themes of fear, identity, and resilience.