Spoiler Alert: This article contains spoilers for American Horror Story season 12.
Summary
SinceAmerican Horror Storyseason 12 ended in April 2024, fans have waited for news about the next installment ofthe popular Ryan Murphy series. At the moment, the plot is a mystery, but viewers are hopeful Murphy willcast Sarah Paulson againsince 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 ifAmerican Horror Storyseason 13 will be the final one.
American Horror Storyseason 12, which is calledDelicate, wasbased on the novelDelicate Conditionby Danielle Rollins, and it’s a wild ride. WhenAmerican Horror Storyseason 13 arrives on FX, it shouldfeature one memorable aspect ofAHS: Delicate.
American Horror Story Season 13 Needs A Cliffhanger Like AHS: Delicate
Stephen King loved the cliffhangeratthe end ofAmerican Horror Story: Delicatepart one, andAmerican Horror Storyseason 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.
IfAmerican Horror Storyseason 13 is split into two parts like season 12 was, thenthe 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 asAmerican Horror Story.
WhileAHShas talented cast members likeJessica 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 storyAmerican Horror Storyseason 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 onwhether the next season is supernatural, inspired by the slasher genre, or a creature feature.
TheAmerican Horror Story: Delicatepart one cliffhanger stands outbecause the show doesn’t use them all the time. It also works well because Siobhan is so eerie and memorable.American Horror Storyseason 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 becauseSiobhan’s potentially true dark nature is revealedand she feels asscary as season 4 villain Twisty the Clown. It would be fun if viewers learned a huge secret about a new character.
According toTV 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 Storyseason 13 should alsofeature a well-crafted mystery that doesn’t get wrapped up until the final episode.Fans had many questions aboutAHS: 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 Storyseason 13 should alsofeature characters who are obviously good or evil. WhileAnna is a likable protagonist, her publicist,Siobhan Corbyn, is clearly untrustworthyfrom the start of season 12. The key ismaking sure that these clearly defined characters are still compelling. While it’s fun to wonder about potential Easter eggs andconnections 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 asAmerican Horror Storyseason 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.
