American Horror Story: 13 Debuts Sept. 24th; SDCC Plans Revealed

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American Horror Story: 13 Debuts Sept. 24th; SDCC Plans Revealed

American Horror Story: 13 debuts on Thursday, September 24th. But before then, AHS 13 has some sinister plans for SDCC 2026...


Published Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:19:11 -0500
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  • American Horror Story: 13 premieres Thursday, September 24 at 9 pm ET on FX, Hulu, and Disney+ internationally.
  • AHS 13 is taking over San Diego Comic-Con 2026 with teaser art and four “13 Flavors” ice cream trucks for fans.
  • SDCC attendees can meet iconic American Horror Story characters and sample sinister sweets inspired by past seasons.
  • American Horror Story promises a secret Saturday night event where fans will get their first taste of the 13th scoop.

We've got some big news on Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk's American Horror Story: 13 to pass along this Thursday. First up, the 13th installment will premiere on Thursday, September 24th at 9 pm ET / 6 pm PT on FX and Hulu (and Disney+ internationally). Along with teaser art on the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, AHS 13 will have a serious presence during this month's San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) with a fleet of ice cream trucks offering sinister sweets inspired by each of the previous chapters of the legendary anthology series.

"13 Flavors" will feature four AHS-themed ice cream trucks serving fans during SDCC, which begins Thursday, July 23. Fans can rub shoulders and pose for photos with Rubber Man ("Murder House"), Twisty the Clown ("Freak Show"), the Witch ("Coven"), and other iconic AHS characters as they enjoy ice cream flavors offered in tribute to past installments. On Saturday evening, fans will be invited to a secret location to experience the 13th scoop. Fans can stay tuned to AHS on social media for details on locations, timing, and other information about the activation.

Image: FX Networks

Previously, Ryan Murphy Productions offered a first look at one of the newest additions to the AHS Universe, Paul Anthony Kelly. You might remember Kelly from that epic rollout he received during FX Networks' Upfronts presentation from early in May. You can check out the official post here, and here's a look at Kelly's Instagram Stories posts immediately after the images hit:

Image: Instagram Stories Screencap
Image: Instagram Stories Screencap

As it now stands, the cast for AHS 13 (officially) includes Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Angela Bassett, Kathy Bates, Ariana Grande, Emma Roberts, Billie Lourd, Gabourey Sidibe, Leslie Grossman, John Waters, Joey Pollari, Paul Anthony Kelly, John Carroll Lynch, Matt Fraser, Mena Suvari, and Berto Colón.

FX's American Horror Story, the global phenomenon that has garnered more than 100 Emmy nominations since its launch in 2011, returns for an unrivaled 13th installment that will do justice to everyone's most feared number. Bringing together an all-star cast, many of whom are reprising fan-favorite roles, AHS 13 continues to build on the anthology's decades-long legacy that has been streamed more than 700 million hours across the globe and spawned a legion of dedicated fans.

Created and produced by Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk, American Horror Story has redefined the genre with various installments featuring a creepy murder house, a coven of witches, a traveling freak show, a haunted hotel, and the apocalypse itself. Which iconic horrors will return to haunt the hallowed halls of 13, and what new terrors await? Light your candles, draw your pentagrams, and prepare for a supreme surprise.


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