The next season of Ryan Murphy’s horror anthology, Horror Story, aka American Horror Story, has already left its mark on the entertainment world. This Halloween 2025 announcement not only revealed the series’ new plot vision but also confirmed Ariana Grande as an up-and-coming artist to the cast alongside icons such as Jessica Lange and Angela Bassett, who have been with the show since the beginning. The confirmation came from a mysterious teaser uploaded by Ryan Murphy Productions.
Devoted fans who are waiting for the new season to arrive took to social media and labeled it “the biggest AHS comeback in years” as the series prepares for its 13th chapter, which is one blend of nostalgia, horror, and innovation in Murphy style.
Jessica Lange’s Shocking Comeback
The most surprising and, at the same time, the most celebrated announcement is that of Jessica Lange, who has decided to come back after a seven-year break. Lange, who last appeared in American Horror Story: Apocalypse (2018), had already declared that she was done with that series. But her coming back to the dark universe indicated a strong reunion with Murphy and devoted fans.
Lange’s roles as Constance, Sister Jude, and Fiona, among others, are now the most classic in the AHS franchise history, and her return for Season 13 is suggestive of that AHS vibe coming back. Along with her are familiar names like Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Emma Roberts, Kathy Bates, Billie Lourd, Gabourey Sidibe, and Leslie Grossman, who will either go back to their roles or play new characters, thus bringing together the whole legacy cast of the show and providing a horror-filled celebration.
Ariana Grande’s Big TV Return
This project is an indication of Ariana Grande’s long-awaited return to television series, and she hasn’t been on that road since Scream Queens in 2015. Her vibrant stage presence and inclination for dark aesthetics have made Grande’s participation a natural fit in Murphy’s supernatural universe. It was reported that her part would be “dark, complex, and emotionally charged,” thus granting the pop star the opportunity to display her acting skills beyond music videos and live shows.
Not only that, but the casting of Grande also reconnects her with Ryan Murphy, who has been recognized for creating unconventional roles for versatile artists, which suggests that this might be one of the most legendary character transformations in the history of AHS.
What Lies Ahead in Season 13
The theme and plot of American Horror Story Season 13 are still under wraps, but Murphy has hinted at a “return to the roots of psychological horror.” The current season is to bring back the frightful atmosphere of previous series like Murder House and Asylum but with a new, more modern approach.
The series, which renewed the show for several episodes in 2020, has still become one of the most enduring horror franchises on TV. The premiere of Season 13 is planned for October 2026, which is just in time for Halloween.
American Horror Story Season 13, with its superstar cast, spine-chilling suspense, and the revival of the most-loved personalities, is not just another chapter in the series; as it depicts, it is a full-circle moment for the brand and the devoted audience that has been supporting it.
