FX Picks up "American Horror Story"

spaltor · July 18, 2011, 10:22:01 AM

http://www.deadline.com/2011/07/fx-picks-up-ryan-murphybrad-falchuks-pilot-american-horror-story-to-series/

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EXCLUSIVE: I hear FX has pulled the trigger on a series order for Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk's hot drama pilot American Horror Story, from 20th Century Fox TV. The spooky project which stars Dylan McDermott, Connie Britton and Jessica Lange, has been picked up for 13 episodes and is eyed for a Halloween launch with an October 5 premiere. Described as a psychosexual thriller, American Horror Story centers on a therapist (McDermott) and his wife (Britton) who, dealing with the aftermath of the husband's adultery, move along with their kids into a new house that seems to know all about their fears and plays on them. American Horror Story has strong supernatural elements (For example, the housekeeper is perceived differently by the two spouses) and also explores other forms of horror in society. In creating the show, Murphy and Falchuk took inspiration from classic 1970s horror movies, including Rosemary's Baby, Don't Look Now and The Shining.

American Horror Story had been on the fast track at FX since the get-go. It was given a pilot order in February. Before the pilot was even cast, FX president John Landgraf in March said that the project had been earmarked for a fall 2011 launch. But I hear that plan was solidified by the pilot's great testing results, especially in the female demos, fueled by the appeal of stars Britton and Lange. In anticipation of a series order, American Horror Story had already assembled a writing staff that has been working on scripts. Filming is expected to start in about 2 weeks. Co-starring on the series are Frances Conroy, Alexandra Breckenridge, Taissa Farmiga, Evan Peters and Denis O'Hare. Murphy and Falchuk will juggle running the series with shepherding their hit Fox dramedy Glee. This marks Murphy and Falchuk's official return to FX where they executive produced the long-running drama Nip/Tuck, which Murphy created.

Jobydrone · October 13, 2011, 07:26:32 AM

Anybody watching this show?? I've got the first two episodes on my DVR right now and space is at a premium. It sounds like it is up my alley but I've heard some so-so reviews. Wondering what you guys think?

Rico · October 13, 2011, 08:24:25 AM

I watched episode one so far and number 2 is on my TIVO. I'm mixed on it so far. It's fairly nasty and the characters are generally not very nice people. I'll use my "rule of three" and give it three episodes and then decide.

Scott · October 13, 2011, 09:02:14 AM

I saw the pilot about 4 or 5 months ago. Didn't like what I saw.

Jobydrone · October 13, 2011, 10:35:27 AM

Quote from: Rico on October 13, 2011, 08:24:25 AM
I watched episode one so far and number 2 is on my TIVO. I'm mixed on it so far. It's fairly nasty and the characters are generally not very nice people. I'll use my "rule of three" and give it three episodes and then decide.

This coming from a number one Dexter fan...hmm, I will still give it a looksee, I think, I'm a sucker for a good haunted house story

bevs_plaything · November 08, 2011, 12:27:21 PM

I watched the first episode last night, and it was too nasty for my taste. I have deleted my series link already. :(

Rico · November 08, 2011, 01:59:04 PM

Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on October 13, 2011, 10:35:27 AM
Quote from: Rico on October 13, 2011, 08:24:25 AM
I watched episode one so far and number 2 is on my TIVO. I'm mixed on it so far. It's fairly nasty and the characters are generally not very nice people. I'll use my "rule of three" and give it three episodes and then decide.
This coming from a number one Dexter fan...hmm, I will still give it a looksee, I think, I'm a sucker for a good haunted house story

Dexter is a ton more likable than the people on this show. He has reasons for what he does. Anyway, it just wasn't my cup of tea.

Jobydrone · January 05, 2012, 10:10:13 AM

I've watched most of the 12 episode run of this show now. It's...not good, and yet I find myself compelled to continue watching. It's much like not being able to look away from a car accident by the side of the road as you pass. None of the show makes any sense at all, the story is absurd, the characters unappealing and unbelievable. The subject matter is specifically designed to make the viewer shocked and disgusted. It doesn't sound like the kind of thing any rational person would choose to subject themselves to. And somehow, as soon as an episode ends I immediatley have to start the next one. Perhaps there's subliminal imagery somehow implanted in my mind during the opening title sequence that's subconsciously forcing me to watch. I really can't explain it.

alanp · December 31, 2012, 12:10:14 PM

Is anyone watching season 2 of this? My sister recommended it to me. It is set in a 1960s Catholic mental hospital and two actors from the first season came back in new roles. I don't think I am giving anything away when I say that Zachery Quinto is in it, and playing a heavy. With Heros of the air I had forgotten how great his evil characters can be. I'm on the 6th episode.

Just a warning, it is rough, like an HBO type show.

Rico · December 31, 2012, 12:59:06 PM

Nope not watching it - not my cup of tea as I found out in season one.