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The Best Episodes of American Horror Story Season 12

Every episode of American Horror Story Season 12 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Horror Story Season 12!

An anthology horror drama series centering on different characters and locations, including a house with a murderous past, an asylum, a witch coven, a freak...
Genres:DramaMysterySci-Fi & Fantasy
Network:FX

Season 12 Ratings Summary

"Multiply Thy Pain" is the best rated episode of "American Horror Story" season 12. It scored 5.7/10 based on 2679 votes. Directed by Jessica Yu and written by Halley Feiffer, it aired on 9/20/2023. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Rockabye".

  • Multiply Thy Pain
    5.7/102,679 votes

    #1 - Multiply Thy Pain

    Season 12 Episode 1 - Aired 9/20/2023

    After multiple failed attempts of IVF, actress Anna Victoria Alcott wants nothing more than to start a family. As the buzz around her recent film grows, she fears that something may be targeting her - and her pursuit of motherhood.

    Director: Jessica Yu

    Writer: Halley Feiffer

  • Rockabye
    5.9/101,925 votes

    #2 - Rockabye

    Season 12 Episode 2 - Aired 9/27/2023

    It’s awards season and Anna is primed to be a major player in contention. After a frightening encounter convinces her that she’s being followed, she begins to question who she can trust.

    Director: Jennifer Lynch

    Writer: Halley Feiffer

  • When the Bough Breaks
    5.7/101,702 votes

    #3 - When the Bough Breaks

    Season 12 Episode 3 - Aired 10/4/2023

    As Anna and Dex settle into their Hamptons sanctuary, the comfort begins to fade. Her circle of trust is slowly shrinking, and doubt creeps into Anna’s head - could the evil be right under her nose?

    Director: Jennifer Lynch

    Writer: Halley Feiffer

  • Vanishing Twin
    5.8/101,550 votes

    #4 - Vanishing Twin

    Season 12 Episode 4 - Aired 10/11/2023

    With help from Siobhan, a major announcement helps restore Anna’s public image. Behind closed doors however, something powerful seems to be taking over.

    Director: John J. Gray

    Writer: Halley Feiffer

  • Preech
    5.6/101,472 votes

    #5 - Preech

    Season 12 Episode 5 - Aired 10/18/2023

    Anna senses the dark presence closing in on her, closer than ever. Ms. Preecher reveals pieces of her past and may know the truth about what's happening to Anna and Dex.

    Director: John J. Gray

    Writer: Halley Feiffer

  • Opening Night
    5.5/101,160 votes

    #6 - Opening Night

    Season 12 Episode 6 - Aired 4/3/2024

    A glimpse into Anna's past reveals why she craves motherhood, while Dex's troubling family life is dragged into the spotlight.

    Director: Bradley Buecker

    Writer: Halley Feiffer

  • Ave Hestia
    5.7/101,168 votes

    #7 - Ave Hestia

    Season 12 Episode 7 - Aired 4/10/2024

    Entrenched in her grapple for fame and motherhood, Anna may be involved in a cycle much bigger - and older - than she realizes.

    Director: Jennifer Lynch

    Writer: Halley Feiffer

  • Little Gold Man
    5.3/101,071 votes

    #8 - Little Gold Man

    Season 12 Episode 8 - Aired 4/17/2024

    The world around Anna is starting to crescendo in every way: her career path continues to skyrocket, while her personal life is more stressful than ever - just in time for Hollywood's big night.

    Director: Jennifer Lynch

    Writer: Halley Feiffer

  • The Auteur
    3.3/101,716 votes

    #9 - The Auteur

    Season 12 Episode 9 - Aired 4/24/2024

    Her choices have unknowingly led to deadly consequences, but Anna can still have it all - for a price.

    Director: Gwyneth Horder-Payton

    Writer: Halley Feiffer