# American Horror Story Season 13 crossover > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/american-horror-story-season-13-crossover > Updated: 2026-09-10T14:09:50.000Z. Sources: 71. Developments: 7. FX confirmed that the thirteenth season of *American Horror Story* will debut on 24 September 2026, with a simultaneous Disney+ release in Brazil and streaming on Hulu in the United States. The season is billed as a franchise-wide crossover, likened by creator Ryan Murphy to the Marvel “Avengers” — an ensemble of legacy actors uniting against a new, overarching threat. Murphy first announced the crossover during an Entertainment Tonight interview at the world premiere of his teen drama *The Shards* on 27 May. He later reiterated the details in an August 6 interview, describing the 13-episode run as a “tribute” to the series and confirming the return of Jessica Lange (in all four of her iconic roles), Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Kathy Bates, Angela Bassett, Emma Roberts, Billie Lourd, Gabourey Sidibe, Leslie Grossman and newcomer Paul Anthony Kelly, among others. Ariana Grande was originally slated to appear but withdrew due to a world-tour scheduling conflict; Murphy said he hopes to bring her back in a future season. He also confirmed he is seriously considering a *Glee* reboot and that season 14 and a Lizzie Borden story remain in development within his Monster franchise. On 12 August, FX and 20th Television released a teaser for the season, which Murphy has also referred to as a “greatest hits” installment. New details regarding the cast reveal that Sarah Paulson will play six roles and Evan Peters will portray five characters. Jessica Lange reportedly agreed to her return on the condition that she receives a musical number. The teaser also highlighted the return of specific characters, including Constance Langdon, Cordelia Goode, Madison Montgomery, Marie Laveau, and Twisty the Clown. Recent updates indicate that a character played by Joey Pollari will serve as the narrative link between the various stories and villains. ## Claims - Ryan Murphy is considering a reboot of the series Glee. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Ariana Grande's exit from American Horror Story season 13 was caused by scheduling conflicts with her Eternal Sunshine tour. (corroborated by 8 sources) - The upcoming season will feature returning cast members Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Emma Roberts, Kathy Bates, and Angela Bassett. (corroborated by 5 sources) - American Horror Story season 13 is scheduled to premiere on September 24 on FX and Hulu. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Jessica Lange will play four different characters in American Horror Story season 13. (corroborated by 3 sources) - American Horror Story Season 13 is scheduled to premiere on September 24 on FX and Hulu. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Ryan Murphy is planning a 14th season of American Horror Story and a Lizzie Borden story within the Monster franchise. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Jessica Lange will reprise four of her former characters in the new season. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Evan Peters will portray five different characters in the upcoming season. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Sarah Paulson will play six different characters in the season. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Angela Bassett is returning as Marie Laveau. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Emma Roberts will reprise her role as Madison Montgomery. (corroborated by 2 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-10: American Horror Story Season 13 trailer reveals major character crossover A new trailer for ‘American Horror Story: 13’ reveals a major crossover event featuring returning stars Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson, and Evan Peters. The season premieres September 24, 2026. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/american-horror-story-season-13-to-feature-returning-cast-in-crossover-event ### 2026-08-16: American Horror Story Season 13 to feature Jessica Lange's return Ryan Murphy has unveiled details for ‘American Horror Story’ Season 13, featuring the return of Jessica Lange and several past cast members, with a premiere date set for September 24, 2026. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/american-horror-story-season-13-to-feature-jessica-langes-return ### 2026-08-12: American Horror Story: 13 teaser reveals major character crossover FX has released a teaser for ‘American Horror Story: 13’, a crossover season featuring returning stars like Jessica Lange and Sarah Paulson. It premieres September 24, 2026. 25 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jessica-lange-returns-to-american-horror-story-for-season-13 ### 2026-08-06: Ryan Murphy discusses 'Glee' reboot and 'American Horror Story' season 13 Ryan Murphy discusses a potential 'Glee' reboot, an all-star 13th season of 'American Horror Story' featuring Jessica Lange, and clarifies that Ariana Grande's exit was due to tour scheduling conflicts. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ryan-murphy-announces-all-star-cast-for-ahs-season-13-and-discusses-new-series-the-shards ### 2026-07-30: American Horror Story season 13 announced as franchise-wide crossover Ryan Murphy announced American Horror Story season 13 as a franchise‑wide crossover, reuniting stars like Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson and Evan Peters to face a new threat, premiering 24 Sept 2026. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/american-horror-story-season-13-announced-as-franchise-wide-crossover ### 2026-07-27: American Horror Story Season 13 debut on Disney+ with ensemble crossover Disney+ reveals American Horror Story Season 13 will debut on 24 Sept, featuring a crossover cast with Sarah Paulson, Jessica Lange and others in a 13‑episode “Avengers‑style” showdown. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/american-horror-story-season-13-to-debut-on-disney-september-24 ### 2026-07-08: FX sets September 24 premiere for American Horror Story Season 13 FX set a September 24, 2026 premiere for American Horror Story Season 13, reviving the Coven storyline with returning stars like Jessica Lange and Sarah Paulson, plus newcomers Alex Consani and Avantika Vandan; 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/american-horror-story-season-13-premiere-date-set-for-september-24 --- Cite as: American Horror Story Season 13 crossover. 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