American Horror Story Season 1, Ep. 3 "Murder House"

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After putting the house back on the market, Vivien learns about its first residents. Ben's visitor causes him to further unravel. Constance and Moira's history is revealed.
  • Runtime: 43 minutes
  • Original air date: October 19, 2011
  • Network: FX
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0. American Horror Story Sneak Peek
  September 26, 2011
From the creator of Nip/Tuck and co-creators of Glee, American Horror Story is a psychosexual thriller that revolves around The Harmons, a family of three who move from Boston to Los Angeles as a means to reconcile past anguish.
 
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1. Pilot
  October 5, 2011
A therapist moves his wife and teenage daughter across the country to escape their troubled past.
 
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2. Home Invasion
  October 12, 2011
Vivien and Violet find themselves in a dangerous situation eerily similar to a past event. Ben goes back to Boston to fix a mistake.
 
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3. Murder House
  October 19, 2011
After putting the house back on the market, Vivien learns about its first residents. Ben's visitor causes him to further unravel. Constance and Moira's history is revealed.
 
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4. Halloween, Pt. 1
  October 26, 2011
The line between the living and the dead blurs on Halloween. Two of the house's previous residents give the Harmons decorating advice.
 
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5. Halloween, Pt. 2
  November 2, 2011
Halloween night concludes with Tate coming face to face with his past. Ben and Vivien are haunted by one of the house's newest guests.
 
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6. Piggy, Piggy
  November 9, 2011
Constance enlists Violet's assistance with Tate. Ben helps a new patient confront his fears.
 
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7. Open House
  November 16, 2011
Moira persuades a prospective buyer to make an offer. Constance and Larry work against her efforts. Vivien and Luke grow closer.
 
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8. Rubber Man
  November 23, 2011
The man in the rubber suit is revealed.
 
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9. Spooky Little Girl
  November 30, 2011
One of history's most famous murder victims pays the house a visit. Constance discovers more of Tate's bad behavior.
 
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10. Smoldering Children
  December 7, 2011
Violet learns about the rules of the house. The truth about Larry's condition is explained. Constance is interrogated by the police.
 
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11. Birth
  December 14, 2011
Vivien gives birth. Tate and Violet attempt to rid the house of some of its ghosts for good.
 
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12. Afterbirth
  December 21, 2011
Constance schemes to raise Tate's baby as her own.
 
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Episode 3, "Murder House"
Synopsis: After putting the house back on the market, Vivien learns about its first residents. Ben's visitor causes him to further unravel. Constance and Moira's history is revealed.
Original air date: October 19, 2011
Runtime: 43 minutes
Captions and Subtitles: English
ASIN: B005XI4WFS
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #19,495 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
American Horror Story Season 1
Synopsis: American Horror Story revolves around The Harmons', a family of three who moved from Boston to Los Angeles as a means to reconcile past anguish.
Starring: Dylan McDermott, Connie Britton
Supporting actors: Evan Peters, Taissa Farmiga, Denis O'Hare, Jessica Lange, Eric Stonestreet, Frances Conroy, Matt Ross, Sarah Paulson, Brando Eaton, Ashley Rickards, Alessandra Torresani, Jordan David, Tom Gallop, Azura Skye, Kyle Davis, Eve Gordon, Missy Doty, Shelby Young
Season year: 2011
Genre: Drama, Horror, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Executive producer: Bradley Buecker
Network: FX
ASIN: B005PK553C
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American Horror Story was well written & in most cases well acted the story line was great. Roger Armstrong  |  184 reviewers made a similar statement
I love this show, it has to be one of the best TV shows I have ever seen. kylesmummy  |  118 reviewers made a similar statement
I love the Horror genre, and it is difficult to find a good show like American Horror Story. Jessica  |  95 reviewers made a similar statement
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250 of 263 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Weird, Warped, Wacky and oh so Wonderful December 1, 2011
Format:Blu-ray
This is by far my favorite new show of 2011 (after Game of Thrones). In fact, it is one of my favorite shows period. The first episode confused me and will probably strike most people as flat out weird, but after the initial shock, you realize with each passing episode just how unique and compelling this show is.

American Horror story follows a family of three as they move into a new home called "Murder House" by the locals. Since the 1920's, people have been murdered in various ways and their spirits have stayed behind, trapped in the very place they died. In this case, the ghosts from all eras can take physical form as well as vanish in an instant. You slowly learn about the past of each spirit, which adds another element of depth.

The writing is always clever, twisted and surprising. I wouldn't call AHS scary (at least to me), but the music and visuals make for one of the creepiest viewing experiences I've ever had.

The cast is perfect in every way. You won't find much better acting on the big or small screen. Jessica Lange deserves a nomination of some sort come next year. There are also a bunch of guest stars from other popular movies and TV shows.

A little warning about the content. This FX show is really rough for a non-premium station. They push the sex, language and violence further than I thought they would be allowed to. It doesn't bother me, but this may cause some people to tune out. Not the majority it seems because it has already been picked up for a second season and it is the most watched debut show ever on FX.

Time flies watching American Horror Story. It is the only show I can think of that ends way before you expect it to. I always hit the info button thinking I've watched half of the show tops and it reads 58 minutes. It gets me every time.

If a mix of horror, suspense and drama is your thing, you have to experience this truly bizarre and beautiful creation.
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49 of 51 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Fresh! March 3, 2012
Format:Blu-ray
I've waited a long time for a show like American Horror Story. I think a lot of people have because it's so different from anything else on television. I would compare it's insanity to that of Nip/Tuck, which makes sense when you realize the same creators are behind it. The first episode will probably confuse most people, but stick with it. Each episode will answer questions from the previous ones and leave you with even more than the last. The cast is beyond superb. Jessica Lange as neighbor Constance is the homerun of the series for me. She plays that role with such conviction and is very deserving of the Emmy Award she won. The rest of the cast is top-notch as well, including Connie Britton (you may know her from Friday Night Lights) who's character is put through an emotional rollercoaster throughout the entire season.

This show plays off as creepy more than scary, but it works splendidly. American Horror Story is definitely out there. Sometimes you'll just scratch your head and think, "what is going on?". Then you'll figure it out and it's well worth the confusion. They tackle some dark subject matter and this is really not a show for kids. You'll find a good bit of nudity and sexual situations for a show on cable. The language is pretty harsh as well, but the show wouldn't be as effective without it. My advice to anyone who starts watching this show, don't give up after the first episode. The second episode will clear up some questions you'll have about it and then there's no stopping there! This is one of the best shows on TV today. The originality, writing, and acting are all A++. I can't wait for season 2!
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90 of 101 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars FINALLY a show to keep you on the edge of your seat!! October 28, 2011
Format:DVD
I was pretty OVER the crap on TV these days, with the limited few shows I like.. But then this came along. And I have something to look forward to on Wednesdays at 10. I haven't PLANNED to watch an episode of a TV show in AGES. It's about time!

It's also brilliantly done-- it's quirky, a little funny, definitely spooky, and make you jump at times-- Not to mention it's wicked sexy! One twist after another. Only four episodes in, and I'm HOOKED. Give me this show intravenously, I'm addicted to American Horror Story.
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5.0 out of 5 stars If you love the scary and weird...
Then you'll love this. Great acting. Wish it went on this way for the continuing seasons. Very unexpected, complicated and original. Have you on the edge of your seat.
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