American Horror Story

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Season 5
  • Network: FX
  • Series Premiere Date: Oct 5, 2011
Season #: 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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  1. PaulAdams
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    AHS HOTEL back to the roots of the fantastic MURDER HOUSE and makes a great improvement over the most recent Coven and Freak Show editions. With its swank setting and impressively glam cast headlined by Lady Gaga (as the supernaturally femme fatale proprietor-or-whatever) and eye candy including Matt Bomer and Cheyenne Jackson, this is surely the best-looking and terrifying Horror Story yet.
  2. LanceyBarbie
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    From the snippets and online readings, I really enjoyed this season so far, its something new and brings a lot to the table ;] every character throughout the episode has developed a very interesting background despite not showing a lot.
  3. Gabelopez
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    Ryan Murphy is back to his magnificent creation of a show which uses the same formula as previous seasons but is able to reinvent itself in a way that preserves the show and the recurring cast. This time we are treated to the debauchery set in Hotel Cortez. While the plot is thin, the set up of different characters including veterans Sarah Paulson and Kathy Bates, and of course theRyan Murphy is back to his magnificent creation of a show which uses the same formula as previous seasons but is able to reinvent itself in a way that preserves the show and the recurring cast. This time we are treated to the debauchery set in Hotel Cortez. While the plot is thin, the set up of different characters including veterans Sarah Paulson and Kathy Bates, and of course the introduction of Lady Gaga, serves to enthrall the viewers into watching this season. Ryan is no fan of subtlety as many of the scenes are in your face. However, this blatant exhibition of gore is what fans of AHS in general come to expect. I will definitely continue to check in for the rest of the season.… Expand
  4. ezrarawks
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    Lady Gaga truly has shifted global politics, fashion and life as we know it. Her power resonates here in ways that lessor acts such as Katy Perrie just cannot keep up in. An artist, a legend, a musician, an actor and also the best selling female artist to debut since 2004; Lady Gaga really is one of the greatest parts of this show.

    American Horror Story coming together with Gaga can    Lady Gaga truly has shifted global politics, fashion and life as we know it. Her power resonates here in ways that lessor acts such as Katy Perrie just cannot keep up in. An artist, a legend, a musician, an actor and also the best selling female artist to debut since 2004; Lady Gaga really is one of the greatest parts of this show.

    American Horror Story coming together with Gaga can only mean good things. They are a perfect fit and director Ryan Murphy seems more driven than ever to make this season work after the failure of last season. Many of the acting world's biggest and brightest stars populate this season and are going to make it one for the books!

    Buy Applause on iTunes.    … Expand
  5. Chump
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    Nobody is safe from being scared and thrilled this fall as Ryan Murphy returns with his highly anticipated 5th season of American Horror Story – Hotel. Literally everything about this season is great: decorations, costumes, the cast as always. And it's also has got some surprises the Horror Story fans didn't see in previous seasons including the gorgeous Lady Gaga (the Countess herself),Nobody is safe from being scared and thrilled this fall as Ryan Murphy returns with his highly anticipated 5th season of American Horror Story – Hotel. Literally everything about this season is great: decorations, costumes, the cast as always. And it's also has got some surprises the Horror Story fans didn't see in previous seasons including the gorgeous Lady Gaga (the Countess herself), who is definitely a highlight of the Hotel, and her crime partner Matt Bomer who although has already been seen in an episodic role in season 4. Anyway, these two and the rest of the exceptional AHS cast will not leave anyone unintrigued.… Expand
  6. pietro2010
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    A história este ano é épica, é grandiosa. Você não pode assistir sem perceber logo de cara que é uma história grandiosa que se passa em um cenário totalmente diferente do que de qualquer outra série na TV, o que é a razão pela qual Ryan Murphy é tão incrível como diretor e escritor desta série antológica.
  7. SophiaWilliams
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    The AHS: Hotel premiere is probably the best episode in the history of the show. There are really not enough ways to gush about the amazingness of the premiere. All of the actors bring a sense of awareness to their characters that is sexy. The scenes are so brilliantly executed that they are breathtaking. And all of it is led by Gaga. Of course, Kathy Bates and Sarah Paulson really need noThe AHS: Hotel premiere is probably the best episode in the history of the show. There are really not enough ways to gush about the amazingness of the premiere. All of the actors bring a sense of awareness to their characters that is sexy. The scenes are so brilliantly executed that they are breathtaking. And all of it is led by Gaga. Of course, Kathy Bates and Sarah Paulson really need no lead. They are masters in and of themselves and are so honored with striking moments of their own throughout the premiere. But this really is Gaga's coming out in a lot of ways, as a woman we haven't seen before. One that will rival, if not exceed, the Gaga we have seen in the past.… Expand
  8. steveovevo
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    Sure to be a hit with both the AHS fans and Gaga's fans. Gaga is a great addition to the show and it seems as she will fit in perfectly with the cast. Lets hope for another great season!
  9. DarioDarko
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    American Horror Story Returns, With Twists, Thrills And A Chilling Lady Gaga features an unforgettable performance - at turns stunning and creepy, beautiful and grotesque - as a vampire countess who rules over an assortment of monstrous atrocities at a gorgeous art deco hotel in Los Angeles called the Hotel Cortez
  10. castrocapa
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    A very risky idea turned out to be surprisingly affective. Casting Lady GaGa after Jessica Lange's departure could have been tragic, but it was a clever move. The whole cast works perfectly for the story, even GaGa whose acting blends almost seamlessly with the rest of the crew of experienced actors.
  11. SofiaAmtis
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    AHS Hotel Trades Lange for Gaga and It’s Surprisingly Refreshing Gaga, whose theatricality fits in perfectly with American Horror Story‘s precise-yet-chaotic aesthetic, is a breath of fresh air to the Show. Matt Bomber and “The Countess” and (an impressive acting debut for Lady Gaga) they strut their stuff in Haute Couture and Gaga effectively chews the scenery whenever she’s on camera.AHS Hotel Trades Lange for Gaga and It’s Surprisingly Refreshing Gaga, whose theatricality fits in perfectly with American Horror Story‘s precise-yet-chaotic aesthetic, is a breath of fresh air to the Show. Matt Bomber and “The Countess” and (an impressive acting debut for Lady Gaga) they strut their stuff in Haute Couture and Gaga effectively chews the scenery whenever she’s on camera. She does a fair job of stepping in to Jessica Lang’s stilettos… Expand
  12. DavidBrightman
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    Lady Gaga as Tim Minear said, is like if " a reincarnated Veronica Lake meets Barbara Stanwyck"
    The Legendary Kathy Bates also praised Lady Gaga saying: "Was it Norma Desmond, Jean Harlow or Marilyn Monroe descending the staircase towards me in a shimmering silver gown? No, it was Lady Gaga! She is sublime"
  13. lfrith
    Jun 21, 2016
    0
    this completely ruined american horror story, i am so stunned at how far they crossed the line. completely mental and rude and unnecessary. i loved the previous ones but seeing this is horrible, nothing like what american horror story used to be. i say never ever will recommend this show again after this
  14. jesraczak
    Dec 3, 2015
    1
    I used to love all of these TV series but i think this one took it too far. I miss Jessica Lange and her as a character - she was never fully sexualized but sometimes played a "risque" character. Now that Lady Gaga took her role, I feel like they've exposed and sexualized her (maybe because of her age?) I stopped watching these series because I was tired of all the orgies that were inI used to love all of these TV series but i think this one took it too far. I miss Jessica Lange and her as a character - she was never fully sexualized but sometimes played a "risque" character. Now that Lady Gaga took her role, I feel like they've exposed and sexualized her (maybe because of her age?) I stopped watching these series because I was tired of all the orgies that were in every single episode.… Expand
  15. perkjl
    Jan 5, 2016
    2
    I can't believe I made more than halfway through this season. I finally had to stop due to the convoluted plots, dull characters, clichés, horrible acting, and repetitive orgy scenes w/ Lady Gaga. They were more annoying than shocking. I swear...if I have to see Lady Gaga's ass one more time! The series is nothing without Jessica Lange and if she doesn't return to the show neither will I.
  16. cocopunk1486
    Oct 28, 2015
    6
    So far the show has been predictable, void of any original thoughts, and overall a big letdown from previous seasons. The acting gets 10/10, but the writing is what kills it. The story line is so cut and dry. And the "horror" in American Horror Story seems to have been lost in the wake of Gaga's entrance. And on that note, she really is doing a great job as the leading lady. Okay so herSo far the show has been predictable, void of any original thoughts, and overall a big letdown from previous seasons. The acting gets 10/10, but the writing is what kills it. The story line is so cut and dry. And the "horror" in American Horror Story seems to have been lost in the wake of Gaga's entrance. And on that note, she really is doing a great job as the leading lady. Okay so her character is a stereotype for the plot, but she gives it a little something extra.

    Gaga's performance alone can't save the show. There are more sex scenes than scare scenes. Rename this season AHS: Sex, Drugs, and Vampires. Hopefully the show will improve as the season continues. The plot has just started getting interesting, so here's to hoping all the cliches and lack luster corner jumps are over.    … Expand
  17. cinavenom
    Jan 6, 2016
    5
    This season was disappointing to me. The acting is okay and stylistically it is good but the story line is extremely boring and nearly puts me to sleep every week. I will finish the season just because I am such an AHS fan but it is hard to do, almost a chore watching it.
  18. barkyl
    Jan 18, 2016
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Last week, the latest installment of American Horror Story (AHS) ended with its twelfth episode. Each season uses an ensemble cast that tell a different story that are, apparently, all interwoven. The latest installment was set in the Hotel Cortez, an opulent residence in downtown Los Angeles.

    There are a few shining moments and a few gripes related to this season. Overall, I feel the season was good – even great by AHS standards. Lady Gaga’s addition to the cast was welcomed and exceeded my expectations. She portrayed her character – The Countess – exceptionally well and gave an excellent performance of the blood-thirsty, power-hungry, sex-driven vixen.

    Now, having said that, let me go ahead and address something that is likely controversial in the AHS community: I did not miss Jessica Lange. And I don’t say that with a heavy heart, either. Lady Gaga has been a great replacement and, quite frankly, a far better complement to the cast. I don’t say that in a competitive way, merely as a subjective opinion.

    The premise of this season centered around The Countess who resides permanently in the Hotel Cortez along with other residents such as Iris, Liz, Donovan, and a plethora of ghosts – some fairly harmless and some diabolical. Amongst those in particular is James Patrick March (JPM), played by Evan Peters. This is by far my favorite performance of his in all of the variations of AHS. He nails the eccentric 1920s businessman in all of its stereotypical glory; his performance of JPM takes further shape in the fact that he is a brutal and sociopathic serial killer, giving homage to the real-life serial killer, H.H. Holmes.

    Truly, one of the greatest assets of this season is the casting of characters. Liz – a transgendered woman played by Denis O’Hare – is probably the most fascinating character this season. Mysterious in her own right, she had a typical backstory coupled with an amazing arch. The fact that the finale prominently featured her was a treat.

    Another central character, who started out less than positive, was Iris, the mother of the vampiric Donovan who also started out as The Countess’ lover. By the end, she was sympathetic and made a great duo with Liz, ridding the hotel of its nemeses and taking the reins of it themselves.

    Unfortunately, this season seemed to me to be plagued by lesser effective characters than effective ones. Ramona – the scorned former lover vampire of The Countess – fell flat with grandiose notions of revenge that never materialized. Sally – the drug-addled and ghostly junkie with a penchant for sadism – never seemed to connect fully, being interwoven into the John storyline where it seemed contrived. She did, however, have some narrative redemption in the finale, finding a place and following in the realm of social media, which was new for her. Speaking of John – the Ten Commandments killer – he never really surprised anyone. Most of whom I spoke with or read had predicted that revelation very early on. His wife’s storyline was pointless to me; however, the story of his reunification with his lost son, now vampire, Holden was a good token. Mrs. Evers seemed to be the best of the lot in regards to the ghosts, pining for one she could not have, while spending an eternity cleaning the blood and other things from the linens of the hotel’s many murders. Her backstory, too, provided a wonderful investigation into her heartbreak and her present circumstance.

    In ranking, I would have to put Hotel in the upper echelon of the series thus far, with the first season still holding the top spot, for me. I truly hope that Lady Gaga will return for next season, though I’m afraid her acting star may be rising so much after her Golden Globes win that she might be otherwise booked. Hopefully the show’s creators can find a suitable replacement if that is the case.    … Expand
  19. aaa2302
    Oct 9, 2016
    0
    Couldn't finish it.
    Lady Gaga ruined it for me.
    Her acting skills were horrible and I can't believe she's in next season too.
    Such a shame Jessica Lange is out.
  20. azothsolar
    Sep 26, 2019
    5
    Season 5 is a mixed bag to me. There's some good characters and interesting arcs, but it slogs through a lot of stupid **** and dialogue. The characters lose their intrigue, the writing is very bland in spots, and it doesn't finish as strongly as some other seasons. It's fitting that this is season 5 because it's very middle of the road in terms of quality and i'm giving it a 5 rating.
  21. HJ3300
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    Very entertaining and horrific, the entire cast was amazing and Ryan Murphy succeeds in capturing the essence of previous seasons but yet breathe a new life into it. Lady Gaga's shocking and brilliant performance shocked the world, Matt Bomer another new actor deserved more attention as he was terrifyingly amazing as well. The entire production was well organised and planned and episodeVery entertaining and horrific, the entire cast was amazing and Ryan Murphy succeeds in capturing the essence of previous seasons but yet breathe a new life into it. Lady Gaga's shocking and brilliant performance shocked the world, Matt Bomer another new actor deserved more attention as he was terrifyingly amazing as well. The entire production was well organised and planned and episode one already told us that Hotel is an award worthy season.… Expand
  22. Webern
    Apr 10, 2016
    1
    Definitely the worst AHS ever. Last episode is something between ridiculous and embarassing. A good cast can't keep up a terrible screenplay. We'd like to have some quality in here too, instead we're treated like trash audience.
  23. vektor1979
    Oct 9, 2015
    5
    it's no surprise that this season is the lowest professionally reviewed one. the cast is incredible as usual, but lange is really missed. lady gaga has nothing to do in here. a good thing was that she only appeared for about 5 minutes in the first episode. the story is a little bit poor but the photography and tehcnical aspecs are ok, will give it a change, but really hope gaga's characterit's no surprise that this season is the lowest professionally reviewed one. the cast is incredible as usual, but lange is really missed. lady gaga has nothing to do in here. a good thing was that she only appeared for about 5 minutes in the first episode. the story is a little bit poor but the photography and tehcnical aspecs are ok, will give it a change, but really hope gaga's character appears a max of that 5 mins per episode.. if not i will stop watching. she CAN´T ak. get over it.… Expand
  24. AgusTravis
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    AHS is back and better than ever. With a terrific cast (Lady Gaga - who brings to mind Catherine Deneuve in The Hunger- Kathy Bates, Sarah Paulson, Angela Bassett , Evan Peters , Wes Bentley, Matt Bomer,Denis O'Hare, Cheyenne Jackson) it’s a sexier season, it’s a bloodier season. I think it’s the scariest season of all. I’m not just saying that. Honestly, there are a lot of elementsAHS is back and better than ever. With a terrific cast (Lady Gaga - who brings to mind Catherine Deneuve in The Hunger- Kathy Bates, Sarah Paulson, Angela Bassett , Evan Peters , Wes Bentley, Matt Bomer,Denis O'Hare, Cheyenne Jackson) it’s a sexier season, it’s a bloodier season. I think it’s the scariest season of all. I’m not just saying that. Honestly, there are a lot of elements that are very scary. I think because it’s present day, so that’s really cool, and the hotel. I mean, what’s scarier than a hotel? Welcome Back AHS!!!… Expand
  25. SmithM12323
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    Wow, this was a great episode! What a wonderful time to be an American Horror Story fan!
    All of the cast and crew did a phenomenal job, both past and new members!
  26. RobertFromTN
    Oct 18, 2015
    1
    All spectacle and no substance. This season of AHS is just dreadful. There is no decent plotline, and there is no character that anyone would care about. It's impossible to tell what is going on. This season aims to ape the style of The Shining without any of the strong acting of Jack Nicholson or the skillful direction of Stanley Kubrick.
    Lady Gaga may be the worst of it all. She's a    All spectacle and no substance. This season of AHS is just dreadful. There is no decent plotline, and there is no character that anyone would care about. It's impossible to tell what is going on. This season aims to ape the style of The Shining without any of the strong acting of Jack Nicholson or the skillful direction of Stanley Kubrick.
    Lady Gaga may be the worst of it all. She's a God-awful "actress" and is so bad as to be distracting when she is on screen.    … Expand
  27. CaptainArmy
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    Absolutely Fantastic, The Art Deco scenography of the Hotel is a Masterpiece!! the Cast is Awesome: Kathy, Sarah , Wes Bentley, Matt Bomer, and Lady Gaga did and amazing job. Congrats!! AHS HOTEL is the evolution of MURDER HOUSE and I love it!
  28. Pawsup
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    AHS is back and better than ever. With a flawless cast like Lady Gaga
    i think Lady Gaga’s American Horror Story Performance Is Her Greatest Reinvention Yet , she is haunting and brilliant in her role as Countess Elizabeth, who is twisted and blood thirsty ..
    Kathy Bates & all tha cast and producers praised Lady Gaga so much and they right tbh ..
  29. KimberlyWilson
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    I must admit, this first episode was absolutely fantastic. I will most definitely stay tuned throughout the entire season. Great performances by all cast, including their newest member - Lady Gaga. She surprised me in her abilities to convince and captivate her audience. I am looking forward to seeing how the plot will unfold.
  30. CandyVaDC
    Nov 6, 2015
    2
    Disappointing bore of a show. Bad acting and uninspired writing. Evan Peters sounds like someone in high school drama doing a bad English accent. Without Jessica Lange, this show is a skeleton of its former self. Stupid vampire tired theme and Lady Gaga's acting can't carry this show the way Jessica Lange did. Gaga just poses and wears fancy outfits -- no emotional compelling actingDisappointing bore of a show. Bad acting and uninspired writing. Evan Peters sounds like someone in high school drama doing a bad English accent. Without Jessica Lange, this show is a skeleton of its former self. Stupid vampire tired theme and Lady Gaga's acting can't carry this show the way Jessica Lange did. Gaga just poses and wears fancy outfits -- no emotional compelling acting ability. Almost laughable that they are throwing every single horror theme into the script without any believability. The lead actors look very similar to one another, as noted in other reviews. Pretty boys with Ken Doll looks with equally plastic lack of acting ability -- perfectly coiffed and blow-dried hair styles. Sad.… Expand
  31. raymondj
    Oct 13, 2015
    0
    Can Lady Gaga act? Absolutely NOT! This woman spends her entire career trying to 'channel' someone else. Its painful to watch. The only thing possibly harder to believe this go round is Bomer as a straight man who would ever have any interest in Gaga's character. This series certainly benefitted from the TALENT of Jessican Lange. She is greatly missed.
  32. WhenLifeGives
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    I am speechless. This is the best season premiere yet! All members of the cast really outdid themselves and thankfully, it has payed out incredibly! I know many people will continue to tune in, including myself. Applause to you all, including their newest member - Lady Gaga. A menacing and rewarding character. Well done to all cast!
  33. paradisoj
    Oct 9, 2015
    8
    This season looks different but promising. Lady Gaga did a great job and the recurring cast continues to showcase amazing performances. The problem with this season is that I think Ryan Murphy will use sex too much just for shock value and not to complete the plot.
  34. LucasX
    Oct 8, 2015
    0
    I've just finished watching season premiere of AHS: Hotel.. All I can say is that I'm beyond disappointed.. I've realized that a whole show was built around Jessica Lange and now with her absence they're just going with the cheapest shots and fads...The script is very weak and it lacks the thrill of previous seasons.. When it comes to cast, you can clearly feel they're not excited norI've just finished watching season premiere of AHS: Hotel.. All I can say is that I'm beyond disappointed.. I've realized that a whole show was built around Jessica Lange and now with her absence they're just going with the cheapest shots and fads...The script is very weak and it lacks the thrill of previous seasons.. When it comes to cast, you can clearly feel they're not excited nor engaged in their roles...Kathy Bates and Sarah Paulson were only highlight of the show, although they have done better in the past... and when it comes to Lady GaGa, new addition to the cast, well, I wasn't expecting much from artist or ''actress'' like her so I can't say I was disappointed by her weak performance, laughable at certain times, may I add...Since her first scene I felt there is something wrong...Usually, when it comes to pop stars playing in movies or TV shows, it's hard to focus on character they play and not their own persona... But that didn't happen this time... Something worse... I felt like I was watching....Madonna...impersonator of Madonna...If I wanted to watch some kind of drag show I will watch Rupaul...Madonna isn't acclaimed actress but that didn't stop GaGa from channeling her and her style... I don't think that was the right platform for it....Ryan Murphy needs to step the game up a bit because this latest effort from him is very tacky in every aspect... Was it entertaining? Yes, but not in the way they intended to be..It all just feels, um, reductive, and that's not good, in case if you don't know by now... as some might say: Another day, another slay? Well.., not so much....… Expand
  35. MeneNeto
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    incrível capítulo, com certeza o melhor piloto de ahs até então. O clima foi excelente , todos os atores estavam ótimos, Sarah e Kathy roubaram a cena. Gaga estava ótimo
  36. Carge_Liwi
    Oct 30, 2015
    0
    I'm in agreement with RetroATRL; filling the great Jessica Lange's absence with the likes of Lady Gaga has completely ruined one of my favorite TV shows. Although Evan Peters, Sarah Paulson, Denis O'Hare and Kathy Bates are still on the top of their game as always; I just couldn't get past how incredibly weak Lady Gaga's act is. For that reason and the way all the attention is placed onI'm in agreement with RetroATRL; filling the great Jessica Lange's absence with the likes of Lady Gaga has completely ruined one of my favorite TV shows. Although Evan Peters, Sarah Paulson, Denis O'Hare and Kathy Bates are still on the top of their game as always; I just couldn't get past how incredibly weak Lady Gaga's act is. For that reason and the way all the attention is placed on her character, I never made it through the second episode before hitting the "delete series" button. What a disappointment that FX has chosen the path of so many shows that ultimately fail to deliver.… Expand
  37. Trillcosbey
    Nov 17, 2015
    0
    This show has just become a joke.
    All of the positive reviews have been plagiarized from other sources just copy and paste into a google search and see for your self,
    Unreal I have told metacritic staff about this abuse and they do nothing. Meta critic is a joke.
  38. NickLikesMovies
    Dec 1, 2015
    6
    The more the season goes on, the worse it gets. I originally loved this season after the first 2 or so episodes, but recently, it has become a complete mess.
  39. Rysingzombie
    Oct 8, 2015
    9
    I have been an AHS fan from the very first season and I find myself really enjoying Hotel. I find it rather strange that people are insulting Lady Gaga's performance after 1 episode. My wife and I actually thought she did an awesome job and the way she mysteriously portrayed her character made us intrigued to find out more about her. I think that the first episode delivered a lot ofI have been an AHS fan from the very first season and I find myself really enjoying Hotel. I find it rather strange that people are insulting Lady Gaga's performance after 1 episode. My wife and I actually thought she did an awesome job and the way she mysteriously portrayed her character made us intrigued to find out more about her. I think that the first episode delivered a lot of exciting things for fans of the horror genre. There was lots of blood, gore, some jump scares, it paid homage to the Shinning, there were ghosts, vampires, demons, sex, drugs! I wonder if anyone noticed the 10 Commandments placed randomly in the opening credits. Perhaps because everyone of them will be broken during this season. Wow!!!… Expand
  40. Lollipopfop
    Oct 9, 2016
    0
    This show is just trash. I liked it the first season, and loved it second season, but it has gone downhill ever since. There are genuinely cool horror shows like the Exorcist on Fox, and Stranger Things, that have fresh, fun take on the genre. This has become completely boring. Too bad, because some of the actors, like Catherine Bates, and Even Petersen are really wonderful. Too much SarahThis show is just trash. I liked it the first season, and loved it second season, but it has gone downhill ever since. There are genuinely cool horror shows like the Exorcist on Fox, and Stranger Things, that have fresh, fun take on the genre. This has become completely boring. Too bad, because some of the actors, like Catherine Bates, and Even Petersen are really wonderful. Too much Sarah Paulson, too much politically correct moral, not enough suspence, not enough of anything really, plus the dramatization makes it so we know they all survived, which adds yet another boredom layer.… Expand
  41. Knighthawk81
    Oct 12, 2015
    3
    The best iterations of "AHS" have had compelling characters, ideas, and scares. I've watched the first two episodes, at least, of all the iterations, but only stuck with the whole thing three out of four seasons. Based on the overly strange and sado-sexual nature of the pilot, "Hotel" won't be one of them. It was gross, and not in a chilling and creepy way. It was over the top and gross,The best iterations of "AHS" have had compelling characters, ideas, and scares. I've watched the first two episodes, at least, of all the iterations, but only stuck with the whole thing three out of four seasons. Based on the overly strange and sado-sexual nature of the pilot, "Hotel" won't be one of them. It was gross, and not in a chilling and creepy way. It was over the top and gross, which isn't interesting to me.… Expand
  42. jesseurbancsik
    Oct 8, 2015
    9
    American Horror Story knows how to captivate its' audiences! Gaga with a good performance, Kathy Bates and O'Hare, Paulson and Bomer. What else can be better? Maybe the two killers on the loose? Blood thirsty, blond, scary as hell kids? The Realtor from Season 1? Looking forward to how this season unwinds!
  43. marden32
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    O Piloto foi realmente espetacular, talvez o melhor de todas as temporadas!!! Ainda temos muitas histórias para entender, mas certamente tudo será esclarecido com o passar dos episódios.
  44. Luccas_Augusto
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    essa série será muito perfeita, estou criando muita expectativa e só pelo piloto ja vemos o quão vai ser boa!!!!!!!!!!!!! que venham os próximos ep!!!!!
  45. JorUr
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    Exelente, 100% AHS, incluso mas pervertido y retorcido que nunca. Escenas que para algunos rozarian lo censurable. Un cast excelente que se luce en cada escena, incluyendo a Lady Gaga, la cual posee un papel perfecto para su escencia oscura y glamorosa. Musicalmente impecable, perfectos acompañamientos para sumergir al espectador en la atmosfera opresiva y dramatica de la vida de cadaExelente, 100% AHS, incluso mas pervertido y retorcido que nunca. Escenas que para algunos rozarian lo censurable. Un cast excelente que se luce en cada escena, incluyendo a Lady Gaga, la cual posee un papel perfecto para su escencia oscura y glamorosa. Musicalmente impecable, perfectos acompañamientos para sumergir al espectador en la atmosfera opresiva y dramatica de la vida de cada personaje. Este primer capitulo me dejo la hermosa sensación de que la temporada promete ser una de las mas duras visualmente, muchas drogas, sexo y sangre, y una digna competidora de sus mas altos puntos de grandeza como lo fueron Murder House y Asylum.… Expand
  46. lovatic
    Oct 7, 2015
    0
    Wow after two great seasons and two ok ones I was expecting more from this show but it was extremely disappointing. The characters weren't as interesting and Lady Gaga was terrible in the little we saw of her. I don't think I will be watching this season even though I'm a great fan of the show.
  47. Susej
    Nov 26, 2015
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved "Freaks", but this installment lacked a real story and character building. It was all style and no content. AND GRATUITOUSLY GROSS. Spoiler Alert: Innocent gay guy gets raped with a sharp metal **** within the first 30 minutes and dies screaming while another female character softly orders him to tell her he loves her. That's just ONE scene. The hour is packed with them and there is no rhyme or reason. They should use that **** on the writer for wasting the time of the audience and the actors on this show.… Expand
  48. The_Countess
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    Your boy has a jawline for days!

    I would like to invite you to stay at my fabulous Hotel Cortez. Our rates are competitive, our staff impeccable and our mattresses will positively devour you in their softness. No refunds.
  49. AndresEsteban
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    I have to admit that I lost some faith on the show after the last two seasons but 'Hotel' brings us back to the roots of the show. It's dark, evil, sexy and somehow funny. The first episode has been my favorite first episode from the series. It was full of new and mysterious characters, from John Lowe who seems to be an all American family guy with a dark past that will haunt him for theI have to admit that I lost some faith on the show after the last two seasons but 'Hotel' brings us back to the roots of the show. It's dark, evil, sexy and somehow funny. The first episode has been my favorite first episode from the series. It was full of new and mysterious characters, from John Lowe who seems to be an all American family guy with a dark past that will haunt him for the rest of the season to the Countess Elizabeth who is the mysterious and evil force that seems to be in charge of the hotel. The acting is terrific and the imagery is stunning. This may be the most mysterious season yet.… Expand
  50. Chumpp
    Oct 11, 2015
    10
    First episode of American Horror Story: Hotel appeared to be surprisingly the best episode ever. It is scary, beautiful and gorgeous with that impressice art-deco building and had arguably the best moment in AHS history: Lady Gaga and Matt Bomer introduction scene.
  51. RetroATRL
    Oct 13, 2015
    0
    The show suffers greatly from being so gaga focused and no Jessica Lange. gaga cannot act despite what her liddo monsters fuming on a bottom infested forum might say. P.S. Anticipating, MimiLamb, RoarG0Dnow on atrl xox
  52. Hemp316
    Oct 8, 2015
    9
    This Season had A really strong Season Premiere.For myself that one Episode made up for Freak Show being so horrible.It doesn't really disappoint on any level as there is no heavy subtext and the characters establish themselves through gruesome acts and for those who don't,other character's back stories are introduced in A detailed manner making flashback scene descriptive without taking AThis Season had A really strong Season Premiere.For myself that one Episode made up for Freak Show being so horrible.It doesn't really disappoint on any level as there is no heavy subtext and the characters establish themselves through gruesome acts and for those who don't,other character's back stories are introduced in A detailed manner making flashback scene descriptive without taking A long time.

    You'll see A lot of familiar faces from past AHS Shows and they of course act perfectly.The story is leaps and bounds better than last Season and let's hope it stays that way as it looks to be A very great one so far.    … Expand
  53. Animespora
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    Fascinating, stylish, grotesque, and utterly fabulous!

    This season has so much potential and I hope it doesn't lose steam like the previous seasons before... but with colorful characters and a steamy style I have nothing but high hopes for this show! And of course lady gaga's inclusion does help.. with her presence in this episode alone being majestically sexy and very impressive for    Fascinating, stylish, grotesque, and utterly fabulous!

    This season has so much potential and I hope it doesn't lose steam like the previous seasons before... but with colorful characters and a steamy style I have nothing but high hopes for this show!

    And of course lady gaga's inclusion does help.. with her presence in this episode alone being majestically sexy and very impressive for one of her first real roles in both television and movies ... machete? pfff .. sin city? barely a cameo.    … Expand
  54. Max2405
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    i'm loving it so far.its dark,creepy,twisted and everyone's acting is so on point.Gaga did a good job.it was refreshing to see a new lead.I can already feel that its going to be my favorite AHS season.
    Keep it up,Ryan Murphy :)
  55. nicholasbert
    Oct 9, 2015
    4
    Not the best of starts for this season of AHS, continuing (maybe) the tradition set by the last two seasons, undeniably weaker than both Murder House and Asylum. When AHS hit the screens for the first time, it was actually kind of scary... we can't say the same about Hotel, which is, yes, daunting, but has little to do with the titular "horror". The acting can rely on regulars such asNot the best of starts for this season of AHS, continuing (maybe) the tradition set by the last two seasons, undeniably weaker than both Murder House and Asylum. When AHS hit the screens for the first time, it was actually kind of scary... we can't say the same about Hotel, which is, yes, daunting, but has little to do with the titular "horror". The acting can rely on regulars such as Kathy Bates and Sarah Paulson, so we can almost rest assured they will grant the same level of performance they had so far.

    The decor of the Hotel Cortez on its own merits a great applause, and the cinematography is, as usual, very good for a TV show. It's the story I have my doubts about already.    … Expand
  56. zouz123
    Oct 12, 2015
    10
    I'd be lying if I said I didn't like it just because of Lady Gaga. She actually did a pretty good job, even though i'm not a fan, just had to forget who she is in real life. And the setting is just impeccable, with solid performances throughout. Can't wait for next episodes.
  57. TheFamousLM
    Oct 10, 2015
    10
    To be honest I think the first episode was the best season premiere of the whole show. It seems to be a very interesting and intriguing season. The cast is pretty good. Kathy Bates is perfect as usual but her character fits her even better this time I think. Sarah and Matt are excellent. Lady Gaga surprised and delivered a perfect acting performance. Yes we all liked Jessica Lange but herTo be honest I think the first episode was the best season premiere of the whole show. It seems to be a very interesting and intriguing season. The cast is pretty good. Kathy Bates is perfect as usual but her character fits her even better this time I think. Sarah and Matt are excellent. Lady Gaga surprised and delivered a perfect acting performance. Yes we all liked Jessica Lange but her characters where very similar and it was time for her to walk away of the shoe for a while.… Expand
  58. thomasnichols
    Oct 9, 2015
    5
    I have been a fan of AHS since the premiere of season 1. It was pretty much my favorite show and I thought the first three seasons were great (even though some people didn't like coven). I had been awaiting the arrival of freakshow, but when it finally aired it was as if it didn't have that same kind of magic AHS is known for. When they announced it was to be Jessica Lange's final season,I have been a fan of AHS since the premiere of season 1. It was pretty much my favorite show and I thought the first three seasons were great (even though some people didn't like coven). I had been awaiting the arrival of freakshow, but when it finally aired it was as if it didn't have that same kind of magic AHS is known for. When they announced it was to be Jessica Lange's final season, I knew the show was going to go downhill, fast. And although the first episode of hotel was not as bad as freakshow was, it kind of just repelled me away. I don't know, and you don't have to agree with me (which I know most of you hardcore fans that don't want to say anything bad about it will) but it just doesn't feel like the same AHS I have known and loved over the past few years. I only now realize that Jessica Lange was kind of the glue holding the whole show together, and now it's all just falling apart.… Expand
  59. CarlosSantox
    Oct 9, 2015
    10
    Os bons tempos da série estão de volta. Depois de duas temporadas dramaticamente fracas, Hotel surge superando todas as expectativas. O roteiro é brilhante com a mistura do clássico e contemporâneo, onde referencias ao renomado O Iluminado são claras. O elenco é impecável, e a presença genial de Lady Gaga colabora para a grandiosidade da série, além de excelente atriz. Incrível!
  60. lescanoph
    Oct 9, 2015
    10
    nossa...ta perfeito..cenario..atuacao
    nunca vi algo tao perfeito..jesus ... nosssaaaaa gaga ta muitoboaaaaaaa como posso dzier
    nunca peserei algo tao bommm
  61. ahsjunkie9
    Oct 12, 2015
    10
    Ryan Murphy never ceases to amaze me on the AHS seasons and this one is no different. I love the extravagant fashion that Lady Gaga displayed during season one. I especially loved the blood soaked foursome. It kind of surprised, but overall, it displayed the type of horror I enjoy. Very effective! :)
  62. ddavidaniel
    Oct 30, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A temporada esta entorpecida de vingança, mistério, crimes, historias e principalmente sangue, o enredo bem construído mostra uma certa perfeição em fazer horror… Expand
  63. LukeAnthonyy
    May 26, 2016
    10
    Ryan Murphy has done an amazing job with every season of American Horror Story and continues to impress me with this one. The cast is full of talented people and Lady Gaga added so much to the show. Her acting in the episode "Flicker" alone is Emmy worthy. Other highlights of this season include Sarah Paulson and Denis O'Hare.
  64. PipingHotLipton
    Oct 8, 2015
    0
    Lady Gaga delivers a weak, uninspired performance, masked by a nauseating sex scene meant to shock the audience. Gaga's casting on the show came as a surprise; her insipid, unrefined performance did not. The cast of AHS is usually impressive, but with a weak link. This year, the weakest link is Lady Gaga. New viewers be cautioned, AHS has its bright moments so don't let Gaga's dying starLady Gaga delivers a weak, uninspired performance, masked by a nauseating sex scene meant to shock the audience. Gaga's casting on the show came as a surprise; her insipid, unrefined performance did not. The cast of AHS is usually impressive, but with a weak link. This year, the weakest link is Lady Gaga. New viewers be cautioned, AHS has its bright moments so don't let Gaga's dying star and painfully cringe-worthy performance repel you from the show.… Expand
  65. GG19
    Oct 8, 2015
    0
    I was unsure of Lady Gaga because she is a pop artist, but I thought I would give it a shot anyway, this is one of my all time favorite shows. It was just what I expected. The whole episode was a joke! I feel the episode was a fashion show mixed with an adult film called the bad acting of Lady Gaga. They really jumped the shark, way to sell out! Very dissatisfied.
  66. ImNotAGhost
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    Why are so many people starting with bad reviews when there's only one episode out jet? I'm sure that this will be the most terrifying season jet. Just wait and dive into the horror!
  67. diegonelli
    Oct 8, 2015
    7
    Just watched the first episode and I liked so much it. It doesn't compare with first seasons, but like it. I'll definitely watch next episodes. Nice plot, also.
  68. gabrielramos
    Oct 8, 2015
    10
    The new AHS season begins with which is probably the most disturbing episode of the series. And that's incredible. Horror is full-on, but the cast is as always on point (even Gaga, who is new at this, did a good job). The season has a lot of potential that is yet to be explored and the stay at this Hotel is definitely worth the chills.
  69. chommy
    Oct 8, 2015
    0
    You'd expect with that awful pop star Lady GaGa now part of this show, this would start shaping up to be the worst season yet, right? Well....you're right.
  70. vgmkyle
    Oct 11, 2015
    10
    Lady Gaga can act, and it seems there is a natural chemistry working with some of the best in the business. I think that the sex scene was a little over-done, but overall the first episode is always meant to delve you into this crazy world. Giving you an idea of what to expect while playing with your mind to make you want more.
  71. vespertyne
    Oct 7, 2015
    9
    As a little monster, i would say Lady Gaga was "regular", not GOOD or BAD, because the series must continue and has other characters to be focused but as a fan show it was the Best Pilot from AHS. There was some crazy and bloody moments that I was waiting to this show.
  72. Danil
    Nov 25, 2015
    9
    Giving Lady Gaga so much screen time was a huge mistake as she is a pretty lousy actress. Despite that this season is great. Feels like a mix of first and second seasons plus a bunch of music-video like sequences where Lady Gaga shows off her gaudy tat and makes out with hunky boys.
  73. Skeletor71
    Oct 13, 2015
    9
    There were some very familiar scenes in this, but that's not a bad thing. It marks a return to some decent old-fashioned horror. And the styling is just superb. I'm a sucker for anything Deco though.
  74. giorgi
    Oct 12, 2015
    7
    this episode is not as strong as freakshows opening but we all know how that season turned out so hotel might get better. everyone did a good job
    gagas visual presence was on point but her line delivery wasnt so good so ill give her 7/10. overall she did well. cant wait for the second episode
  75. PoeticDumpling
    Oct 30, 2015
    7
    Best season since S1. It is back to its grittier darkness with a great vampire story. S3 and S4 were the weakest seasons for me. S2 was my second favorite until Hotel. I hope this show keeps this sort of vibe if it continues. Lady Gaga is refreshing...she's not off-the-charts amazing, but more than adequate and pulls off the 80's woman vibe well. Evan Peters is the one stealing theBest season since S1. It is back to its grittier darkness with a great vampire story. S3 and S4 were the weakest seasons for me. S2 was my second favorite until Hotel. I hope this show keeps this sort of vibe if it continues. Lady Gaga is refreshing...she's not off-the-charts amazing, but more than adequate and pulls off the 80's woman vibe well. Evan Peters is the one stealing the show here. He deserves award nominations. This is his best acting of any season, thus far. Thank god, Kathy Bates is in a better role than the Bearded lady role which really did not serve her well, imho. Wes Bentley isn't an amazing actor, but he is sexy in a brooding way. I like having him in the series this season.… Expand
  76. alehmarchiori
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    AHS HOTEl has what the first two seasons, horror, blood, music (not singing), i really think its gonna be a great season, especially with Lady Gaga, she is amazing and she lives art, she is perfect to play The Countess, i can't really think in no one beyond her for this character.
  77. Sato505
    Dec 9, 2015
    10
    I absolutely adore this one. It's a Horror/Gore masterpiece. I also think hotel might be my favorite of AHS! We'll see at the end of the season if it is able to dethrone ASYLUM!! Ohh and Lady Gaga is doing pretty great in my opinion. That was quite shocking! Still I'm missing Jessica Lange sooo much!!
  78. CharlieGray
    Oct 14, 2015
    10
    AHS: Hotel it's an amazing, creepy and bloody season, altought something it's missing, and that something it's called Jessica Lange, with her, this season would be even cooler.
  79. MrMrianit500
    Oct 14, 2015
    8
    This series of American HORROR Story takes 'Horror' to a whole new level. It had that much blood in the bed scene it would be a Vampire's wet dream. Praises do go to Lady Gaga though for her amazing Television debut; she was defiantly a highlight of the episode.
  80. yeanfranco27
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    Lady Gaga is doing an impeccable job for her first run. Although plot line gets blurry at times it is always explained later. People need to get over Lange's absence and move forward. They need to view Gaga as a regular actress and not judge her based off of her success as a singer. Misconceptions blur the overall impact of the show. Great casting allows each character to flourish andLady Gaga is doing an impeccable job for her first run. Although plot line gets blurry at times it is always explained later. People need to get over Lange's absence and move forward. They need to view Gaga as a regular actress and not judge her based off of her success as a singer. Misconceptions blur the overall impact of the show. Great casting allows each character to flourish and develop. This truthfully allows for best outcome of show. People need to give it chance and see the true artistic vision behind such a masterpiece.… Expand
  81. Luizfelipereira
    Mar 22, 2016
    10
    Hotel é uma ótima temporada e uma das melhores do show. Achei incrível a forma como desenvolveram a história e como conseguiram incrementar vários elementos da cultura pop. As atuações foram impecáveis. Denis merecia realmente ganhar um Emmy assim como Kathy Bates. A atuação de Gaga só cresceu com os episódios e cumpriu mto bem seu papel. O único aspecto negativo da temporada na minhaHotel é uma ótima temporada e uma das melhores do show. Achei incrível a forma como desenvolveram a história e como conseguiram incrementar vários elementos da cultura pop. As atuações foram impecáveis. Denis merecia realmente ganhar um Emmy assim como Kathy Bates. A atuação de Gaga só cresceu com os episódios e cumpriu mto bem seu papel. O único aspecto negativo da temporada na minha opinião foram a má construção do personagem da Angela e da Chloe. A trilha sonora foi a melhor de todas as temporadas assim como o figurino. Parabéns ao Ryan e a equipe de Ahs… Expand
  82. steelystan
    Apr 18, 2017
    2
    How anybody can like this season is beyond me. It's not scary, it relies heavily on sex and partial nudity, the acting is horrible, the story is boring, and Lady Gaga is not that good of an actress.
  83. sonicbill11
    Nov 16, 2019
    1
    Seasons 1, 2 and 3 were great. Even Freakshow (Season 4) grew on me after a while and kept my interest. I gave up halfway through Season 5. I still didn't know who half of the characters were or what was the actual plot after 6 episodes. Worst season ever.
  84. jackaz15
    Oct 11, 2018
    4
    AHS: Hotel was so comically inept that its addictive glamour and B-movie cheese prevailed over its brutally boring gore, unfocused storytelling, and ostentatious sexuality. (4/10)
  85. WJS
    Dec 16, 2015
    6
    This show has great production design but, of course, that doesn't help make it any better. It's really a big disappointment and, having now watched all of the seasons of American Horror Story, this was my least favorite. Lady Gaga just can't replace Jessica Lange and you can only watch so many throat slashing without thinking "here we go again".
  86. MattBrady99
    Jan 30, 2016
    5
    Miss Hazel Evers: "There are more stains in heaven and earth than are dreamt of in your philosophy".

    OK I'm just going to start the review off like this, American Horror Story: Hotel was really disappointing. It sucks saying that, because I enjoyed the past seasons and I was really looking forward to this one. It's not the worse season ever made (I've seen much worse), but I really    Miss Hazel Evers: "There are more stains in heaven and earth than are dreamt of in your philosophy".

    OK I'm just going to start the review off like this, American Horror Story: Hotel was really disappointing. It sucks saying that, because I enjoyed the past seasons and I was really looking forward to this one. It's not the worse season ever made (I've seen much worse), but I really didn't care about this season or what was going on. I know a lot of people are going to defend this no matter what and it's fine if you like this season, but sadly I just wanted more from it.

    Evan Peters, Kathy Bates, Sarah Paulson and Denis O'Hare were hands down the stand outs of this season. All four of them were so brilliant and unique in their roles. They made this season watchable as the characters are interesting and the back story's are engaging.

    I can tell a lot of effort went into this and the people behind the scenes really do care about this show. I respect that and it's must be really heartbreaking that this season didn't do very well when it comes to being well received from critics. Lets just hope that hard work will pay off in the next season.

    Jessica Lange isn't in this season (I wouldn't blame her), but who replaced her as the somewhat of a lead is lady Gaga, and that's when I got seriously worried. Gaga isn't the best actress in the world and I was very curious what she can bring to the show. Lady Gaga acting in the show wasn't anything that great or even special. She was really wooden and the other actors in the show really outshine her. I was so mad when she won the Golden Globe, as Kirsten Dunst should have won for Fargo, but that's just award shows.

    And that's really what I think of this season, as everything else I've already forgotten about. I just wish this season would give me more of the horror and least of the vampire bullsh*t. I hope the next season is better than the season that we got.    … Expand
  87. vitorthehuman
    Dec 21, 2015
    5
    Is the season with more sex of all. Resembles me Asylum, except this season be miserably bad. Lady Gaga's performance is poor and amateurish. In my opinion, is the worst season of American Horror Story.
  88. Dzimas
    Aug 28, 2017
    8
    The season held up reasonably well with some good surprises in the end. I was disappointed they didn't make more out of Angela Bassett's character. Could have used a lot more Ramona and a lot less John Lowe as far as I was concerned. The big surprise to me was how much Evan Peters got into his role as James Patrick March. I hadn't seen all of the previous AHS seasons, but he struck meThe season held up reasonably well with some good surprises in the end. I was disappointed they didn't make more out of Angela Bassett's character. Could have used a lot more Ramona and a lot less John Lowe as far as I was concerned. The big surprise to me was how much Evan Peters got into his role as James Patrick March. I hadn't seen all of the previous AHS seasons, but he struck me as too peevish in Haunted House and Asylum. I was glad as hell Dylan McDermott was dropped.

    What I liked most was the choreography of staging and music in so many scenes. The directors clearly had fun with their theme and the writers kept them on track. The one crazy tangent were the vampire kids, but smartly they kept this to a sight gag rather than getting sidetracked as they did in Asylum with all their subplots. Kids don't fare well in this season.

    Gaga lorded over the hotel like the diva that she is, but she was often upstaged. Denis O'Hare stole the show with his campy role. Kathy Bates was good but too subdued. I would have liked to see her go off the rails more often. However, they made for a great pair.

    As usual, the writers liberally borrowed from numerous horror movies and great indies like The Hunger, Shadow of a Vampire and Only Lovers Left Alive. No matter as they were able to fuse it into their own crazy vision. Whenever the season seemed on the verge of breaking down, the production team managed to find a way to pick it back up again, resulting in the best ending I've seen to date.

    Don't go into this season with too high of hopes, just go along for the ride.    … Expand
  89. Debaser7
    Oct 27, 2016
    8
    A great season, Sort of neon gothic erotic horror. I do have some issues with this season, like John being the killer was pretty predictable, One too many sex scenes (Something i normally don't complain about) and the last two episodes drag, while the ending being a little mediocre. But overall, the cast was great, the storylines were good, the soundtrack is amazing and it's visuallyA great season, Sort of neon gothic erotic horror. I do have some issues with this season, like John being the killer was pretty predictable, One too many sex scenes (Something i normally don't complain about) and the last two episodes drag, while the ending being a little mediocre. But overall, the cast was great, the storylines were good, the soundtrack is amazing and it's visually beautiful, but creepy… Expand
  90. reviewfrom19842
    Oct 9, 2016
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Oh boy where to start

    Cons: Worst season by far. The story is all other the place and it fells like a lot of talented writers got only one day to write an episode that's what it fells like. The way Queenie is in this season and how she died is the stupidest **** I have ever see on TV. The first episode is a mess and is badly written it's just a mess. The twist the worst twist I have seen.

    Pros: I'm found of the charters I think these charters show be in other season like sally. Liz, iris, James, Elizabeth, Tristan no **** Tristan. I like the set it fells like this hotel is alive. The acting is amazing it's one of the best thing about all the seasons. The three episodes Devil's night, Room service, and Flicker are amazing and the only episodes wroth watching.

    Checking In  3/10
    Chutes and Ladders  5/10
    Mommy  7/10
    Devil's Night  9/10
    Room Service 8/10
    Room 33 6/10
    Flicker 10/10
    The Ten Commandments Killer 3/10
    She Wants Revenge 4/10
    She Gets Revenge 4/10
    Battle Royale 2/10
     Be Our Guest  6/10    … Expand
  91. yamurbina
    Oct 15, 2016
    4
    This is definitely AHS worst season.
    The whole hotel ambient could've been used better. Although the beautiful decoration of the hotel, seems to don't have real guests, just a few to fulfil the blood thirsty. The show has become formulaic.
    It' notorious Jessica Lange's talent is not on the show, besides Denis O'Hare, Sarah Paulson and Katy Bathes the rest of the cast is flat. I'm    This is definitely AHS worst season.
    The whole hotel ambient could've been used better. Although the beautiful decoration of the hotel, seems to don't have real guests, just a few to fulfil the blood thirsty. The show has become formulaic.
    It' notorious Jessica Lange's talent is not on the show, besides Denis O'Hare, Sarah Paulson and Katy Bathes the rest of the cast is flat. I'm disappointed with Evan Peters, his accent sound forced and fake.
    I think biggest flaw of this season it's that this season doesn't even feel like AHS anymore. New cast like Lady Gaga makes the show feel more commercial. Lady Gaga is good at being her own character, but not as an actress. I don't know, the characters and the use of the location doesn't make it feel like AHS used to be.    … Expand
  92. greatwightsatan
    Oct 24, 2016
    9
    Every part of Hotel is visually striking and appealing. The soundtrack is honestly at an all time high for the series. Gaga is on point. Denis O' Hare makes the season as Liz Taylor.
    The only way this season falls a bit short is the whole drawl Ten Commandments Killer Plot line.
  93. mrharrybeck
    Oct 2, 2017
    6
    Gaga's spectacular as is the whole cast. But there were stories that led nowhere, even though the horror element was not absent. American Horror Story: Hotel is enjoyable yet a wee bit trashy.
  94. WorldofLucky
    Feb 3, 2018
    8
    Now AHS has finally hit its stride and is in that sweet spot of horror and drama.

    Overall this is the best season so far that I have seen. The stories all wrap around a hotel, a countess, things that are similar to vampires, spirits and serial killers. The base idea is wrapped around a similar serial killer H.H. Holmes who owned a hotel that was sometimes called the Murder Castle in    Now AHS has finally hit its stride and is in that sweet spot of horror and drama.

    Overall this is the best season so far that I have seen. The stories all wrap around a hotel, a countess, things that are similar to vampires, spirits and serial killers. The base idea is wrapped around a similar serial killer H.H. Holmes who owned a hotel that was sometimes called the Murder Castle in Chicago.

    The real serial killer claimed at least 27 people were killed in various rooms when they checked into his hotel. Of course in traditional American Horror Story style the body count is upped by tenfold, using chutes to hide bodies, ghosts to kill guests and visits from other serial killers.

    Even though the story focuses on a possible serial killer, my favorite character is Liz Taylor, played by Dennis O’hare. He as fantastic, and I found his story definitely interesting and touching.

    My favorite character!
    Lady |Gaga made her AHS debut here, and she did well, along with Kathy Bates and the returning cast. I really didn’t have anything negative to say about this season at all.

    Pros: The show finds its groove, the cast are at their best and Lady Gaga does fairly well in my first exposure to her acting.

    Cons: I wish they had focused on Liz more.

    The show keeps putting out good content, it doesn’t feel like they have exhausted the theme of the show yet.    … Expand
  95. AdriiCC
    Sep 1, 2018
    10
    Está es una de las mejores temporadas, tanto por el lenguaje poético y por la escenografía de alta calidad.
  96. MarceloPaz
    Oct 6, 2018
    7
    Again the end poorly worked, many characters for many endings, the season has an incredible soundtrack, a shame not reflect on the episodes. Highlight for ep 10, very good
  97. Dsros96
    Oct 23, 2021
    8
    Very good season overall. Jessica Lange isn't missed. Only thing is that many elements were unused/ unfinished. Lady Gaga surprises as her character.
  98. JoshsRating
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    This is the first season I watched of American Horror Story and Lady Gaga really deserved her best actress golden globe win for her first TV role. Her character became a classic among internet users and will continue to inspire others years to come.
  99. Erick2302
    Aug 3, 2021
    0
    Es la peor de todas las temporadas de ahs, solo es Lady Gaga paseándose en lindos vestidos y la trama muy mala.
  100. Littlest_Red
    Jun 28, 2023
    8
    The most taboo season of ahs to date. Hotel cortez is based off a real life 'hotel cecil' that had strange occurrences. Lady Gaga is a bold and ruthless lover/leader, and really takes the role in a feminine, but powerful direction. The flashback episode really ruts out a lot of her character, and maintains to me, as one of the strongest. The lost kid and the vampires part of the season isThe most taboo season of ahs to date. Hotel cortez is based off a real life 'hotel cecil' that had strange occurrences. Lady Gaga is a bold and ruthless lover/leader, and really takes the role in a feminine, but powerful direction. The flashback episode really ruts out a lot of her character, and maintains to me, as one of the strongest. The lost kid and the vampires part of the season is also really good, and taps into a few fears of losing a child and also losing childhood innocence. Liz Taylor and her friendship with iris is also a highlight of the series.… Expand
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#11 Most Discussed TV Season of 2015
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#8 Most Shared TV Season of 2015

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Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 24
  3. Negative: 1 out of 24
  1. The Atlantic
    Reviewed by: Spencer Kornhaber
    Oct 8, 2015
    70
    If this all sounds immensely convoluted and sadistic, well, welcome to American Horror Story. But there’s reason to hope that this will be among the better messes the show has served up.... Hotel’s premiere returned to the frightening essentials--death, desire, and property deeds.
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  2. San Jose Mercury News/Contra Costa Times
    Reviewed by: Chuck Barney
    Oct 8, 2015
    30
    Although the first episode runs for a bloated 90 minutes, it provides only scant hints of a main plot thread.... So once again, I'm confronted with an AHS season that appears to be more gross than engrossing. Alas, I may not be able to check out of the Hotel Cortez, but at least I can change the channel.
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  3. IndieWire
    Reviewed by: Ben Travers
    Oct 7, 2015
    58
    Aside from the always sterling production design--there is one audacious sign of hope in this otherwise trite Hotel.... I wouldn't go so far as to say Gaga's talent adds much to the proceedings, but her presence--and the manner in which its captured — certainly does.
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