7.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
American Horror Story (2011)
Bias Rating
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Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.6
Overview
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 show, a hotel, a farmhouse in Roanoke, a cult, the apocalypse and a summer camp.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Bias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Trans: Positive
Christianity: Negative
Overview
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 show, a hotel, a farmhouse in Roanoke, a cult, the apocalypse and a summer camp.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
American Horror Story consistently explores themes of systemic oppression, discrimination, and the abuse of power against marginalized groups, which are central preoccupations of progressive discourse. While it often critiques human depravity across the spectrum, its dominant thematic focus aligns with left-leaning values.
American Horror Story consistently showcases significant diversity in its casting, frequently featuring minority and LGBTQ+ actors in central and powerful roles. The narrative often critiques traditional power structures and identities, portraying white, male figures negatively, while explicitly centering themes of female empowerment and LGBTQ+ struggles.
Secondary
American Horror Story consistently features prominent and complex LGBTQ+ characters who, despite facing immense horror and prejudice, are often depicted with dignity, agency, and resilience. The show frequently critiques societal injustices against queer individuals, affirming their worth even amidst tragic circumstances.
American Horror Story features Liz Taylor, a trans woman, whose arc is overwhelmingly positive. She is depicted with dignity, complexity, and agency, finding acceptance and love. The narrative affirms the worth of her trans identity, framing obstacles as external and celebrating her authentic self.
The show frequently depicts Christian institutions (e.g., Catholic Church in Asylum) and some adherents as corrupt, abusive, hypocritical, or easily swayed by evil. While individual characters may seek redemption, the narrative consistently highlights the oppressive and cruel aspects of organized religion without significant counterbalancing positive portrayals.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
American Horror Story is an anthology series that primarily features original characters. While it draws inspiration from historical figures and folklore, it does not portray any established characters from source material, history, or previous installments with a different gender.
American Horror Story is an original anthology series. While it features some historical figures, their on-screen portrayals generally align with their established historical race. Original characters, which form the majority, do not qualify for a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
7.9
8.1
Critic Ratings
7.7
6.5
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