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American Horror Story

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Set in 1964, American Horror Story: Asylum takes us into a Church-run haven for the criminally insane, ruled with an iron fist by Sister Jude (Jessica Lange), a nun with a troubled past.
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  1. S2 E1 - Welcome to Briarcliff
    October 16, 2012
    46min
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    Welcome to Briarcliff Manor, a notorious insane asylum home to the deranged serial killer, Bloody Face. Lurking in the shadows of this "sanctuary of healing" are terrifying evils that blur the boundaries between reality and insanity.
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  2. S2 E2 - Tricks and Treats
    October 23, 2012
    44min
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    An Exorcist is summoned to Briarcliff to help save a troubled farm boy. Sister Jude's darkest secret is revealed.
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  3. S2 E3 - Nor'easter
    October 30, 2012
    41min
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    A group of patients attempt to escape from Briarcliff during a violent storm.
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  4. S2 E4 - I Am Anne Frank Part 1
    November 6, 2012
    42min
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    A new patient claiming to be Anne Frank exposes Arden's past. Kit learns why Grace was admitted to Briarcliff.
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  5. S2 E5 - I Am Anne Frank Part 2
    November 13, 2012
    43min
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    Conclusion. Sister Jude digs up dirt on Arden. Later, Kit makes a surprising confession; and Bloody Face is unmasked.
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  6. S2 E6 - Origins of Monstrosity
    November 20, 2012
    41min
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    A mysterious little girl is abandoned at Briarcliff. The Monsignor makes a Faustian pact with Dr. Arden. The origin of Bloody Face is revealed.
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  7. S2 E7 - Dark Cousin
    November 27, 2012
    42min
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    Sister Mary Eunice is terrified to discover a dark angel has descended on Briarcliff. Kit makes a bold move to be reunited with Grace.
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  8. S2 E8 - Unholy Night
    December 4, 2012
    40min
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    A murderous Santa wreaks havoc on Briarcliff. Sister Jude faces off with the Devil. Arden has a shocking encounter in the Death Chute.
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  9. S2 E9 - The Coat Hanger
    December 11, 2012
    40min
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    The Monsignor takes an unlikely convert under his wing. Lana secures a new piece of evidence that can exonerate Kit. Dr. Arden witnesses a miraculous return.
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  10. S2 E10 - The Name Game
    January 1, 2013
    40min
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    The Monsignor confronts the Devil. Dr. Arden's experiments reach a shocking conclusion. Dr. Thredson facilitates a surprising reunion for Kit.
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  11. S2 E11 - Spilt Milk
    January 8, 2013
    46min
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    Grace brings Kit devastating news about the aliens' experiments on Alma. Dr. Thredson receives an unexpected visitor. The Monsignor goes to extreme lengths to silence Jude.
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  12. S2 E12 - Continuum
    January 15, 2013
    44min
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    A deadly new inmate threatens Sister Jude's chance of release from Briarcliff. Grace's obsession with the aliens turns violent.
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  13. S2 E13 - Madness Ends
    January 22, 2013
    46min
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    Johnny sets out to complete his father's work. Lana leads the charge to finally shut down Briarcliff.
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Content advisory
Violencefrightening scenesalcohol usesmokingfoul languagesexual content
Subtitles
None available
Directors
Bradley BueckerAlfonso Gomez-RejonJohn J. GrayJennifer LynchMichael UppendahlLoni PeristereGwyneth Horder-PaytonMichael GoiRyan MurphyMichael Lehmann
Cast
Lily RabeEvan PetersSarah Paulson
Studio
FX
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