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The Best Episodes of American Horror Story Season 12

Every episode of American Horror Story Season 12 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Horror Story Season 12!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Horror Story Season 12 Episode 1 - Multiply Thy Pain
    5.6/10(2919 votes)

    #1 - Multiply Thy Pain

    S12:E1

    After multiple failed attempts of IVF, actress Anna Victoria Alcott wants nothing more than to start a family. As the buzz around her recent film grows, she fears that something may be targeting her - and her pursuit of motherhood.

    Director:Jessica Yu

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  2. American Horror Story Season 12 Episode 2 - Rockabye
    5.9/10(2144 votes)

    #2 - Rockabye

    S12:E2

    It’s awards season and Anna is primed to be a major player in contention. After a frightening encounter convinces her that she’s being followed, she begins to question who she can trust.

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  3. American Horror Story Season 12 Episode 3 - When the Bough Breaks
    5.6/10(1915 votes)

    #3 - When the Bough Breaks

    S12:E3

    As Anna and Dex settle into their Hamptons sanctuary, the comfort begins to fade. Her circle of trust is slowly shrinking, and doubt creeps into Anna’s head - could the evil be right under her nose?

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  4. American Horror Story Season 12 Episode 4 - Vanishing Twin
    5.7/10(1758 votes)

    #4 - Vanishing Twin

    S12:E4

    With help from Siobhan, a major announcement helps restore Anna’s public image. Behind closed doors however, something powerful seems to be taking over.

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  5. American Horror Story Season 12 Episode 5 - Preech
    5.6/10(1684 votes)

    #5 - Preech

    S12:E5

    Anna senses the dark presence closing in on her, closer than ever. Ms. Preecher reveals pieces of her past and may know the truth about what's happening to Anna and Dex.

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  6. American Horror Story Season 12 Episode 6 - Opening Night
    5.5/10(1388 votes)

    #6 - Opening Night

    S12:E6

    A glimpse into Anna's past reveals why she craves motherhood, while Dex's troubling family life is dragged into the spotlight.

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  8. American Horror Story Season 12 Episode 7 - Ave Hestia
    5.6/10(1399 votes)

    #7 - Ave Hestia

    S12:E7

    Entrenched in her grapple for fame and motherhood, Anna may be involved in a cycle much bigger - and older - than she realizes.

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  9. American Horror Story Season 12 Episode 8 - Little Gold Man
    5.2/10(1304 votes)

    #8 - Little Gold Man

    S12:E8

    The world around Anna is starting to crescendo in every way: her career path continues to skyrocket, while her personal life is more stressful than ever - just in time for Hollywood's big night.

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  10. American Horror Story Season 12 Episode 9 - The Auteur
    3.3/10(2042 votes)

    #9 - The Auteur

    S12:E9

    Her choices have unknowingly led to deadly consequences, but Anna can still have it all - for a price.

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Season 12 Ratings Summary

"Multiply Thy Pain" is the best rated episode of "American Horror Story" season 12. It scored 5.6/10 based on 2919 votes. Directed by Jessica Yu and written by Halley Feiffer, it aired on 9/20/2023. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Rockabye".