American Horror Story: Hotel premieres on FX on October 7th. In addition to the arrival of Lady Gaga as a central character, you will also see, Sarah Paulson, Kathy Bates, Matt Bomer, Angela Bassett, Evan Peters, Lily Rabe, Wes Bentley, Chloë Sevigny, Finn Wittrock, Denis O’Hare, Cheyenne Jackson and Max Greenfield.
Lady Gaga plays a Countess and a socialite who owns Hotel Cortez. The Countess it seems has an insatiable appetite for blood and sex. Matt Bomer plays Donovan and Finn Wittrock plays Tristan. Both character’s share the Countess’s love for blood and sex making for a vampire’s love triangle of sorts. Ryan Murphy stops short of calling them vampires, but they’re vampires nonetheless despite the lack of fangs involved.
Donovan, who has been with the Countess in some capacity for two decades would like to settle into a less hypersexual, monogamous relationship. Tristan, as the new young buck, is somewhat of a thorn in Donovan’s side.
Kathy Bates plays Donovan’s mother and she is also the front desk manager for the Hotel. She’s very overprotective of Donovan.
Angela Bassett plays Ramona Royale this season. Ramona is an actress with a past with the Countess. Ramona is set to be the primary nemesis of the Countess.
Wes Bentley plays a relatively normal police detective, John Lowe, who is trying to solve a series of murders by the Ten Commandments Killer. He moves into the hotel to pursue his investigation. His wife is a pediatrician named Alex played by Chloe Sevigny’s Alex. Their relationship is a bit rocky, not just because he hunting a serial killer but always due to some tremendous loss they have recently suffered.
Evans Peters plays Mr. March the person who built the hotel in the 1930s. As is often the case, the series will shift back and forth between the 1030s and the present time. Mr. March has been described as “sadistic” and designed the hotel specifically to accommodate his sadistic nature.
Sarah Paulson plays a junkie who lives in the hotel. She takes a liking to the cop. Although there is a male junkie named Gabriel in the hotel as well, played by Max Greenwell. Naomi Campbell plays a Vogue editor who is inexplicably staying at the hotel.
As much as I want to watch this show, I have a feeling it will be a bit to much for my wimpy disposition. Hopefully we will be getting some thoughts on the show from Urethra Franklin, AHS expert on this upcoming season.
Whether you watched previous seasons or not, you will really enjoy UF’s recaps of previous seasons. Click here for all the recaps. You will want to read them in order as he walks you through absolutely everything that happened on each show. It really is like reading a novel. There are two series that were recapped AHS: Coven (My favorite) and AHS: Freak Show (Too Scary!) scroll to the bottom and work your way back up.
Everyone should also give Scream Queens a try. The first two episodes have recieved a lot of positive reviews. I personally love it. It is very kitsch, offensive and fun.
Looking forward to Gaga’s acting. I feel like this is a perfect role for her.
Thanks for the recommendation, got it DVR’d but haven’t watched yet. Ryan looks like he’s nailed this niche. Gaga was really into it on the VMA’s, she’s got an old Hollywood vibe. Did Ryan write this for her?
I could swear I read that the part was written for her. Also that there is no singing this season. Gaga will focus on acting only.
I could be wrong.
Scream Queens was 100% inspired by Coven & Madison Montgomery. The stylistic similarities such as the cinematography, the camera angles, and the set design, especially the sorority house, are exactly like Coven. The Scream Queens pilot was also shot in New Orleans. I’m almost positive they reused the Coven house set and painted it grey (plus other changes) for the sorority house. Emma Roberts character, Chanel. is the same snobby snarky selfish bitch that Madison was.
Please Urethra what if we can get Jeff Lewis to design something comfy, cozy and confining? Nobody does it better. Just sayin’.
Re-Scream Queens, interesing. UF. Did you like it so far?
I’m going to love Coven then I guess, as Scream Queens was soooo good.
So snarky. I read that a few of the lines were all spontaneous too. The SMS scene was really funny.
Yes Lisamia I enjoyed it even though I feel asleep between 1:15-1:35 of a 2 hour premiere. It was funny, campy, sexy, and had tons of offensive humor. I feel like it is a bit age inappropriate for me, so I’m not sure of my commitment level just yet. I just wanted to see what is all about
Thanks, UF 🙂 Will check it out.
What is the SMS scene?
Chanel no 2 and the red devil scene.
TOTALLY loved Scream Queens. The self aware campiness of it was a hoot. I even liked Lea Michelle, who grated on me so much as the last few seasons of Glee wore on. Fun stuff. If you liked Coven, definitely watch it.
I guess I’m in the minority. I was bored. It was like “Heathers” with a twist of “Glee”. At least they didn’t break into song.
It just didn’t seem very original, to me. The gags have been done a million times in other shows/movies.
Yawn!
My first thought was “mean girls” go to “animal house” for a “scary movie”. I do like Jamie Lee Curtis’ role, (i think she is the red devil).
So excited – can’t wait for the show and Uretha’s annual unchaining from the radiator for recaps!
Gramercy Park?
I love this series, UF and will go back for the prior season recaps! Wes Bentley is a fav- loved his small part in Freak Show and Jessica covering Lana Del Ray, replayed on my DVR bunches. Will miss Jessica but maybe Lady Gaga will fill her shoes if anyone can. Glad we don’t have to say goodbye to Kathy Bates, or Angela Bassett- love getting to see these fabulous actresses and now Chloé too, every week. Stevie Nicks on Coven was so much fun, can’t wait to see how they integrate music this season. Thanks for adding to the excitement TT!
No disrespect Just a Sip but how could Lady Gaga possibly fill the shoes of a great actress the likes of Jessica Lange? I mean she is not an actress but a singer. I am certainly going to watch as I have every season of AHS . I am sure Gaga will do well but I would not compare her to Jessica Lange.
Jessica Lange my favorite actress of all time, was talking about for this particular show which often requires singing. Hated when critics would bash Jessica’s voice, I liked her Gods & Monsters better than Lana’s. Gaga is half performance art, lives in character and have heard good reviews about her acting. Was glad to hear Jessica is coming back to AHS when Ryan can write something she likes. There is no actual filling of Jessica’s shoes as an actress in a drama, but in a horror musical but we can hope, that’s why I said “if anyone can”…
Just in case that still doesn’t satisfy… Jessica Lange is incomparable, in any capacity. Any interpretation they were being compared, rather than trying to be upbeat about a painful but necessary change in casting, based on Jessica’s choice to quit, is quite misinterpreted!
Please confirm my reservation looking forward to checking in. Note to housekeeping extra towels please in case this season scares the bejesus or worse out of me.
I. Can’t. Wait.
Total AHS–haven’t missed an episode, so I’ll be right beside UF, only partially hiding my eyes. 🙂
Down on the end of Lonely Street the Heartbreak Hotel offers a Bad Romance suite.
They’re not vampires. Ryan Murphy described them as being afflicted with an ancient blood virus that causes them to crave human blood. The Countess (Lady Gaga) uses an antique chainmail glove with razor sharp finger tips to slash throats for her blood sucking lust… This story line has already offended an often under represented group of people, the Hemophiliacs. #JustSuckIt
A vampire is a mythical being who subsists by feeding on the life essence (generally in the form of blood) of living creatures.
TT Urethra pulled a Houdini on those radiator chains. Might I suggest an oubliette but a nice one like the inside of Jeannie’s bottle. Perhaps he will reconsider.
My new word for the day:
ou·bli·ette
ˌo͞oblēˈet/
noun
a secret dungeon with access only through a trapdoor in its ceiling.
Origin
late 18th century: from French, from oublier ‘forget.’
If memory serves you have a fondness for strawberry twizzlers a very sensible snack as it easily fits through a grate and/or neck of a Genie bottle. In case you didn’t notice I think you’re magic.
in this context it translation infers to be forgotten? Teacher ruling?
Just throw Major Tony Nelson down there and cap the bottle. The pillows are soooo soft, come to the darkside… you’re getting sleepy…sleepy. Get the cork ready.
If you where to be imprisoned in said really nice genie bootle with whom would you choose? And for which reason. Captain Lee better put that yacht on full brittle I could outrun him on dry land. But then there’s James Lipton and all that.
I am looking forward to the new season of AHS. But am I the only one that thought Scream Queens was boring? I thought to many of the characters were all ridiculous and over the top stupid. One or two vapid characters can add comic relief. But watching a bunch of racist, self absorbed stereotypes for 2 hours had me disappointed. Hopefully it gets better with time. Hope AHS is better. Loved the first 2 seasons especially.
You forgot to mention my favorite character: Denis O’Hare as Elizabeth Taylor, a bald transgender woman (or drag queen, it’s not quite clear yet). So excited!
Can’t wait too see that!
I am so excited about this!!
Anticipation for Urethra Franklin’s recap of A.H.S. Hotel !
Hey, have you guys seen the video that Ryan Murphy stated was the inspiration for this season’s AHS? The weird thing is that video was also the inspiration for last season’s story line of How To Get Away With Murder. You know, the one of the girl seen on a L.A.’s hotel elevator shortly before she died? Then her body was found the hotels’ rooftop water tank.
TT, if you haven’t seen it then don’t. It is one of the freakiest things I have ever seen. I had weird dreams for days after I saw it. It will make you believe that things are there even though they can’t be seen.
I’m on team Scream Queens. I can’t wait for UF’s thoughts on this season of AHS.
UF, you are THE best recapper of AHS anywhere! I have not missed one of his recaps.
I appreciate all the generous compliments and everyone’s enthusiasm for AHS:Hotel. For sure it will be a scary sexy twisted season.
I pray you recap this season. Ur recaps is what pulled me out of lurker status and got me comment here at TT’s place.
I agree with ur above comments on Scream Queens. I almost wondered if there was a twist about what year it was presently. The fashions vary from the 1920s, 1960s, 1980s, 1990s, and the female lead was giving me very strong Annie Hall in the coffee shop since where she makes fun of Chanel #1
The texting/laptop killing scene with the red devil was so on point. #slayed!
I have a new job/career that occupies a lot more of my time than the previous couple of years. I love recapping AHS and interacting with y’all, but I don’t know how I’m gonna be able to do detailed recaps like previous seasons. Plus I’m in the middle of a slow paced pain in the ass house remodel. Half of my house looks like a crack den with exposed cement & studs, and a gutted master bathroom. I simply don’t have the time, but I plan to do a little something so that we can have a place to discuss the show here since TT is such a big scurrdy cat…. xoxo UF
Sending positive thoughts ur way UF! Congrats on the new job! I recently moved and need to have new flooring put in downstairs and the hallway upstairs. Plus, I think I’m gonna go ahead and have the stairs done too. Oy vey…
Anything you can do for us AHS stalkers is much appreciated! Now if we could just get TT, to watch.
UF,congrats on the new job, and i know how fun a remodel can be. I think this season is going to be good. I think Gaga will be another good addition to the AHS family. I will miss having your full attention on the recaps, (those for coven were epic) they always made it more enjoyable discussing the show. A little over a week and its check-in time.
I’ll bet 25 Tamara Bucks that the song “Hotel California” is used in some way – either directly, incidentally, or actual lyric quoting – within the first three episodes. Bonus Bucks if they actually say or use “We are all just prisoners here Of our own Device.”
I am looking forward to the recaps on this show. Even though I think vampires suck.
Hahahaha Cat I saw what you did there with that entendre, but there are no vampires in this series, only characters who are practicing a form of vampirisim.
Sorry. Couldn’t resist.
I hope you will be able to recap this season.
I know you will be busy. But I will welcome even the smallest recap, since I can no longer watch the shows.
I never got into this show before but there is too much that I love in this season, so it is a must. Vampires, Gaga, Angela, Kathy & Chloe? I Die.