Below is everything we know so far about the latest installment in the “American Horror Story” anthology:
Season 6 is Being Filmed in California:
On Thursday sources told
TMZ they had uncovered the “American Horror Story” set deep in the woods in California. The set appeared to be a large, functional colony. TMZ reported that many, if not all, the structures on set were fully furnished as the crew was filming inside and outside.
The crew reportedly spent four long months hammering away on the set, creating structures from the ground up. Photos show several buildings that appear to be houses, as well as a large church.
“American Horror Story” Will Be Partially Set in Colonial Times:
Photos of the structures — as well as the major clue carved into the bark of a tree on set — have us almost certain the theme of Season 6 will be at least partially set in the colonial period. John Landgraf, President of FX,
previously revealed that Season 6 of “American Horror Story” would be “principally” set in the present, but feature “echoes of the past.” It is possible that the show will utilize the story of “The Lost Colony” within present day, flashing back to the disappearance of the early English settlers.
The Show May Have Ties To “Murder House”:
During the first season of “American Horror Story,” star Sarah Paulson’s character Billie Dean discussed the story of Roanoke. She explained how all 117 people living within the colony — now known as North Carolina — died unexpectedly and, according to legend, went on to haunt native Americans living in the surrounding areas.
“In 1590, on the coast of what we now know as North Carolina, the entire colony of Roanoke — all 117 men, women, and children — died inexplicably. It became known as the ghost colony because the spirits remained,”
she said. “They haunted the native tribes living in the surrounding areas. Killing indiscriminately. The elder knew he had to act. He cast a banishment curse. First he collected the personal belongings of all the dead colonists. Then they burned them. The ghosts appeared, summoned by their talismans. But before the spirits could cause them any more harm, the elder completed the curse that would banish the ghosts forever. But uttering a single word. The same word found carved on a post at the abandoned colony. ‘Croatoan.’”
Several Cast Members Are Expected to Return:
According to TMZ, Angela Bassett and Kathy Bates have shot scenes for Season 6 of “American Horror Story.” Other stars from previous seasons are also expected to appear. Evan Peters, Denis O’Hare, Matt Bomer,
Lady Gaga, Cheyenne Jackson and Leslie Jordan are also reportedly taking on roles in the upcoming season. Emma Roberts is rumored to be considering a small role in Season 6, though that remains unconfirmed.
New Stars Will Debut:
Cuba Gooding Jr. is rumored to be making an appearance in “American Horror Story” at some point during the upcoming season. Other newcomers have yet to be named.
