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S1·E1 Pilot

Episode
Season 1, Episode 1
Air Date
October 5, 2011
Runtime
52 minutes
Director
Ryan Murphy
Writers
Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk
Score
7.8/10 (232 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Main Arc (Crucial)
Mytharc Aired October 5, 2011 52 min ★ 7.8/10 · 232 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Season premiere establishing core conflicts and serialized narrative stakes.

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Synopsis

A therapist and his family move across the country to escape their troubled past but quickly discover that their new home comes with its own horrific baggage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 1 of American Horror Story air?

Season 1, Episode 1 ('Pilot') originally aired on October 5, 2011.

How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('Pilot')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 52 minutes.

What happens in American Horror Story Season 1 Episode 1?

A therapist and his family move across the country to escape their troubled past but quickly discover that their new home comes with its own horrific baggage....

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