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American Horror Story: Double Feature will be split into two parts, Red Tide and Death Valley, but which cast members are returning – and who are they playing?
After a year long delay, American Horror Story has finally returned to our screens. Double Feature is the anthology series' 10th season, and it'll be one like no other. Double Feature will be split into two parts: Part 1 – Red Tide, and Part 2 – Death Valley. The two parts will also have different casts, with the first seeing the return of Sarah Paulson and Evan Peters. Here's your guide to every character in AHS: Double Feature, and who is playing them. [FX]
Finn Wittrock takes centre stage as Harry Gardner in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. Harry is the husband of Doris Gardner, and father to Alma Gardner. Harry is a writer who moves his family out to an isolated beach neighbourhood in Provincetown in order to overcome his writer’s block. AHS: Double Feature marks Wittrock’s fifth season of American Horror Story. He previously appeared in Freak Show, Hotel, Roanoke and 1984.
Lily Rabe plays Doris Gardner in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. Doris is Harry Gardner’s wife, and mother of their daughter Alma Gardner. Upon moving to Provincetown with her family, Doris seems to notice very odd goings on within the her own house. Lily Rabe returns to American Horror Story for her 9th season. She’s appeared in every season so far, except AHS: Cult.
Ryan Kiera Armstrong plays Alma Gardner in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. Alma is the young daughter of Harry and Doris Gardner, a musical prodigy, who moves with her parents to Provincetown. Ryan’s previous onscreen credits include Minnie May Barry in Netflix’s Anne with an E and young Nola in The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair.
Yes, that really is Sarah Paulson as Tuberculosis Karen in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. Karen is a painter who often paints the Provincetown landscape. She's hesitant to take the black pill because she's scared about what it's done to others. Double Feature marks Paulson’s return to the anthology series, after her absence in AHS: 1984. TB Karen is Sarah Paulson’s 12th AHS character, and the season marks her 9th appearance.
Frances Conroy plays Belle Noir in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. Belle is an erotic novelist who receives a burst of inspiration after taking the black pills. She later becomes one of the most high profile people in Provincetown, convincing others to take the pills and steal babies for her. Her character is also linked to Evan Peters’ Austin. Double Feature is Frances Conroy’s 8th AHS season. She did not appear in AHS: Hotel or AHS: 1984.
Evan Peters returns to AHS as Austin Sommers in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. Austin is an aspiring writer who begins taking the black pills shortly after arriving in Provincetown. Austin is also close friends with Belle Noir. Double Feature sees Evan’s return to the anthology series after he opted to take time away from the show. This will be Evan’s 9th American Horror Story season.
Angelica Ross plays The Chemist in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. The Chemist, who previously worked with the US military, manufactures the black pills that the residents of Provincetown have been taking. Double Feature is Angelica’s second AHS season. She previously played Donna in AHS: 1984.
Leslie Grossman plays Ursula in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. Ursula is Harry's Hollywood agent who uses his new found writing skill to her own advantage. Double Feature is Leslie’s fourth consecutive AHS season, having previously appeared in Cult, Apocalypse and 1984.
Macaulay Culkin makes his American Horror Story debut as Mickey in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. Mickey is an aspiring writer who has been unable to finish any of his novels. Macaulay is obviously best well known for childhood roles in Home Alone 1 and 2, Richie Rich and My Girl, to name a few.
Billie Lourd plays Lark in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. Lark is Provincetown's best tattooist, who also sharpens teeth to make it easier for people to feed on others. Her parlour is also a fashion boutique. Her character’s storyline has not yet been revealed. Double Feature is Billie’s fourth consecutive AHS season, having previously appeared in Cult, Apocalypse and 1984. She also appeared in the ‘Ba’al’ episode of American Horror Stories.
Adina Porter plays Chief Burleson in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. Chief Burleson is the chief of police in Provincetown, and she ends up meeting a bloody end pretty quickly, thanks to Alma Gardner. Adina Porter returns for her 5th season of AHS. She previously appeared in Murder House, Roanoke, Cult and Apocalypse.
Denis O’Hare plays Holden in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. Based on the trailer, it looks like Holden is a resident of Provincetown who makes a gruesome discovery on the beach while walking his dog. Holden is an interior designer. Double Feature sees Denis O’Hare return to AHS for the first time since Roanoke. This will be his 6th season.
Dot-Marie Jones plays State Trooper Jan Remy in Double Feature Part 1 – Red Tide. Trooper Remy is sent to Provincetown to investigate the mysterious death of Chief Burleson after she’s found dead in the water. Dot-Marie Jones returns for her second AHS season, after first appearing in AHS: Cult. Elsewhere, Jones is best known for playing Coach Beiste in Glee.