So you’re looking for the rubber man. Or maybe a murderous AI smart device. Honestly, the hardest part about Ryan Murphy’s spin-off series isn't surviving the scares—it's actually finding the right app to press play on.
If you're wondering where to watch American Horror Stories, the answer is pretty straightforward if you're in the United States, but it gets a little messy once you cross borders. This isn't just your standard "it’s on Netflix" situation. In fact, if you’re looking for it on Netflix, you’re about four years too late.
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The US Streaming Home: It’s a Hulu World
In the States, American Horror Stories is an "FX on Hulu" exclusive. Basically, that means even though it has the FX branding, it never actually aired on the cable channel. It lives and breathes on the Hulu app.
You’ve got a few ways to get in. If you have the base Hulu plan, you're good. If you have the Disney Bundle, you can actually watch all four seasons of the spin-off directly inside the Disney+ app now. They’ve integrated the libraries so well that you don’t even have to switch apps anymore, which is a life-saver for those of us with way too many subscriptions.
The fourth season—which just wrapped up its recent "Huluween" event—is sitting there in its entirety. If you’re a student, don’t sleep on that $1.99/month deal Hulu usually runs. It’s the cheapest way to get your fix of episodic nightmares without breaking the bank.
International Fans: Disney+ is the Key
If you aren't in the US, things actually get a little simpler. For fans in the UK, Canada, and Australia, Disney+ is the primary home for the franchise.
In these regions, American Horror Stories sits under the "Star" banner within the Disney+ interface.
- Canada: Usually gets episodes the same day as the US.
- UK/Ireland: Sometimes there’s a bit of a lag—maybe a few weeks—depending on licensing, but Season 4 is currently the big draw.
- Australia: Most fans over there use Disney+, but occasionally some seasons pop up on Binge or Foxtel. Honestly, just stick with Disney+; it’s the most reliable "one-stop-shop" for the Murphy-verse internationally.
Don't Confuse "Stories" with "Story"
Here is what most people get wrong. American Horror Story (the 12-season flagship show) and American Horror Stories (the bite-sized anthology) are two different beasts with different digital footprints.
While the spin-off is strictly a Hulu/Disney+ affair, the original American Horror Story has started migrating around. For example, Prime Video recently snagged rights to several seasons of the main show (like Delicate). But the spin-off? That stays locked behind the Hulu gates. If you search for the spin-off on Prime, you’ll likely just find an option to buy the episodes for $2.99 a pop, which is a total ripoff if you already pay for a streaming service.
Can You Watch It for Free?
Kinda. If you’re a new subscriber, Hulu almost always offers a 30-day free trial. You could easily binge all four seasons in a month if you’ve got the stomach for it. Just remember to cancel before the month is up, or you’ll be looking at about $10 to $19 depending on if you want ads or not.
Quick Summary of Access
- United States: Hulu or the Disney+ Bundle.
- Canada/UK/Australia: Disney+ (Star).
- Digital Purchase: Amazon, Apple TV, and Vudu (Fandango at Home) all sell individual seasons if you want to "own" them forever.
If you’re traveling and find yourself geoblocked, some people use a VPN to bounce back to their home region. It works, but the streaming apps are getting smarter at blocking those IP addresses, so it’s a bit of a cat-and-mouse game.
The best move right now is to check your Disney+ app first. If you've got the Hulu integration, just search "Stories" and look for the red-and-black thumbnail. You'll know it when you see it—it's usually the one that looks the most unsettling.
If you are ready to start your binge, start with the Season 3 episode "Tapeworm." It’s arguably one of the most disturbing things they've ever filmed, and it'll tell you immediately if you have the stomach for the rest of the series. Check your subscription status on the Hulu account page to ensure your "Duo" or "Trio" bundle is active so you can stream in 4K where available.