Ep 1. Election Night
- TVMA
- September 5, 2017
- 48 min
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6.6 (5,488)
In American Horror Story season 7 episode 1, titled "Election Night," the story takes place in the aftermath of the 2016 U.S. presidential election. The episode introduces us to several characters, including Ally and Ivy, a married couple living in Michigan who are devastated by the election results. Ally, who suffers from several phobias including coulrophobia (fear of clowns), watches in horror as people in clown masks begin appearing around her town. Meanwhile, Kai, a Trump supporter and wannabe politician, celebrates the election results with his sister Winter and hatches a plan to gain local power.
As the night progresses, tense political discussions and arguments create a sense of unease among the characters. When a group of protesters begins to gather outside a polling place, tensions rise even further, and the arrival of a familiar face at the voting booth only ratchets things up even more. In the midst of the chaos, it becomes clear that something otherworldly may be at play, and the episode ends with a shocking twist that leaves viewers wondering what will happen next.
Overall, "Election Night" sets the stage for what promises to be a thrilling and unpredictable season of American Horror Story, with its blend of political commentary, social satire, and supernatural horror elements. The episode leaves plenty of unanswered questions and hints at a larger conspiracy that will likely be explored in the coming episodes, making it a must-watch for fans of the series.