At a Glance
- Evan Peters says Ariana Grande’s casting in American Horror Story season 13 is “gonna be awesome”
- Peters praises Grande as “an incredible performer and actress” and is curious how Ryan Murphy will showcase her talents
- Season 13 premieres Halloween 2026, while Peters’ next Murphy project, The Beauty, debuts January 21 on Hulu and FX
- Why it matters: Fans get a first look at how the franchise’s longtime star views the pop icon’s jump into horror TV
Ariana Grande is set to enter the American Horror Story universe, and Evan Peters could not be more enthusiastic. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Sarah L. Montgomery at News Of Philadelphia, the anthology’s veteran lead detailed what Grande brings to the table for the upcoming thirteenth installment.
Peters on Grande: “What Doesn’t She Bring?”
When asked directly about Grande’s involvement, Peters responded, “What doesn’t she bring to the cast? She’s an incredible performer and actress, and I think that’s gonna be awesome to have her on board.” The pair already share screen time in Grande’s “we can’t be friends” music video, but Peters is eager to see how their chemistry translates to Murphy’s horror playground.
The actor, who earned an Emmy for his previous AHS work, admitted he has not yet read any scripts. “I’m curious what it’s gonna be, what’s it gonna have her doing. It’s exciting,” he said. Season 13, scheduled to premiere Halloween 2026, will also feature returning favorites Jessica Lange, Kathy Bates, and Emma Roberts alongside Grande.
Working With Ryan Murphy: “The Beauty of It”
While fans wait for AHS scares, Peters is already back in the Murphy fold with The Beauty, a genre-blending series he describes as “an international sci-fi satirical body horror action thriller.” The show, starring Ashton Kutcher and Rebecca Hall, launches January 21 at 9 p.m. ET on Hulu and FX.
Peters credits Murphy’s openness for keeping the partnership fresh. “He’s just an incredible collaborator,” Peters noted. “As strong as his vision is, he’s willing to take ideas in and try them, and you definitely get to have some say.” The actor even slipped in a playful nod to the new series, saying, “That’s the beauty of it.”
Why Peters Said Yes to “The Beauty”
- High-octane action sequences that span multiple episodes
- FBI agent role tasked with dismantling a sinister corporation
- Genre mash-up combining satire, body horror, and science fiction
- Creative freedom under Murphy’s proven showrunning style
Peters summarized the appeal: “These really long action sequences and playing the FBI agent and trying to take down the evil corporation was all very intriguing, for sure.”
Key Takeaways
- Grande’s AHS debut marks her second Ryan Murphy project after 2015’s Scream Queens
- Peters’ endorsement signals strong cast cohesion before filming begins
- The Beauty offers a January fix for Murphy fans awaiting AHS season 13
- Both projects reinforce the ongoing creative alliance between Peters and Murphy
