It’s been eight years since American Horror Story (and Evan Peters) first graced our screens. We’ve followed the cast through a murder house, an asylum, a freak show, and a hotel – whatever the location, we’re always thrown into unknown territory and this anticipation, of course, adds to the appeal of the show.
Well AHS fans, rejoice! Today, the show’s co-creator Ryan Murphy released the trailer for the ninth series of the teen-horror, titled 1984. Inspired by the slasher era of horror movies (think Friday the 13th vibes), the clip follows a group of friends engaging in typical adolescent activities: drinking and blasting music, before making their way to summer camp.
But (and there’s always a but) this isn’t your regular camp. When the group arrive at their destination, they’re met with a huge “BEWARE” sign, carved in red (obvs), which seems to go unnoticed. Same goes for the masked figure lurking under their car, holding a huge knife. It’s a camp of scary antics and the teens seem to be destined for the worst.
Joining the cast is Emma Roberts, who announced her starring role with a bright 80s teaser on Instagram. With AHS having previously cast outside of the typical Hollywood scope – Lady Gaga’s Hotel role, for instance) – Olympic skier will play Robert’s husband. Unfortunately, Evan Peters will not return this season but other cast regulars – Billie Lourd, John Carroll Lynch, Leslie Grossman, and Cody Fern – are set to return.
American Horror Story: 1984 premieres in the US and UK September 18. Watch the trailer below.