Ryan Murphy's flagship anthology franchise American Horror Story is now deep into its intriguing Season 10, returning after a decade's worth of nuanced, scary stories. 

The tenth season, titled 'Double Feature', has teased aliens and nautical creatures, with Murphy confirming that one half of the season will tell a story by the sea, and the other half of the story will be set on the sand. 

Episode 5 is the next chapter on the chopping block, and we cover the release date, time, plot, and where to watch the episode. 

American Horror Story Season 10 Episode 5 Release Date and Time

American Horror Story Season 10 Episode 5 will air on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at 10 PM EDT on FX.

For viewers who miss Episode 5's airing on the network channel, all American Horror Story episodes will debut on FX on Hulu the following date. Therefore, fans will be able to watch Episode 5 on FX on Hulu around 5 AM EDT on September 16.

Episode 5 Plot and Cast

The last few episodes, including Episode 4 titled 'Blood Buffet', has been focusing on Harry's new powers, which have been attracting the attention of an unwanted gaze. 

Episode 5, titled 'Gaslight', took its name from the 1944 film of the same name, which in turn was based on Patrick Hamilton's 1938 play of the same name. 

The official synopsis for Episode 5 reads: "Harry struggles to keep Alma under control. Doris is pushed past her limits."

The ensemble cast of American Horror Story Season 10 is as follows:

  • Sarah Paulson as TB Karen
  • Lily Rabe as Doris Gardener
  • Leslie Grossman as Ursula/Doris Gardener
  • Finn Wittrock as Harry Gardener
  • Denis O’Hare as Harold Arden
  • Frances Conroy as Belle Noir
  • Angelica Ross as The Chemist
  • Evan Peters as Austin
  • Ryan Kiera Armstrong as Alma Gardener
  • Neal McDonough as Dwight D. Eisenhower
  • Macaulay Culkin as Mickey
  • Billie Lourd as Lark
  • Adina Porter as Chief Burelson