FX's fright fest continues with renewal of 'American Horror Story'

By Yvonne Villarreal

Nov. 15, 2012 12 AM PT

“American Horror Story” will get another chapter. FX announced Thursday it has renewed the drama for a third season.

The anthology series, from “Glee” sires Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuck, is currently in its second installment, “American Horror Story: Asylum,” which has pulled in strong numbers for the network. Wednesday’s episode brought in 2.65 million viewers. When DVR numbers are factored in, the series has been averaging about 5 million viewers so far this season.

The third chapter will consist of 13 episodes and air next fall. Each season, for those unaware, features a new theme, setting and characters. Before you even start to wonder: Yes, Jessica Lange, the show’s trophy magnet, is set to return again. After her chilling portrayal of meddling neighbor Constance in the first season, Lange switched gears for the second: playing Sister Jude, a nun with a troubled past.

No word on what other familiar faces will make a return.

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