Twisty

A terrifying clown returning from Freak Show for the thirteenth installment.

John Carroll Lynch plays Twisty the Clown, the killer clown of Freak Show, who is in the cast of the thirteenth season of American Horror Story, subtitled 13. Lynch is reprising his role from the Freak Show season alongside Mat Fraser (Paul the Illustrated Seal), Mena Suvari, and Berto Colón.

Quick Facts

Portrayed by: John Carroll Lynch
First appears: American Horror Story: Freak Show

Lore & Background

Twisty the Clown returns to American Horror Story: Season 13, officially titled 13. This season is described as an Avengers-style crossover between all previous seasons, revisiting characters and themes from the franchise's history, including the Coven witches announced by Ryan Murphy on December 5, 2018. The theme centers on the number 13 itself, associated with bad luck in horror superstition. Twisty is one of several iconic horrors returning to haunt the hallowed halls of this thirteenth installment, joining a massive ensemble that includes Sarah Paulson playing six to seven roles and Jessica Lange reprising all four of her characters. The season consists of thirteen episodes, with filming wrapping on July 28, 2026.

Reader's Guide

Twisty is one of many returning characters in the crossover. John Carroll Lynch is the confirmed actor behind the character for this specific season. The cast list also includes Constance Langdon, Fiona Goode and Marie Laveau.

Did You Know?

Season 13 consists of thirteen episodes and was set to premiere on September 24, 2026.
Filming for the season took place entirely between April 6, 2026, and July 28, 2026.