American Horror Story Cast: First Look at the Freaks!

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The Freaks flag is officially flying for FX.

The network has unveiled our first look at the cast of American Horror Story Season 4, which is titled “Freak Show” and which will bring back a number of series favorites.

There's Kathy Bates with a beard! And Sarah Paulson with two heads! And Michael Chiklis as a strongman!

Take a close look below at the actors and characters who will comprise the carnival at the center of Ryan Murphy's latest creation:

American Horror Story Freak Show Cast Photo

We also know that Matt Bomer will play a warped character of some kind, appearing on at least one upcoming episode.

American Horror Story: Freak Show premieres on October 8. We cannot wait.

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