Throughout the season, flashbacks reveal the history of witches in America, including the brutal suppression of witches during the Salem witch trials. These flashbacks also showcase the growth of the coven and the events that shaped their lives.
When American Horror Story (AHS) debuted, it redefined the anthology horror genre. But it was Season 3, subtitled Coven , that turned the franchise into a pop-culture phenomenon. Airing in 2013, the season traded the gritty darkness of the asylum for the gothic glamour of New Orleans, telling the story of the last remaining witches of the Salem line. cast season 3 american horror story