# Why Gen Z Loves 'Murder House'

> Gen Z now watches 36% of 'American Horror Story' Season 1 on Hulu.
- Title: Why Gen Z Loves 'Murder House' · IndieWire | Shortify
- Summary: Gen Z now watches 36% of 'American Horror Story' Season 1 on Hulu. Gen Z accounts for 36 percent of 'American Horror Story' Season 1 viewing on Hulu, the…
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- Source: IndieWire — https://indiewire.com/features/commentary/why-gen-z-obsessed-american-horror-story-murder-house-1235220450
- Author: Alison Foreman
- Published: 2026-10-07T01:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: gen z, american horror story, murder house, hulu, nielsen data, ryan murphy, entertainment, culture
## Gen Z's Connection
Gen Z now accounts for 36 percent of 'American Horror Story' Season 1 viewing on Hulu.
## Why This Season Stands Out
Season 1 has consistently attracted new fans, many of whom were barely old enough to know the show existed when it premiered in 2011.
## Comparison to Newer Seasons
Gen Z accounts for just 20 percent of viewing for the latest completed season, 'Delicate', released in late 2023 and early 2024.
## Nielsen Data Shows Trend
According to recent Nielsen data, Gen Z now accounts for 36 percent of 'American Horror Story' Season 1 viewing on Hulu.
## Why Gen Z Loves It
Gen Z has a special connection with the show's beginning, which has consistently attracted new fans.
## Key takeaway

Gen Z accounts for 36 percent of 'American Horror Story' Season 1 viewing on Hulu, the highest share for any installment.