“American Horror Stories: Necro” is the ninth episode of the first season of the American Horror Stories anthology series. It premiered on July 22, 2021, on FX on Hulu. The episode follows Sam, a teenage boy who is struggling to come to terms with his sexuality. After being outed by his classmates, Sam is sent to a conversion therapy camp, where he is subjected to horrific abuse.
The episode has been praised for its unflinching depiction of the horrors of conversion therapy. It has also been criticized for its graphic violence and disturbing subject matter. However, the episode has sparked an important conversation about the dangers of conversion therapy and the need for greater acceptance of LGBTQ+ youth.
