New American Horror Story clue is a nightmarish contortionist: Watch his freaky audition

His name is Spencer Novich. He’s an actor, writer, director, and — this part is pertinent to AHS— a contortionist. The Aussie Theatre described his skills as “both amazing and grotesque, like a train wreck you can’t seem to look away from.” Want proof? Murphy shared a clip from Novich’s audition video where he warps his body into the character he’s playing in the new season.

American Horror Story

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“Congrats to @SpencerNovich who is joining the cast of this seasons [sic] ‘American Horror Story,’ ” a playful Murphy tweeted on Wednesday night. “This is the audition that got him the job. Guess the title yet? #AHS10…”

Among his credits, Novich performed in Cirque du Soleil’s Las Vegas show KÀ out of the MGM Grand venue. The audition video also implies the season 10 producers are utilizing some practical effects in the grand tradition of horror greats like Doug Jones (Pan’s Labyrinth) and Javier Botet (Mama).

Previous clues for AHS season 10 included the Provincetown, Mass. location, a beachside view, and a jaw of razor sharp teeth.

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American Horror Story

An anthology series that centers on different characters and locations, including a haunted house, an insane asylum, a witch coven, a freak show, and a hotel.

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Ryan Murphy

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Netflix