: On Fire Island, Dr. Hannah Wells discovers a new infectious virus in the local deer population, leading to a state-ordered extermination of the herd—a dark omen for the human population. Key Characters & Cast
: Patrick Read, a closeted NYPD detective, and his partner Gino Barelli, a reporter for the gay publication The Native , attempt to investigate the killings. Their relationship is strained by Patrick's refusal to be Gino's source for fear of being outed. American Horror Story NYC - Episode 1
: The episode heavily references the 1980 film Cruising , capturing its aesthetic of the New York leather scene and the tension of an undercover investigation. : On Fire Island, Dr
(Billie Lourd): A biologist researching a deadly new strain of virus. : On Fire Island