No Season 2 for ‘Grotesquerie’ or ‘The Beauty’? New Report Reveals FX's Plans

Well, it looks like two of Ryan Murphy's most twisted television creations have reached the end of the road. FX has reportedly decided not to move forward with second seasons of Grotesquerie and The Beauty, leaving fans of both shows with plenty of unanswered questions and absolutely no new episodes to look forward to.

According to a November 11 report from The Ankler, neither series will return for another season. FX has not publicly confirmed the cancellations, but the news comes after months of uncertainty surrounding the futures of both dramas.

And if you watched either finale expecting all those loose ends to eventually get tied up, well, we might have some bad news for you.

‘Grotesquerie’ Won't Get a Second Season

Premiering in September 2024, Grotesquerie starred Niecy Nash-Betts as Detective Lois Tryon, a troubled investigator trying to solve a string of gruesome murders with disturbing religious connections. Alongside Sister Megan, played by Micaela Diamond, Lois found herself caught in a mystery that became increasingly bizarre as the season progressed. And because this was a Ryan Murphy series, things eventually took a turn that left viewers questioning just about everything they'd watched.

The 10-episode season ended in October 2024, with plenty of questions still hanging over the story. Nash-Betts previously expressed hope that the series would return, acknowledging that there were still mysteries she wanted to see explained. Unfortunately, it now appears viewers won't get that opportunity. The series also starred Courtney B. Vance, Nicholas Alexander Chavez, Lesley Manville, Raven Goodwin, and Travis Kelce.

‘The Beauty’ Also Reportedly Ends After One Season

Murphy's more recent horror thriller The Beauty is also reportedly finished after its debut season. Premiering in January 2026, the 11-episode series starred Evan Peters and Rebecca Hall as FBI agents investigating a mysterious treatment that promises physical perfection but comes with some truly horrifying consequences.

The cast also included Ashton Kutcher, Anthony Ramos, and Jeremy Pope. The show's future had already been looking uncertain. Back in July, reports surfaced that the cast members' contractual options had expired, allowing them to pursue other projects. That didn't automatically mean the show was canceled, but it certainly wasn't the most encouraging sign.

Now, according to the latest reporting, FX has decided against ordering another season.

Which is particularly frustrating for anyone who made it through all 11 episodes and expected the show's lingering questions to eventually receive some answers. Apparently, the pursuit of perfection comes with a side of unfinished business.

What About ‘The Shards’?

While Grotesquerie and The Beauty appear to be finished, another Murphy drama is still awaiting its fate. The Shards, based on Bret Easton Ellis' 2023 novel, has reportedly not received a decision from FX regarding a potential second season.

The nine-episode drama completed its first season in September 2026, and the network has yet to announce whether viewers can expect another chapter. Unlike the other two series, The Shards remains a possibility, although there's no guarantee that FX will order more episodes.

What's Next for Ryan Murphy at FX?

Despite the reported cancellations, Murphy still has plenty of television projects keeping him busy, including the long-running American Horror Story franchise.

His relationship with FX has produced some of the network's most recognizable dramas over the years, but not every series has managed to secure a long run. For fans of Grotesquerie, the biggest disappointment may be knowing that the story was never fully explained. And for those who invested in The Beauty, the first season appears destined to remain its only one.

As for The Shards, at least there's still a chance. But after two reported cancellations in one day, we'd imagine fans are getting a little nervous about that one, too.