Like its predecessor , '' Asylum '' was well received by television critics , though they noted numerous plot holes and inconsistencies . The performances of Lange , Cromwell , Quinto , Paulson , and Rabe were particularly praised . The season garnered seventeen Primetime Emmy Award nominations , more than any other show , including Outstanding Miniseries or Movie and four acting nominations for Lange , Paulson , Cromwell , and Quinto , with Cromwell winning for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie . In addition , Quinto and Paulson won their respective supporting categories at the 3rd Critics ' Choice Television Awards
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American Horror Story: Asylum