FX just dropped a new teaser trailer for "American Horror Story: Hotel," giving fans their first glimpse of some of the key players on the fifth installment of the anthology series.

The clip takes viewers on a whirlwind tour of the hallways of the titular establishment, and along the way introduces a colorful -- and yes, quite scary -- cast of characters. There's Kathy Bates) looks on in disapproval.

Max Greenfield wields a pair of scissors while sporting a sexy punk look. Of course, all that's nothing compared to the main attraction: Gaga herself, whose Countess is introduced with a shot of her long, looooong locks, and an all-too-brief turn to the camera.

There's plenty to parse here (what's up with all the creepy little children running around?!), so take a look for yourself, and just try to contain your excitement. "American Horror Story: Hotel" opens on FX on October 7.

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