Apple TV has shared a first look at Widow’s Bay, a new horror-comedy series that premieres on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The show is set in a small island town off the coast of New England, and the teaser leans hard into the place’s eerie mood, odd locals, and a growing sense that something is badly wrong beneath the surface.
Matthew Rhys leads the series as Mayor Tom Loftis, a man trying to revive his struggling town and build a better future for his teenage son. Apple says the island has no Wi-Fi, weak cell service, and residents who believe the place is cursed. At first, Loftis seems focused on bringing in tourists. Then the old stories begin to come true.
Apple describes Widow’s Bay as a mix of genuine horror and character-driven comedy. The 10-episode season starts with three episodes on April 29, and Apple will release one new episode every Wednesday through June 17, 2026. The series comes from creator Katie Dippold, while Hiro Murai directs five episodes this season.
Quick details
- Title: Widow’s Bay
- Genre: Horror-comedy
- Lead star: Matthew Rhys
- Season length: 10 episodes
- Premiere date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
- Finale date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
- Release schedule: First 3 episodes at launch, then 1 episode every Wednesday
- Setting: A quiet island town 40 miles off the coast of New England
Plot
Widow’s Bay follows Tom Loftis, a mayor who wants to turn a fading island community into a tourist spot people actually want to visit. The teaser suggests he gets his wish, at least for a moment. Visitors start arriving, and the town finally feels alive again. Then the darker side of the island wakes up.
The setup points to a story built around old folklore, local paranoia, and a mayor who looks increasingly out of his depth. Apple’s description makes it clear that the townspeople were not exaggerating when they warned that the island was cursed. That gives the show room to blend creepy mystery with awkward comedy, especially as Loftis tries to keep the town together while the impossible starts happening.
Spoilers: The teaser and official description already reveal that the island’s strange legends start becoming real after years of calm.
FAQs
When does Widow’s Bay premiere on Apple TV?
It premieres on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, with the first three episodes.
How many episodes are in Widow’s Bay season 1?
The first season has 10 episodes.
Is Widow’s Bay a horror show or a comedy?
Apple calls it a horror-comedy that blends genuine horror with character-driven comedy.
Who stars in Widow’s Bay?
Matthew Rhys leads the series as Mayor Tom Loftis. Apple also lists Kate O’Flynn, Stephen Root, Kingston Rumi Southwick, Kevin Carroll, and Dale Dickey in the cast.
When does the season end?
After the three-episode premiere, one new episode arrives every Wednesday through June 17, 2026.
Where can you watch Widow’s Bay?
You can stream it on Apple TV through the Apple TV app on supported devices and on the web.
Apple TV costs $12.99 per month in the U.S., or $129 per year, and new subscribers can get a seven-day free trial. The service is also available through Apple One, and you can watch it across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV 4K, Vision Pro, game consoles, streaming devices, smart TVs, Android devices, and the web. What do you plan to watch on Apple TV next? Let us know in the comments.
