Apple TV Unveils Teaser for Widows Bay Horror Comedy

Apple TV has unveiled the teaser trailer for "Widows Bay," a new 10-episode horror comedy series set to premiere on the streaming service on April 29, 2026. The show, created by screenwriter Katie Dippold, centers on a skeptical mayor in a remote New England island town who dismisses local superstitions about a curse, only to face the return of long-dormant horrors as tourism revives the struggling community.

In the series, Matthew Rhys stars as Mayor Tom Loftis, a newcomer determined to transform Widows Bay, a quaint island 40 miles off the New England coast, into a viable tourist destination. The town lacks WiFi and reliable cellular service, and its residents harbor deep-seated beliefs in a curse tied to eerie old tales. Loftis seeks respect from the locals, who view him as soft and cowardly, while striving to secure a better future for his teenage son. His efforts succeed, drawing visitors after decades of isolation. However, as the synopsis states, "the locals were right," and the improbable stories begin to manifest, blending genuine scares with character-driven humor.

The ensemble cast includes Kate O'Flynn, Stephen Root, Kingston Rumi Southwick, Kevin Carroll and Dale...