Widow's Bay is an American comedy horror series created by Katie Dippold for Apple TV, starring Matthew Rhys as Tom Loftis, the skeptical mayor of a fictional New England island town afflicted by a centuries-old curse that unleashes supernatural evils. Premiering on April 29, 2026, the show earned critical acclaim for its sharp writing, direction by Hiro Murai, and its successful balance of horror and comedy. Its first season received an impressive 19 Primetime Emmy nominations, including for Outstanding Comedy Series and acting nods for Rhys, Kate O'Flynn, Dale Dickey, Stephen Root, Hamish Linklater, and Betty Gilpin. The series also features standout guest performances from Linklater and Gilpin as the town's 17th-century founders, adding historical depth to the curse. Following its strong debut, Apple TV renewed the series for a second season in June 2026.