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Rhys Stars in Cursed Island Horror Series
17 Dec
Summary
- Matthew Rhys stars as Mayor Tom Loftis in 'Widow's Bay'.
- The series is a suspenseful horror drama set on a cursed fishing island.
- A 10-part series from creator Katie Dippold is set to premiere April 29, 2026.
Matthew Rhys is set to lead "Widow's Bay," a new 10-part horror drama announced by Apple TV+. Set in an isolated, cursed fishing village, Rhys will portray Mayor Tom Loftis, a man determined to revive his struggling community despite poor connectivity and superstitious locals. The series is expected to explore the unsettling resurgence of old island legends.
Created by Katie Dippold, known for her work on "Parks and Recreation" and films like "The Heat," "Widow's Bay" marks an intriguing foray into horror. Rhys, an Emmy Award winner, will be directed by Hiro Murai, acclaimed for his work on "The Bear" and music videos. The show aims to blend suspense with thematic depth, drawing from its remote setting and supernatural undertones.
The series is slated for a global premiere on April 29, 2026, arriving amid a surge in the popularity of horror and mystery genres. Viewers can anticipate a gripping narrative as Mayor Loftis's efforts to modernize the island clash with its dark, persistent past.
