As expected, after receiving a whopping 19 nominations, our Widow’s Baes won big during the 2026 Emmy Awards, taking home everything from Outstanding Comedy Series and lead and supporting acting awards to Outstanding Writing, Outstanding Directing, and Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series. Heck, Widow’s Bay even set a new record for the most wins of any comedy series in a single year, surpassing fellow Apple TV comedy The Studio‘s 13 wins in 2025.

If you have yet to see Widow’s Bay — one of the most unique, talked-about, award-worthy series of the year — now is the perfect time to catch up!

DECIDER has been rooting for Katie Dippold’s new razor-sharp Apple TV series about a cursed coastal town from Day 1. We even dubbed the series “a hauntingly good horror comedy that achieves a masterful blend of nail-biting terror and deliciously dark humor.” And we shouted out brilliant performances from Emmy-nominated episodes and cast members like Matthew Rhys, Kate O’Flynn, Stephen Root, Dale Dickey, Jeff Hiller, Betty Gilpin, Hamish Linklater, and more.

Curious what is Widow’s Bay about? How many Emmys did Widow’s Bay win? Is Widow’s Bay scary? Where is Widow’s Bay streaming? Can you watch Widow’s Bay for free? Who’s in Widow’s Bay‘s cast? And will there be a Widow’s Bay Season 2? Read on for everything to know about your soon-to-be TV obsession.

Widow’s Bay Plot: What Is Widow’s Bay About?

Want the lowdown on Widow’s Bay before you watch? You can read Decider’s Season 1 review for the full breakdown. And here’s an excerpt that summarizes the plot:

“Widow’s Bay takes viewers to the titular (and entirely fictional) New England town that’s blissfully free from modern-day technology, reliable cell service, and — crucially — tourists. In hopes of drawing a bustling summer crowd, Mayor Tom Loftis (Matthew Rhys) invites a high-profile reporter to spend a weekend on the island. Much to Tom’s delight, Widow’s Bay is surprisingly dubbed a destination as desirable as Martha’s Vineyard. (To quote Tom: “Fuck Cape Cod!”) In trying to move his town forward, however, he’s forced to confront its dark history, ripe with chilling superstitions that he spent years dismissing as ridiculous tall tales.”

Is Widow’s Bay Scary?

As someone who wrote a Season 1 review through the lens of a Certified Scardey Cat with practically zero horror experience, yes, parts of Widow’s Bay are a bit scary. (There’s a clown scene in Episode 2 that genuinely made me yelp!) But the comedy helps offset the horror; the jump scares are teed up, and in my opinion, you can — and should! — face your fears to watch.

Widow’s Bay‘s unique, carefully crafted tone is one that Dippold dreamed of recapturing for decades, ever since she visited a haunted house in Long Branch, New Jersey as a kid. The mix of adrenaline-pumping excitement, genuine fear, and giggle fits she experienced when seeking out scares lit a creative spark that burned for decades and inspired the genre-bending triumph. So it’s scary, but fun! I’ve never set foot near a haunted house. I can count the number of horror films I’ve watched in my lifetime on two hands. And in the spirit of self-preservation, I generally avoid the frightening genre altogether. In other words, I’m not the core demographic for Widow’s Bay. But I faced my fears, dove deep into the murky waters of the mysterious series, and unexpectedly surfaced with a new TV obsession. And I suggest you do the same!

Widow’s Bay Emmys Count: How Many Emmys Did Widow’s Bay Win?

After dominating the 2026 Emmys with a whopping 19 nominations, Widow’s Bay won big, taking home eight early wins at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards and six wins during Monday’s Primetime ceremony for a record-breaking total of 14 wins for the show — the most of any comedy series in a single year. The win is especially impressive because only the first seven of ten Season 1 episodes were eligible for 2026 voting. That means the standout Episode 8 and the incredible finale weren’t taken into consideration this time around. So perhaps Widow’s Bay will take home some more gold during the 2027 Emmy Awards.

Where To Watch Widow’s Bay: Apple TV Subscription Info

Want to hop aboard the Widow’s Bay boat? Head to Apple TV to start streaming.

Apple TV comes with a seven-day free trial for new subscribers and has just one ad-free streaming plan available for $14.99/month.

A bundle with Apple TV and Peacock is also available starting at $14.99/month.

How To Watch Widow’s Bay For Free:

As noted above, Apple TV offers a seven-day free trial to new subscribers, so if you plan your Widow’s Bay binge accordingly, you can watch for free — though I highly recommend keeping your Apple TV and checking out some other personal faves during your trial, like Severance, Pluribus, Slow Horses, Shrinking, Ted Lasso, Silo, and more.

Is Widow’s Bay on Netflix?

Nope! Since Widow’s Bay is an Apple TV original series, you’ll have to subscribe to the platform to watch Season 1.

Widow’s Bay Cast Info:

Curious who stars in the Widow’s Bay cast? The Apple TV horror comedy features talented actors from popular TV series, including The Americans, Barry, My Lady Jane, Somebody Somewhere, Presumed Innocent, and more. While you’ll meet lots of supporting stars and colorful characters as the season progresses, here are some main actors and island residents you’ll spend time with in Widow’s Bay:

• Matthew Rhys as Mayor Tom Loftis (Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series)
• Stephen Root as Wyck (Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series)
• Kate O’Flynn as Patricia (Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series)
• Kingston Rumi Southwick as Evan
• Kevin Carroll as Sheriff Bechir Clemons
• Dale Dickey as Rosemary
• Jeff Hiller as Dale
• K Callan as Ruth
• Hamish Linklater as Richard Warren
• Betty Gilpin as Sarah Westcott Warren
• Toby Huss as Reverend Bryce
• Nancy Lenehan as Gerrie

Widow’s Bay Trailer:

Want a taste of Widow’s Bay‘s unique tone? Check out the trailer below and brace for the trip of a lifetime!

Will There Be a Season 2 of Widow’s Bay?

Good news, Widow’s Baes! Ahead of Widow’s Bay’s Season 1 finale, Apple TV announced an early Season 2 renewal, which came as no surprise considering the series regularly ascends to the #1 spot on Apple TV’s Top TV Shows list, and it’s beloved and acclaimed by fans and critics alike, maintaining an impressive 98% Rotten Tomatoes score from 106 professional reviews.