The stars of the new hit Apple TV+ series «"Widows' Bay" »" shared their hopes for the long-awaited second season.
In this word-of-mouth-selling comedy thriller, nominated for 19 Emmy Awards this year, Matthew Rhys plays the mayor of a fictional New England port town who strives to boost tourism despite knowing the island may be cursed.
In the show's first season, Tom Loftis, played by Rhys, encounters supernatural phenomena, suggesting the town is truly haunted. However, he tries to temper the eerie atmosphere, presenting the financially struggling town as the next Martha's Vineyard. However, by the end of the season, Loftis admits that something is truly wrong with the island.
Although the series was renewed in June, creator and showrunner Katie Dippold has remained tight-lipped about her plans for the next season.
However, the show's stars, including Rhys, Dale Dickie and Katie O'Flynn, have openly shared their theories about the future. «"Bay of Widows ».
Widows Bay has received 19 Emmy Award nominations (Apple TV).
Matthew Rhys achieved rare success, winning Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor for both Widow's Bay and The Beast in Me (Apple TV).
«"I think it's the perfect setup for season two," Reece said. Deadline publication . "A massive ending. I say this from personal experience. A father who now knows the legend is true. Therefore, if he suddenly leaves the island, his son will die. He realizes he has a Scooby-Doo mission. And the question becomes: how do we find out? What will break the curse?"«
Dale Dickey, who plays Loftis's chain-smoking secretary, Rosemary, recalled a recent conversation with her co-star Jeff Hiller, who plays Dale, the mayor's secretary.
«"I was talking to Jeff Hiller," she said. "I'd really like to do the boat scene where Rosemary and Dale go looking for the sea witch to get answers. I thought it would be funny. And then we capsize, and it turns out there's only one life jacket. Who's going to survive?"»
British actress Kate O'Flynn, who plays Loftis's loyal assistant, Patricia, added: "Next season, I don't know, but I'd love to play Patricia's British ancestor or something like that... I like the idea of dressing up and acting in a period drama. Why not?"«
Jeff Hiller and Kate O'Flynn star in Widow's Creek as part of the City Team (Apple TV).
Series «Widows' Bay» inferior to comedy hit HBO Max's 'Crackers' Nominated for Comedy at the 2026 Emmy Awards.
The first series received 19 nominations, including Best Comedy Series, as well as acting nominations for Rhys, O'Flynn, Dickie, Stephen Root, Betty Gilpin, and Hamish Linklater. The second series received 24 nominations.
Rhys achieved the rare feat of receiving two Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Lead Actor for his roles in the TV series "Widows' Bay"« and for her role in the Netflix miniseries «"The beast in me.".
The Welsh star recently admitted that money is a determining factor when choosing roles. "Whatever pays the most wins. It's that simple. Three kids and a mortgage—I'll do it. I'm not ashamed. I'll sell myself better than anyone," he said humorously. Variety .
«"To be honest, the script «Bay of Widows» "It's something I've never seen before," Reece added in a more serious tone. "I desperately wanted to be in that movie.".
The first season of the series «Widows' Bay» available to watch on Apple TV+.