In a big year for horror, Widow’s Bay still stands apart

In 2026, the genre is especially well-represented: new blood is dominating the box office through films like Backrooms and Obsession , established names like Sam Raimi and Damian McCarthy are at the top of their game, and long-running franchises like 28 Years Later and Resident Evil continue to stay relevant. But the most impressive piece of horror this year might just be found in the world of TV comedy: Widow's Bay , a series that manages the delicate balance of mixin