Apple Tv's 'widow's Bay' Gets Season 2 Renewal and New Deal for Dippold
WHO:
Deadline - Katie Dippold is the creator, executive producer, and showrunner of "Widow's Bay."
Deadline - Matthew Rhys is an Emmy winner who stars in and executive produces "Widow's Bay."
WHAT:
The Hollywood Reporter - "Widow’s Bay" is described as a horror comedy starring Matthew Rhys as the mayor of a New England town whose residents believe the town is cursed.
The Hollywood Reporter - Katie Dippold stated she has had the show in her head for nearly 20 years and almost sold a version to Amazon in 2013 before deciding it wasn't ready.
The Hollywood Reporter - Matt Cherniss, head of programming at Apple TV, expressed excitement about the show's reception, stating, "It’s become one of those shows everyone’s talking about, and we’re thrilled to see audiences continue to embrace it."
The Hollywood Reporter - Dippold humorously remarked that season two will be “about how everything is great on the island and there’s nothing to worry about.”
Collider - "Widow's Bay" is described as a hit horror-comedy series.
Coming Soon - The renewal for Season 2 was characterized as an "early" decision by Apple TV.
Variety - "Widow's Bay" has been renewed for Season 2 by Apple TV.
Deadline - Katie Dippold has signed a new multi-year overall deal with Apple TV.
WHEN:
Variety - The Season 1 finale of "Widow's Bay" will air on June 17.
Variety - "Widow's Bay" originally debuted on April 29.
WHY:
Deadline - Apple TV aims to continue its partnership with Katie Dippold, as indicated by her new deal.
HOW:
Collider - The renewal and deal were announced just ahead of the Season 1 finale.
(UPDATED June 12, 2026 08:24 UTC)
A new horror comedy titled "Widow’s Bay" is making waves, featuring Matthew Rhys as the mayor of a New England town that its residents believe is cursed. Creator Katie Dippold shared that she has been developing the show for nearly 20 years and almost sold a version to Amazon back in 2013, but felt it wasn't quite ready at the time. Meanwhile, Matt Cherniss, head of programming at Apple TV, expressed his excitement about the show's popularity, noting that it's become a hot topic among viewers, while Dippold humorously teased that the upcoming season two will focus on how everything is just perfect on the island.
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(UPDATED June 12, 2026 04:23 UTC)
A hit horror-comedy series titled "Widow's Bay" has been making waves, and Apple TV has just announced an early renewal for Season 2. This decision highlights the show's popularity and the network's confidence in its future. Fans can look forward to more thrilling and humorous episodes coming their way soon.
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(UPDATED June 11, 2026 23:26 UTC)
Apple TV has officially renewed "Widow's Bay" for a second season, a move that comes just ahead of the Season 1 finale set to air on June 17. The show, created and executive produced by Katie Dippold, stars Emmy winner Matthew Rhys, who also serves as an executive producer. In addition to the renewal, Dippold has signed a new multi-year overall deal with Apple TV, solidifying their ongoing partnership.