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Widow's Bay Could Redefine the Emmy Comedy Race
television22 days ago

Widow's Bay Could Redefine the Emmy Comedy Race

Variety argues that Apple TV+'Widow's Bay,' a horror-comedy led by Matthew Rhys, could upend the Emmy Comedy field by blending fear and laughs, delivering a standout ensemble (including Kate O’Flynn) and a potential directing nod for Hiro Murai, even though only the first seven of its ten-episode season are eligible this cycle; its debut-driven writing and genre-bending tone show the Academy’s appetite for risk, potentially challenging front-runners like Hacks, Shrinking and Abbott Elementary.

via Variety|
#emmys#hiro-murai#horror-comedy
Twist-Laden Finale: Widow’s Bay Sets Up a Season 2 Tease
entertainment24 days ago

Twist-Laden Finale: Widow’s Bay Sets Up a Season 2 Tease

In Variety’s interview, Matthew Rhys breaks down the Widow’s Bay finale, highlighting the bloodline reveal around Richard Warren, Ruth’s secret child and Evan’s true identity, and a patient two-room showdown that underscores the show’s human horror. He also praises the cast’s improv, the tonal balance Katie Dippold aimed for, and confirms Season 2 is on the way, while noting the island’s curse remains a looming threat.

via Variety|
#apple-tv#entertainment#horror-comedy
Widow's Bay Finds Its Haunting Voice Through Parks & Rec Alum
television27 days ago

Widow's Bay Finds Its Haunting Voice Through Parks & Rec Alum

Kate Dippold, known for Parks and Rec and Ghostbusters, developed Widow's Bay from a jokier spec script to capture a blend of horror and humor; inspired by her childhood explorations of eerie places, the Apple TV+ series aims to immerse viewers in a New England island. It has earned critical praise as season 1 wraps, with a finale on June 17 and a second season already on the horizon.

via Gizmodo|
#apple-tv#kate-dippold#matthew-rhys
Widow’s Bay to Return for Season 2 as Katie Dippold Signs Apple TV Deal
television1 month ago

Widow’s Bay to Return for Season 2 as Katie Dippold Signs Apple TV Deal

Apple TV has ordered a second season of the horror-comedy Widow’s Bay six days before the Season 1 finale, while creator Katie Dippold inks a multiyear overall deal to stay as showrunner and develop new projects. The series centers on Matthew Rhys’s mayor in a New England town where residents believe the town is cursed, and has earned critical praise; Apple Studios is producing with Dippold, Hiro Murai, and a supporting cast including Kate O’Flynn and Stephen Root.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#apple-tv#katie-dippold#matthew-rhys
Apple TV brings back Widow's Bay for Season 2 as Katie Dippold inks multi-year deal
television1 month ago

Apple TV brings back Widow's Bay for Season 2 as Katie Dippold inks multi-year deal

Apple TV has renewed the horror‑comedy Widow’s Bay for a second season, with star/executive producer Matthew Rhys returning and creator Katie Dippold signing a multi‑year overall deal (including a potential first‑look at features). Hiro Murai remains an executive producer/director; Season 2 will continue the island mystery as Season 1 heads toward its June 17 finale.

via Deadline|
#apple-tv#katie-dippold#matthew-rhys
Widow's Bay Becomes This TV Season's Must-Talked-About Horror-Comedy
entertainment1 month ago

Widow's Bay Becomes This TV Season's Must-Talked-About Horror-Comedy

The Apple TV+ series Widow's Bay, created by Katie Dippold, has emerged as a word-of-mouth phenomenon—a genre-blending mix of horror, mystery and workplace comedy set in a New England town. Led by Matthew Rhys, the show treats its jumpscares and character-driven moments as real, while Dippold’s long development process and a Massachusetts-location shoot helped craft its distinctive vibe. With praise from Guillermo del Toro, Ben Stiller, and The New York Times, Widow's Bay looks poised for a possible second season as it heads toward its finale.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#apple-tv#entertainment#guillermo-del-toro
Widow's Bay Delivers a Fresh Horror-Comedy Tone on Apple TV+
tv2 months ago

Widow's Bay Delivers a Fresh Horror-Comedy Tone on Apple TV+

Matthew Rhys says Apple TV+'s Widow's Bay fuses eerie sea-hag horror with deadpan humor in a tone the actor says he's never read before. Created by Katie Dippold and directed by Hiro Murai (with Ti West, Sam Donovan and Andrew DeYoung), the 10-episode series follows a New England island town as legends unfold and laughs arise naturally. It debuts April 29, 2026 with the first three episodes and will release new installments weekly through June 17.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#apple-tv#hiro-murai#katie-dippold
entertainment11 months ago

Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys Star in Netflix Thriller 'The Beast in Me' Premiere Date Announced

Netflix will premiere the limited series 'The Beast In Me' starring Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys on November 13, with all eight episodes released simultaneously. The series follows author Aggie Wiggs, who becomes obsessed with her neighbor Nile Jarvis, a real estate mogul and suspect in his wife's disappearance, leading to a tense game of cat and mouse.

via Deadline|
#claire-danes#entertainment#limited-series
"Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys: A Stylish Couple at Golden Globes 2024"
entertainment2 years ago

"Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys: A Stylish Couple at Golden Globes 2024"

At the Golden Globes 2024, Oppenheimer won Best Motion Picture - Drama, while Poor Things took home the award for Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy. Succession dominated the television categories, with Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys making a stylish appearance. Emma Stone won Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for Poor Things, and Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr. both earned acting awards for their roles in Oppenheimer. Additionally, Steven Yeun won Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or a Motion Picture Made for Television for Beef.

via Daily Mail|
#entertainment#golden-globes-2024#keri-russell
HBO pulls the plug on 'Perry Mason' after two seasons.
entertainment3 years ago

HBO pulls the plug on 'Perry Mason' after two seasons.

HBO has canceled the crime drama series Perry Mason after two seasons, with the news coming just a month and a half after the finale of the show's second season. The show's creative team will still collaborate with HBO on future projects. Perry Mason was based on characters created by Erle Stanley Gardner and was a prequel to the original show that aired from 1957 to 1966. The show's cast was led by Matthew Rhys and also featured Juliet Rylance, Shea Whigham, and John Lithgow. The first season focused on a child kidnapping investigation, and the second season premiered in March 2023.

via Daily Mail|
#cancellation#entertainment#erle-stanley-gardner
Uncovering the Twists and Turns of "Perry Mason" Season 2.
entertainment3 years ago

Uncovering the Twists and Turns of "Perry Mason" Season 2.

The showrunners of HBO's Perry Mason reboot, Michael Begler and Jack Amiel, discuss the structure of the show's second season and its satisfying conclusion. The season's central case involves the murder of a Los Angeles socialite and the search for the "why" behind it, leading to a conspiracy that reaches the top of the LA social scene. The show's historical research and exploration of weighty themes, including class, corruption, and the illusion of justice, make for compelling storytelling. The show's ensemble cast, including Matthew Rhys, Juliet Rylance, and Chris Chalk, deliver nuanced performances, with Hope Davis bringing a standout performance as the orchestrator of the murder.

via InsideHook|
#entertainment#hbo#hope-davis