Kingston Rumi Southwick on ‘Widow’s Bay’ Season 1, Hopes for Season 2
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Widow’s Bay, a horror comedy series on Apple TV created by Katie Dippold, has become a sleeper hit in 2026, with strong critical and viewer momentum since its April premiere.
- Kingston Rumi Southwick, who plays Evan, son of the town’s mayor Tom (Matthew Rhys), praises the show’s unique blend of horror and comedy and the authentic New England setting filmed in Massachusetts.
- Southwick highlights the complex father-son relationship at the heart of the show and appreciates the emotional depth and intelligence of his character, Evan.
- The actor is enthusiastic about the upcoming second season, anticipating more character growth and comedic opportunities, marking a shift from his previous drama roles.
- The series stands out by creatively using horror tropes while maintaining originality and humor, a balance that took years for creator Katie Dippold to perfect.
