"Kate O'Flynn views comedy and horror as 'kind of the same thing.' Both are at their best when they surprise - a laugh or a scare that comes out of nowhere hits the hardest. Mixing up the genres makes perfect sense - they heighten each other. 'You're never on steady ground,' she says. 'Your guard is down, and you're vulnerable to a laugh or a cry or a scream. It's all up for grabs.'"
"Widow's Bay tells the story of the titular island, which has a rustic small-town charm and is haunted. There have been countless myths and ghost stories since the town's founding, along with a possible curse in which anyone born on the island can't leave without dying. The town's mayor, Tom Loftis, is intent on revitalizing the island and turning it into a tourist destination."
Widow's Bay is a horror-comedy series set on a haunted island off New England. The story follows Mayor Tom Loftis, who aims to revitalize the island despite ominous signs. The blend of horror and comedy is emphasized by Kate O'Flynn, who notes that both genres thrive on surprise. The series highlights the tension between the town's charm and its dark history, including a curse that affects its residents. The show is set to stream on Apple TV starting April 29th.
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