Widow’s Bay has just ended its first season after a successful run of horror-of-the-week episodes. This small-town comedy mystery blended spooky thrills with its signature dry humor and quirky characters. Part of the show’s appeal is its ability to weave different horror subgenres into its overarching narrative seamlessly.
Because of this mix, the DNA of Widow’s Bay can be seen in multiple iconic horror shows, as well as underrated ones, from the past few decades. From the surreal world of David Lynch to modern comedy from Taika Waititi, this list offers 10 horror shows that make great follow-up picks to fill the void left by the Apple TV series.
1. Twin Peaks (1990-1991, 2017)
Twin Peaks is one of the greatest surreal horror shows to exist in television, championed by the visionary David Lynch. Following a detective investigating a murder in a small town known as Twin Peaks, the show is filled with spooky twists that transcend both time and space like Widow’s Bay. Without revealing too much, we recommend diving into this show for a solid binge that will scratch your otherworldly itch.
Twin Peaks is streaming on Paramount+.
2. FROM (2022 – Present)
A still from FROM | MGM
The ongoing extremely popular horror show FROM sees a group of people stuck in a town outside time and space in a horror Twilight Zone-like experience. Much like Widow’s Bay, the protagonists need to figure out the sinister force before it consumes them. With mythology that expands with every season, the MGM show is a solid four-season gift that keeps on giving.
FROM is streaming on MGM+ in the U.S.
3. What We Do in the Shadows (2019 – 2024)
A still from What We Do in the Shadows | FX
The funniest modern entry on this list is Taika Waititi’s What We Do in the Shadows, a horror-comedy mockumentary that follows a group of vampires. Playing out like a hilarious workplace sitcom, the show has iconic characters who have lived for centuries and attempt to navigate a modern metropolis. The show is a great companion piece to Widow’s Bay, and with six full seasons to binge, it’s a sure hit for fans of the genre.
What We Do in the Shadows is streaming on Hulu in the U.S.
4. Midnight Mass (2021)
A still from Midnight Mass | Netflix
The limited Netflix series Midnight Mass is a masterpiece by Mike Flanagan, set on a remote island where conspiracies unfurl. Much like Widow’s Bay, the show is not afraid to dive into psychologically terrifying territory, giving us complex characters with different motives that come off as creepy and morally grey. Both shows approach the concept of the paranormal intertwined with trauma and guilt, with Midnight Mass offering the small-town horror vibe with immense depth.
Midnight Mass is streaming on Netflix in the U.S.
5. True Detective: Night Country (2024)
A still from True Detective: Night Country | HBO
The isolation, combined with a cast of middle-aged characters who are either depressed or bored in a murder-mystery setting, makes this an ideal watch after Widow’s Bay. Night Country treats its characters much like Widow’s Bay does, throwing them all into a boiling pot of surreal spooks. The HBO series does a great job of maintaining its slow-burn police procedural while layering in unexplained phenomena that plague its small, icy Alaskan town.
True Detective: Night Country is streaming on HBO Max.
6. The ‘Burbs (2026 – Present)
A still from The ‘Burbs | Peacock
Peacock struck gold with The ‘Burbs, a reimagining of the cult classic film from the ’80s. This suburban dark comedy is a perfect watch for fans of Widow’s Bay who want more comedy-mixed horror. New parents Samira and Bob become fixated on a creepy Victorian house as they uncover buried secrets in their little cul-de-sac. Season 1, like Widow’s Bay, is a tight run of episodes that blends satire and dread.
The ‘Burbs is streaming on Peacock in the U.S.
7. Ash vs. Evil Dead (2015 – 2018)
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Ash vs. Evil Dead, the cult-hit series, doubles down on slapstick horror in a way that appeals to a wide range of viewers. Set in a small town steeped in the occult, it features the legendary Bruce Campbell reprising his role as Ash Williams. After accidentally unleashing a horde of zombies once again, Ash finds himself battling through all sorts of horror subgenres, much like Widow’s Bay. What sets this show apart, however, is just how over-the-top it gets with its campy humor and special effects.
Ash vs. Evil Dead is streaming on Starz in the U.S.
8. Evil (2019 – 2024)
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Evil sits at the crossroads of investigative, theological, and X-Files-style mystery. The story follows three compelling characters: a skeptical psychologist, a priest-in-training, and a freelance paranormal investigator. With standout horror-of-the-week episodes that echo Widow’s Bay, the show’s mythology is as rich as its storytelling. Another strong example of horror blended with comedy, its story arcs are tailor-made for a satisfying four-season binge.
Evil is streaming on Paramount+ in the U.S.
9. Bodkin (2024)
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Bodkin plays out like true-crime podcasters stumbling into a folk-horror mystery, making it a strong companion to Widow’s Bay. Following an investigator-journalist duo as they look into mysterious disappearances in a coastal town, Bodkin feels like a sister series to Widow’s Bay, with local folktales and conspiracies building into something far bigger over the course of its first season.
Bodkin is streaming on Netflix in the U.S.
10. Stan Against Evil (2016 – 2018)
A still from Stan Against Evil | AMC+
Expect three seasons of scrappy horror-comedy set in a remote New England town built on the site of a massive witch burning. Stan Against Evil follows a retired sheriff who teams up with the new sheriff in a buddy-cop-style mystery as they battle a host of occult threats. Much like Widow’s Bay, with its authoritative figures confronting spooky ghouls, the show is packed with sardonic one-liners and delightfully low-budget monsters.
Stan Against Evil is streaming on AMC+ in the U.S.
Here is a table of the shows discussed along with their IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes scores.
ShowIMDb rating(as of June 17, 2026)Rotten Tomatoes score(as of June 17, 2026)Twin Peaks8.7/1078%FROM7.8/1097%What We Do in the Shadows8.5/1096%Midnight Mass7.7/1087%True Detective: Night Country8.8/1093%The ’Burbs6.4/1076%Ash vs. Evil Dead8.4/1099%Evil7.7/1096%Bodkin6.9/1067%Stan Against Evil7.3/1064%
After the success of Widow’s Bay, the Apple show has been renewed for a second season, with a potential release at least a year away. Meanwhile, these were all the best horror shows that follow similar themes for you to enjoy in the meantime.
Widow’s Bay is streaming on Apple TV in the U.S.
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