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The Best Episodes of Widow's Bay Season 1

Every episode of Widow's Bay Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Widow's Bay Season 1!

Binge this in 6h 26m•Peaking at 8.4/10

The mayor of a New England town resolves to turn it into the next tourist hot spot, despite local warnings that it's cursed.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Widow's Bay Season 1 Episode 1 - Welcome to Widow's Bay!
    7.7/10(38 votes)

    #1 - Welcome to Widow's Bay!

    S1:E1

    We hope you enjoyed the three-hour ferry to New England's best-kept secret! Ignore the warnings about the fog. Everything's fine.

    Director:Hiro Murai
    Writer:Katie Dippold

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  2. Widow's Bay Season 1 Episode 2 - Lodging
    7.7/10(34 votes)

    #2 - Lodging

    S1:E2

    Cherish the historical charm of our local inn, which Mayor Loftis will prove is safe by spending a night there alone.

    Director:Hiro Murai
    Writer:Kelly Galuska

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  3. Widow's Bay Season 1 Episode 3 - The Inaugural Swim
    8.1/10(36 votes)

    #3 - The Inaugural Swim

    S1:E3

    It's time for the annual beach opening. Lay out a towel as the mayor "tests the waters." Unrelated: Do not pick up hitchhikers.

    Director:Hiro Murai
    Writer:Neil Casey

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  4. Widow's Bay Season 1 Episode 4 - Beach Reads
    8.4/10(28 votes)

    #4 - Beach Reads

    S1:E4

    Make sure you pack a good read for the beach! (We do not recommend self-help books on the island.)

    Director:Sam Donovan
    Writer:Mackenzie Dohr

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  5. Widow's Bay Season 1 Episode 5 - What to Expect on Your Trip
    7.6/10(29 votes)

    #5 - What to Expect on Your Trip

    S1:E5

    We apologize for the curfew. Please remain calm as we determine what's happening. On a separate note, keep your teenagers inside after dark.

    Director:Andrew DeYoung
    Writer:Colton Dunn

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  6. Widow's Bay Season 1 Episode 6 - Our History
    7.5/10(26 votes)

    #6 - Our History

    S1:E6

    The history of Widow's Bay is a beautiful tale of marriage, loyalty, and a love that endures beyond lifetimes. That's all.

    Director:Ti West
    Writer:Alberto Roldán

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  7. Widow's Bay Season 1 Episode 7 - Seasickness
    8.1/10(26 votes)

    #7 - Seasickness

    S1:E7

    Set out to sea with Mayor Loftis and cherished local figure, Wyck! They are attending to some business—best to simply enjoy the voyage.

    Director:Sam Donovan
    Writer:Dave Harris

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  8. Widow's Bay Season 1 Episode 8 - Your Baggage
    8.4/10(27 votes)

    #8 - Your Baggage

    S1:E8

    Don't worry about misplaced luggage. Old baggage always resurfaces in Widow's Bay.

    Director:Andrew DeYoung
    Writer:Emma Ketchum

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  9. Widow's Bay Season 1 Episode 9 - Emergency Shelter
    7.6/10(25 votes)

    #9 - Emergency Shelter

    S1:E9

    Please seek shelter should a centuries-old storm rage toward the island and plunge us into darkness. Enjoy a card game.

    Director:Hiro Murai
    Writer:Bobak Esfarjani

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  10. Widow's Bay Season 1 Episode 10 - We Hope You Enjoyed Your Time!
    7.8/10(26 votes)

    #10 - We Hope You Enjoyed Your Time!

    S1:E10

    We understand that hard choices had to be made and we may never be the same, but we hope you'll visit again!

    Director:Hiro Murai
    Writer:Katie Dippold

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Welcome to Widow's Bay!" is the best rated episode of "Widow's Bay" season 1. It scored 7.7/10 based on 38 votes. Directed by Hiro Murai and written by Katie Dippold, it aired on 4/28/2026. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Lodging".