Horror is thriving in 2026. New films like Backrooms and Obsession are breaking box-office records. Established directors—Sam Raimi, Damian McCarthy—are making acclaimed work. Franchises like Resident Evil and 28 Years Later are still packing theaters. It's a crowded field. Yet Apple TV's Widow's Bay stands out, according to The Verge. The show demonstrates that even in a year dominated by nostalgia and big-budget properties, originality still finds its audience.

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