Apple TV+ has given a series order to to “Widow’s Bay,” which hails from creator Katie Dippold.
Hiro Murai is attached to direct the pilot of the 10-episode series in addition to executive producing. The official logline states the show is “about a mysteriously cursed New England island and its superstitious citizens, led by a mayor who refuses to believe their warnings.”
Dippold is the writer and executive producer of “Widow’s Bay” and will also serve as showrunner. Murai executive produces along with Claudia Shin, with Carver Karaszewski co-executive producing. Apple Studios will produce.
Dippold previously wrote for shows like “Parks and Recreation,” on which she was a writer for three seasons. She has since written the screenplays for films like “The Heat,” the 2016 “Ghostbusters” reboot,” and the 2023 “Haunted Mansion” film.
She is repped by WME and Ziffren Brittenham.
Murai is known for his work as a director and executive producer on shows like the hit FX series “Atlanta” and “The Bear.” His work on both shows has earned him multiple Emmy nominations, including two nods for outstanding directing for a comedy series for “Atlanta.” He shared in “The Bear’s” win for best comedy series in 2023. Most recently, Murai was nominated for best directing for a drama series for “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” and also shares in that show’s nomination for best drama series as well as “The Bear’s” second nomination for best comedy series. The 2024 Emmy Awards are scheduled to take place in Sept. 15 in Los Angeles.
He is repped by UTA, Grandview, and Jackoway Austen Tyerman.
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