Cape Ann in the Spotlight: Widow’s Bay Brings Hollywood Back to Gloucester and Rockport

The North Shore is once again taking center stage. The first two episodes of Apple TV+’s new comedy-horror series Widow’s Bay debuted this week, giving viewers around the country a glimpse of Gloucester and Rockport on screen. The 10-episode series stars Emmy-winning actor Matthew Rhys and was created by Katie Dippold, with acclaimed director Hiro Murai serving as director and executive producer. For local residents, though, the biggest star may be the setting itself. Matthew Rhys taking his first swim on Widow's Bay. From Gloucester’s working waterfront to Rockport’s coastal streets and dramatic shoreline, the

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Cape Ann in the Spotlight: Widow’s Bay Brings Hollywood Back to Gloucester and Rockport

Apple TV films a new series on the North Shore starring Matthew Rhys.

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