If You're Sad 'Widow's Bay' Is Over, Check Out This Forgotten Stephen King TV Series

If you just finished watching Widow's Bay and are now at a loss for what to watch next, this Stephen King series is the perfect choice.

Storm of the Century, released in 1999, is a rare example of a show based not on a novel but on King's original screenplay – he himself called it a television novel.

What Is 'Storm of the Century' About?

The inhabitants of Little Tall Island face mortal danger – a monstrous storm, dubbed the storm of the century by meteorologists, is approaching. However, the forces of nature prove to be less dangerous than the power of one man.

A mysterious stranger appeared shortly before the disaster and caused mass suicides. Amidst the storm, the few surviving islanders must unravel the mystery of the stranger who has come to their land with a deadly mission.

Through his signature use of multiple characters, King explores the deceptive nature of people and confronts the inhabitants of Little Tall Island with an unbearable choice: is it possible to sacrifice one's children's future to save everyone else?

'Storm of the Century' Is a Perfect Tense Thriller Set Within a Small Town

Storm of the Century is the perfect airtight mystery: a snowstorm provides the perfect cover for evil as locals die in mysterious ways one by one and the remaining neighbors reveal their malicious inner selves.

Unlike Widows' Bay, Storm of the Century lacks any comedic undertones – it's a pure, dark, and vicious horror show that grips the viewer from the very first minute.

Beautiful compositions and smooth transitions allow you to become completely immersed in the story – with a budget of $35 million, Storm of the Century looks very decent and rivals modern projects in terms of visuals.

Stephen King was inspired by the legend of the Roanoke Colony, an English settlement that mysteriously vanished, which adds an additional mystical aura to the story.

'Storm of the Century' Is a Perfect Pick for Fans of 'Widow's Bay'

It's easy to find fans of the writer who will call Storm of the Century one of his best adaptations, but there's a catch: it wasn't originally a novel but a screenplay. This is precisely why the story of a February snowstorm plays so comfortably on screen.

The series is perfect for the winter holidays, though you can watch it in the summer as well – it still will make you cold. If you're a fan of Widow's Bay or any other TV series about a town hiding dark secrets, Storm of the Century will be a true revelation.

What Did Critics & Viewers Think of 'Storm of the Century'?

• Storm of the Century has 84% from critics and 81% from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes.

• On IMDb, the series has a score of 7.3/10.

Where to Watch 'Storm of the Century'?

Storm of the Century is available to stream on Hulu and Disney+.