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Season 1 – Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen

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A certain atmosphere of horror is felt the week before the celebration of an unfortunate wedding.

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Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen — Season 1

Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen — Season 1

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Marrying horror and atmospheric storytelling to thrilling effect, Something Very Bad is Going to Happen ably transports newlywed jitters to the surrealist realm of binge-worthy TV.

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Amber Dowling Globe and Mail 4d
If you like atmospheric horror that blends dark comedy and prefer shows that lead to further conversations about what the heck you just watched, this is the series to binge this weekend. Go to Full Review
Abby Monteil Chicago Reader Apr 7
By the time the titular horror finally arrives, it’s hard not to wish that something very bad hadn’t happened five hours ago. Go to Full Review
Craig Mathieson The Age (Australia) Apr 7
3/5
...the eight episodes have a tendency to draw out the narrative, complete with twists and plenty of horror tropes such as jump scares, without ever deepening it. The unspoken demand here is patience. Go to Full Review
Evelyn Lau The National (UAE) 4d
4/5
It may not appeal to everyone, particularly those who prefer more straightforward storytelling, but for viewers willing to lean into its unsettling premise, it offers a tense and mostly gripping watch. Go to Full Review
Archi Sengupta LeisureByte.com 6d
4/5
Something Very Bad is Going to Happen reminds us to look at our betrothed a bit harder, as it brings to light what it means to have cold feet. Go to Full Review
Tatat Bunnag Bangkok Post Apr 13
It is not a perfect series, but it is a committed one. And for a story that is meant to function as a cautionary exploration of doubt, fear and nasty imagery, it leaves a strong enough impression to linger. Go to Full Review
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Thomas D @Dzurs 11h Crazy plot and even a crazier plot points that guide the viewer thru 8 episodes of strange choices. First three episodes dip and sway into an uneven start ... then in a fun (almost brilliant turn) episode 4 pulls it together. Never have a witnessed a strange show like this one that actually tops itself with its over the top finale. See more German V @DavisMex 15h I love that, it has many plot twist and suspense, i want more of that See more Chris H @RT60525826 20h Lots of wasted opportunities here. This ungainly thing is dragged out over eight episodes and, though it sometimes piques the interest, it doesn't satisfy or even make sense. There is a curse with some complicated rules which the series breaks haphazardly - and because of that you give up trying to work out, or care, what will happen. Lots of red herrings at the beginning; basically forget all the first episode except to feel the dread, which clearly emanates from the central character and not, as the first few episodes try to make you think, from her nouveau riche would be in-laws. See more J C @Tronny 21h Starts off well until you learn the main plot. From that point onwards it feels like the script was written by an AI intern and don't get me started on the plot holes... See more David A @David780 2d i like how it looks like three different series in one. The storyline is definitely not straight forward. But from the beginning you have this perfect horror atmosphere. The acting is sublime. See more Matt H @Narry_Borman 2d Wedding-bound White Lotus-style horror; original, fun and thought-provoking; beautifully designed, shot and acted. I waited for it to falter but it didn’t. See more Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 26, 2026 Never Get On One Knee Rachel and Nicky kick off their wedding week with a drive to his parents' secluded home, but end up taking a few detours. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 26, 2026 Bride-Shaped Hole When Rachel's wedding dress mysteriously goes missing, her in-laws are all too eager to provide an alternative. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 26, 2026 I Will Light You on Fire Rachel is tasked with taking down the Cunninghams' meal preferences and discovers a lot more than she expected. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 26, 2026 The Witness When a new chapter in her family history comes to light, Rachel learns that love means sometimes having to say you're sorry. Details Episode 5 Aired Mar 26, 2026 I Think You Just Saved My Life Rachel and Nicky's romantic origin story is the talk of the rehearsal dinner, until they're forced to make a few revisions. Details Episode 6 Aired Mar 26, 2026 Last Night of Freedom The bachelors hunt and the bachelorettes gather, but the party's definitely over. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 26, 2026 Something Living, Something Dead, Something Stolen, Something Red With the ceremony just an hour away, Rachel finds herself in serious need of a drink. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 26, 2026 I Do Something very bad happens. Details

Season Info

Creator
Haley Z. Boston
Executive Producer
Weronika Tofilska, Matt Duffer
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama, Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 26, 2026
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