Liputan6.com, Jakarta - Netflix returns with a thrilling horror show ready to test viewers' nerves with its latest miniseries, Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen, released on March 26, 2026.
Created by Haley Z. Boston, the series promises a unique horror experience with a focus on profound psychological themes.
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The miniseries has been categorized as an atmospheric horror, a psychological thriller, and even a "wedding horror" with supernatural elements.
Its central themes revolve around the fear of commitment, the anxiety that often accompanies wedding preparations, and the fear of marrying the wrong person.
Plot and Mystery Surrounding Rachel Harkin
The core story of "Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen" centers on Rachel Harkin, a bride-to-be, played by Camila Morrone.
Rachel experiences a series of fears and ominous events leading up to her wedding to Nicky Cunningham, played by Adam DiMarco.
Their wedding is scheduled to take place on Nicky's family's remote estate.
Initially, Rachel suspects Nicky's strange family is planning a horrific sacrificial ritual.
However, as the story progresses, it is revealed that the true horror stems from a curse passed down through Rachel's own bloodline.
Upon its release, "Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen" received positive reviews from critics.
Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes reported an 83% approval rating based on 30 critic reviews.
The critics' consensus states that the series "capably transports newlywed angst into a surreal realm of binge-worthy TV."
Meanwhile, Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, gave the series a score of 66 out of 100 based on 16 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews."
Behind the Scenes: Creator and Production
"Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen" is the brainchild of Haley Z. Boston, who serves not only as creator but also as showrunner and executive producer.
Boston is previously known for her work on Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities and Brand New Cherry Flavor.
The series is also backed by big names in the entertainment industry, including the Duffer Brothers, creators of Stranger Things, who serve as executive producers.
This marks the first of three projects produced by their production company, Upside Down Pictures, following the Stranger Things series finale.
Other executive producers include Hilary Leavitt, Andrea Sperling, and Weronika Tofilska.
Main and Supporting Cast
The series features a strong cast, with Camila Morrone and Adam DiMarco leading the cast:
- Camila Morrone as Rachel Harkin, a bride-to-be plagued by deep fears.
- Adam DiMarco as Nicky Cunningham, Rachel's seemingly perfect fiancé.
In addition, the series is also enriched by the performances of the supporting cast who provide depth to the story:
- Jennifer Jason Leigh as Victoria Cunningham, Nicky's mother.
- Ted Levine as Boris, Victoria's short-tempered husband.
- Gus Birney as Portia, Nicky's outspoken and intelligent older sister.
- Jeff Wilbusch as Jules, Nicky's older brother who is considered the "bad boy" of the family.
- Karla Crome as Nell, Jules's wife.
- Sawyer Fraser as Jude, Jules and Nell's son, who is portrayed as the "disturbing" child in the horror story.
- Zlatko Burić as a mysterious, unnamed figure known as "the Witness," whom Rachel encounters under strange circumstances.