Carrie-Anne Moss is at the centre of Yaga, a new Canadian mystery thriller that premiered Friday, October 23, on Crave.
The eight-episode series also stars Hudson Williams, Noah Reid and Clark Backo in a story built around a missing young heir, a secretive coastal community and the supernatural mythology of Baba Yaga.
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Carrie-Anne Moss plays a mysterious professor
In Yaga, Moss plays Katherine Hargrove, a charismatic university professor whose relationships with younger men and connection to the town’s secrets place her among the series’ most enigmatic figures.
The character is drawn into the investigation after private investigator Rapp arrives in Whittock to look into the disappearance of Henry Park, a young heir to a powerful fishery played by Williams.
AMC describes the series in its announcement of the trailer, cast and premiere details as a contemporary reimagining of the Baba Yaga legend, combining psychological mystery, ancient magic and themes of power, desire and revenge.
What Yaga is about
The story begins with Rapp searching for Henry Park, but the investigation quickly expands beyond a conventional missing-person case.
Rapp must work alongside Carson, a local detective played by Backo, while confronting a network of suspects with hidden identities and competing interests.
Katherine becomes a key figure in the investigation, particularly as the characters begin to uncover long-suppressed secrets in Whittock.
The series’ supernatural elements are inspired by Baba Yaga, the figure from Slavic folklore who has been reinterpreted in popular culture as a witch, guardian and dangerous force.
Rather than presenting the mythology as a straightforward horror story, Yaga uses it as the foundation for a mystery involving sexuality, ageing, corruption and the consequences of powerful people protecting one another.
Hudson Williams follows Heated Rivalry
Williams takes on the role of Henry Park after gaining international attention as Shane Hollander in the Crave series Heated Rivality.
His role in Yaga is central to the opening mystery, even though Henry’s disappearance means that much of the early story is shaped by what other characters say and suspect about him.
The cast also includes Sheila McCarthy, Megan Follows, Patrick Gilmore, Katharine Isabelle, Hiro Kanagawa, Emilija Baranac, Georgia Acken, Anisa Harris and Sam Krochmal.
When and where to watch Yaga
Yaga premiered on Crave in Canada and AMC+ in the United States on Friday, October 23, 2026.
The premiere released two episodes, with new episodes scheduled to arrive on Fridays.
The season is set to conclude with a two-episode finale on Friday, November 27.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Series | Yaga |
| Canadian platform | Crave |
| U.S. platform | AMC+ |
| Premiere | October 23, 2026 |
| Format | Eight half-hour episodes |
| Finale | November 27, 2026 |
A Canadian production with international reach
Yaga is based on Kat Sandler’s play of the same name, with Sandler serving as writer, showrunner and executive producer for the television adaptation.
The series is produced by Blink49 Studios and Front Street Pictures in association with Bell Media, with support from the Canada Media Fund, the Rogers Series Fund and the Bell Fund.
Moss is also credited as an executive producer, alongside Mackenzie Donaldson and Andrew Miller.
The production gives the Canadian series an international platform through AMC+, while keeping Crave as its home in Canada.
What comes next
The early episodes are expected to establish whether Henry’s disappearance is connected to the town’s powerful families, Katherine’s unusual relationships or the ancient forces referenced throughout the series.
For Moss, the role marks another move into morally complex genre television following her work in The Matrix, Jessica Jones and other mystery and science-fiction projects.
For Williams, the series offers a sharply different role from Heated Rivalry and places him in a darker story designed to unfold across the full season.
Viewers can now watch the opening episodes on Crave in Canada, with the remaining episodes arriving weekly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yaga about?
Yaga follows a private investigator who travels to a coastal town to investigate the disappearance of a young heir and uncovers hidden identities, ancient magic and long-standing secrets.
Who does Carrie-Anne Moss play in Yaga?
Carrie-Anne Moss plays Katherine Hargrove, a charismatic university professor whose relationships and secrets become important to the investigation.
Who plays Henry Park in Yaga?
Hudson Williams plays Henry Park, the missing young heir whose disappearance drives the central mystery.
Where can Canadians watch Yaga?
Yaga is available to stream on Crave in Canada.
When did Yaga premiere?
Yaga premiered on Friday, October 23, 2026, with two episodes released at launch.
Fact-Checked: Key cast, premise, production and release details were checked against official AMC, AMC+ and Bell Media information. ([amc.com](https://www.amc.com/blogs/watch-the-bewitching-trailer-for-the-highly-anticipated-mystery-thriller-yaga–1075994?utm_source=openai))
Disclaimer: Release schedules and platform availability can change by market, so viewers should check Crave for the latest Canadian episode information.