# Yaga review: Hudson Williams' witchy mystery falls short

> Hudson Williams' Yaga fails to deliver on its dark folklore promises.
- Title: Yaga review: Hudson Williams' witchy mystery falls short
- Summary: Hudson Williams' Yaga fails to deliver on its dark folklore promises. Hudson Williams' Yaga lacks depth despite strong cast and supernatural elements…
- Keywords: yaga, hudson williams, carrie anne moss, noah reid, clark backo, whittock, baba yaga, feminist fable, dark folklore, supernatural mystery, technology, culture
- Source: Mashable — https://mashable.com/entertainment/yaga-review-hudson-williams
- Author: Belen Edwards
- Published: 2026-10-23T09:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: yaga, hudson williams, carrie anne moss, noah reid, clark backo, whittock, baba yaga, feminist fable, dark folklore, supernatural mystery, technology, culture
## Yaga's cast
Yaga features Hudson Williams, Noah Reid, Clark Backo, and Carrie-Anne Moss.
## Williams' first major project
Williams' Yaga is his first major project since Heated Rivalry's success.
## Whittock mystery
Henry Park, heir to a fishery, goes missing in small town Whittock.
## Baba Yaga's presence
Each episode opens and closes with Baba Yaga's voiceover monologue.
## Williams' dual role
Williams plays Henry Park and Logan, Henry's roommate with prosthetic nose.
## Feminist fable critique
Yaga feels hollow despite hints of folklore and witchcraft themes.
## Key takeaway

Hudson Williams' Yaga lacks depth despite strong cast and supernatural elements, leaving fans wanting more.