paroolNov 6, 2026, 19:25

Yaga review: Flirty detective faces dark forces

Yaga is a horror-thriller series that follows detective Charlie Rapp and local inspector Frances Carson as they investigate the mysterious disappearance of a wealthy heir on the Canadian island of Whittock. The investigation takes a disturbing turn when the detectives encounter bizarre clues linked to Slavic folklore and local secrets.

The new horror-thriller series Yaga follows detective Charlie Rapp as he travels to the remote Canadian island of Whittock to investigate the disappearance of Henry Park, the wealthy heir to a local fish processing plant. Upon his arrival, Rapp is partnered with local inspector Frances Carson, a pragmatic officer who initially believes Park simply staged his disappearance to take an unauthorized vacation. However, the investigation quickly takes a dark turn as the detectives uncover increasingly bizarre clues, including the recurring presence of dead chickens.

The series draws inspiration from the Slavic legend of the Baba Yaga, a mythological witch, which is referenced in the opening of each episode. As Rapp and Carson navigate their strained professional relationship, they encounter mysterious figures such as Park's doppelganger roommate Logan and a local author named Katherine Hargrove. Blending elements of comedy with suspense, the show tracks the duo as they grapple with the island's unsettling secrets while navigating their clashing personalities and Rapp's reckless behavior.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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