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It: Welcome to Derry (2025): A Journey into the Horrific Origins of Pennywise
The town of Derry, Maine β where fear never rests β is set to return to the small screen with It: Welcome to Derry, an ambitious horror television series slated for release on HBO and Max in 2025. Serving as a prequel to the blockbuster films IT (2017) and IT Chapter Two (2019), this project promises to take viewers back to Derryβs dark past, unraveling the origins of Pennywise the Dancing Clown and the terrifying cycle that has haunted the town for centuries.
Setting and Storyline
Set in the mid-1960s, It: Welcome to Derry unfolds decades before the Losers’ Club confronted the supernatural entity in the previous films. The series will delve into the cursed history of Derry, where Pennywise β the shape-shifting terror β manipulates the fears of its residents across generations. One anticipated highlight is the story of the “Black Spot” β a horrific fire from Stephen Kingβs original novel, expected to shed light on how this tragedy helped awaken Pennywise every 27 years.
Unlike the films, which focused on the friendship and coming-of-age journey of the Losers’ Club, It: Welcome to Derry offers a fresh perspective through entirely new characters. Early images released by HBO reveal a group of teenagers encountering eerie phenomena, alongside the presence of Will Hanlon β Mike Hanlonβs father β during his time in the Air Force. The series is not just a tale of fear but an exploration of the deep connection between Pennywise and Derry.
Star-Studded Cast and Talented Crew
A major highlight of It: Welcome to Derry is the return of Bill SkarsgΓ₯rd as Pennywise. The Swedish actor, who left an indelible mark with his chilling smile and icy gaze, will not only reprise his iconic role but also serve as an executive producer. Joining him is a talented ensemble cast, including Jovan Adepo, Taylour Paige, Chris Chalk, James Remar, and Stephen Rider, promising emotionally charged performances amid the nightmarish horror.
Behind the scenes, Andy Muschietti β director of the two IT films β continues to helm the project, directing four of the nine episodes in the first season. Alongside his sister Barbara Muschietti and screenwriter Jason Fuchs, the team is committed to preserving the bleak, haunting spirit of Stephen Kingβs source material while expanding the horror universe he created.
Expectations and Impact
Though an official trailer has yet to be released, a brief teaser from HBO has already sent fans into a frenzy, featuring the signature red balloon floating over Derryβs streets. The series is not only a treat for IT fans but also an opportunity to explore previously untold details from the films β from Pennywiseβs extraterrestrial origins to its centuries-long bond with the town.
Blending psychological horror, a multi-generational narrative, and Stephen Kingβs signature storytelling, It: Welcome to Derry is poised to be one of the must-watch series of 2025. As the doors to Derryβs past swing open, viewers will witness the primal fear that shaped one of the most terrifying icons in horror history.
Conclusion
It: Welcome to Derry is more than just a return to Pennywiseβs world β itβs a testament to how fear always finds a way, no matter the time or place. Prepare yourself to step back into Derry β a town where the darkness never truly fades.
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