IT: Welcome to Derry set to premiere this fall on HBO Max; spooky season awaits

The highly anticipated prequel series dives into the origins of Pennywise, with a new cast and the return of Bill Skarsgård. Fans can catch the chilling drama streaming on JioHotstar in India this fall.

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_Welcome to Derry_ is a prequel to Stephen King’s iconic IT saga, set in 1962, that explores the dark events leading up to the narrative of the first IT film. The series will reveal how the town has been terrorized by the malevolent entity for centuries.

A new cast, including Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, James Remar, and Stephen Rider, will lead the series, while Bill Skarsgård reprises his role as Pennywise the Clown. The teaser hints at his terrifying return from the depths of the sewers.

Developed by filmmakers Andy and Barbara Muschietti, who directed the modern IT films, the series promises a consistent visual tone and thematic depth. The official teaser was released by HBO, confirming the series will debut this fall, perfectly timed for the spooky season.

With Andy Muschietti directing multiple episodes, fans can expect a chilling expansion of the IT universe, delving deeper into the lore established in the feature films.
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The highly anticipated prequel series _Welcome to Derry_ is set to premiere this fall on HBO Max, exploring the dark origins of Pennywise the Clown in the 1960s. The series, developed by Andy and Barbara Muschietti, promises a chilling return just in time for spooky season.
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Welcome to Derry is slated to premiere this fall on HBO Max, timed perfectly for the return of spooky season.
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Key Facts
  • IT: Welcome to Derry is a prequel series to Stephen King’s iconic IT saga, exploring the terrifying origins of Pennywise the Dancing Clown.1
  • The Muschietti siblings, Andy and Barbara, are confirmed to direct and produce the series, ensuring a consistent visual tone.stupidDOPE
  • The official teaser for IT: Welcome to Derry has been released, showcasing the return of Pennywise.Bollywoodhungama
  • The series is set in the 1960s, specifically in 1962, exploring dark events leading up to the narrative of the first IT film.1
  • Bill Skarsgård will reprise his role as Pennywise, alongside a new cast including Taylour Paige and Jovan Adepo.1
  • Andy Muschietti will direct multiple episodes of the original series, expanding the vision established in the feature films.Bollywoodhungama
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