Get ready to face your fears all over again—Pennywise is back, and Derry is more haunting than ever! But here’s where it gets controversial: Is this expansion of Stephen King’s iconic universe a thrilling return to form, or a risky gamble that might dilute the magic of the original? The new teaser for IT: Welcome to Derry just dropped, and it’s already sparking debates among fans. Following yesterday’s spine-chilling red band trailer, IGN unveiled a fresh glimpse into the series, alongside a striking poster featuring the Hanlon family. And this is the part most people miss: While Derry may seem like a picturesque town, its dark underbelly is anything but ordinary—and this time, the terror feels closer than ever.
Premiering Sunday, October 26, at 9pm ET/PT on HBO and HBO Max, the eight-episode series will roll out weekly, culminating in a season finale on December 14. Set in 1962, the show serves as an expansion of Andy Muschietti’s IT films, with Muschietti himself directing multiple episodes. Bold move or brilliant stroke? By revisiting the timeline, the series aims to explore new depths of King’s 1986 novel, but will it capture the same heart-pounding dread? Bill Skarsgård reprises his role as Pennywise the Clown, joined by a star-studded cast including Jovan Adepo (The Stand), Taylour Paige (The Toxic Avenger), Chris Chalk (Gotham), and more. Together, they’ll navigate the eerie streets of Derry, where no one—not even the Hanlons—is safe.
The ensemble cast doesn’t stop there. Alixandra Fuchs (Boogeyman Pop), Kimberly Guerrero (Reservation Dogs), and Dorian Grey (Star Trek: Discovery) are just a few of the talents rounding out this chilling lineup. Behind the scenes, It: Chapter Two co-producer Jason Fuchs and Brad Caleb Kane (Crystal Lake) serve as co-showrunners, ensuring the series stays true to King’s vision—yet daring to push boundaries.
Here’s the real question: If the series is renewed, Muschietti plans to leap backward in time, with Season 2 set in 1935 and Season 3 in 1908. Is this a genius way to explore Pennywise’s origins, or a risky departure from the story fans know and love? Let us know in the comments—are you excited for this journey into Derry’s past, or do you think some mysteries are better left buried?
