The prequel series It: Welcome to Derry is set to premiere on HBO and HBO Max this October.
Bill Skarsgård returns as Pennywise, the supernatural, child-killing clown, reprising his role from the two It blockbuster films. The story is set in 1960s Maine and explores the origins of the terrifying entity. The cast also features Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, James Remar, Stephen Rider, Madeleine Stowe, and Rudy Mancuso. A second teaser for the series was released on Sunday, building anticipation ahead of its debut.
You’ll love Derry so much, you’ll never leave.#ITWelcomeToDerry premieres October 2025 on HBO Max. pic.twitter.com/ptRIpC2Emg
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