HBO's It: Welcome to Derry, the prequel series to the It films, is set for release in October, as confirmed by the streaming platform. The series, which serves as an origin story for Pennywise the Clown, is set 27 years before the events of the first It movie.
The show brings back Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise, alongside an ensemble cast including Taylour Paige, Chris Chalk, Jovan Adepo, and James Remar. Skarsgård also serves as an executive producer for the series, which is based on Stephen King's It universe.
Produced by HBO Max and Warner Bros. Television, Welcome to Derry consists of nine episodes and is developed by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, and Jason Fuchs. The series draws from the interludes in King’s novel, exploring Pennywise’s history of reappearing after every catastrophic event. Director Andy Muschietti shared that the show will be "told backward," with each season set in a different time period—season one in 1962, season two in 1935, and season three in 1908.
The series will be featured at San Diego Comic-Con 2025, where fans can get an exclusive sneak peek. A new key art poster has been revealed, and event activities include Pennywise-inspired pedicabs and sweets in the Gaslamp Quarter. Additionally, Skarsgård shared insights into his return to the role, stating that he enjoyed revisiting Pennywise and teasing "cool stuff" fans haven't seen before.
It: Welcome to Derry promises a darker, more intense version of Pennywise, with Skarsgård assuring fans that the horror is just as hardcore as in the films. The show will also delve into Pennywise's backstory, offering a deeper look into the character's sinister origins.
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