Fans of Bill Skarsgård are eagerly awaiting the actor’s return as the terrifying clown Pennywise in HBO’s upcoming series, IT: Welcome to Derry. The series, produced by the streaming giant, promises to explore new depths of the character that made audiences both horrified and mesmerized in the original Stephen King film adaptations.
IT: Welcome to Derry is based on Stephen King’s iconic horror universe, with the story crafted under the direction of Andrés Muschietti, who also directed the It films.
While the movies depicted Pennywise tormenting children and feeding on their fears, the new series will delve deeper into the origin story of the monstrous clown. It will cover the events following the 1960s, building up to the narrative seen in the original film series.
HBO has already teased the series with an official trailer, giving fans a glimpse of the chilling atmosphere and hinting at Pennywise’s menacing return.
Although the series was announced to premiere in October, the streaming platform had not initially revealed the exact release date, keeping fans on edge.
Earlier today, HBO released a short reel featuring the entrance of Capitol Theatre, unveiling the official premiere date. According to the announcement, “Everyone is dying to see IT. #ITWelcomeToDerry premieres October 26 on HBO Max.” The revelation has created a buzz among horror enthusiasts and Skarsgård fans, who are counting down the days until the series drops.
In addition to Bill Skarsgård reprising his role, the series will feature a talented ensemble cast including Jake Gosden, Taylor Paige, Chris Chalk, James Remar, and Stephen Rider. The combination of Skarsgård’s chilling performance and the exploration of Pennywise’s origins is expected to captivate both new viewers and long-time fans of the It franchise.
With its October 26 release set, HBO is positioning IT: Welcome to Derry as one of the most anticipated horror series of the year, promising scares, suspense, and a deeper understanding of one of cinema’s most infamous villains.
