It: Welcome to Derry

The 'It' franchise returns with a fresh film idea, but fans won't see Chapter 3 as expected—here's what that means for Pennywise and the future.

Brad Caleb Kane's 1980s slasher fandom shaped HBO's 'It: Welcome to Derry,' inspiring bold, emotional horror storytelling, risky character deaths, and now fuels his 'Friday the 13th' Pamela Voorhees prequel.

HBO's 'It: Welcome to Derry' delays Pennywise's return to build suspense. His dramatic reappearance, disguised as Matty, highlights the haunted house at Neibolt Street and the series's deeper horror storytelling.

Horror fans are in for a treat this Halloween as HBO Max delivers a spooky surprise—'It: Welcome to Derry' Episode 2 is arriving earlier than planned.

HBO's 'It: Welcome to Derry' explores Pennywise's 1962 killing cycle, revealing the monster's origins, Derry's dark history, and connections to the 'It' films, deepening Stephen King’s chilling, interconnected horror universe.

HBO's 'It: Welcome to Derry' explores Pennywise's terrifying origins in 1962, delivering a darker, bloodier prequel with psychological depth, unrestrained horror, and a haunting new take on Stephen King’s iconic clown.

'It: Welcome to Derry' premieres on 26th October 2025, exploring 1962 Derry. Chris Chalk's Dick Hallorann faces personal fears, connecting to Pennywise's origins in Stephen King's horror universe.