Summary
- HBO has released the trailer for IT: WELCOME TO DERRY, a new series that expands on the vision of the blockbuster films
- It will explore the terrifying origins of Pennywise, played again by Bill Skarsgård
- The eight-episode series will premiere on HBO and HBO Max on Sunday, October 26
The town of Derry’s dark secrets are about to be revealed. HBO has released the official trailer and key art for its original new series, IT: WELCOME TO DERRY, which delves into the disturbing origins of Stephen King’s most famous universe. The show, from filmmakers Andy and Barbara Muschietti, who directed the blockbuster films, is set to premiere on October 26 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and HBO Max.
The new trailer teases a terrifying origin story that expands on the vision established by the feature films. It plunges audiences back into the world of Derry to explore the dark history of the town and its ancient, malevolent force. The series, which is developed by the Muschiettis and Jason Fuchs, will be an eight-episode season, with Andy Muschietti returning to direct multiple episodes.
The series features a talented ensemble cast, including Jovan Adepo, Taylour Paige, Chris Chalk, and Bill Skarsgård, who is reprising his iconic role as Pennywise the Dancing Clown. The trailer promises a horrifying and chilling look at the clown’s beginnings, and how its evil has haunted the town for centuries. New episodes will be released weekly, leading up to the season finale on December 14, giving horror fans a full season of terror. Watch the official trailer above.
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