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Chilling Prequel 'IT: Welcome to Derry' Arrives This October

7/29/2025

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Get ready for chills this October as HBO Max unveils "IT: Welcome to Derry," a gripping prequel to Stephen King's iconic tale. Set in the eerie backdrop of 1962, the series delves into the haunting origins of Pennywise, with Bill Skarsgård returning to terrify us once more. Expect a thrilling mix of horror and poignant social themes across various timelines.

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Get ready for chills this October as HBO Max unveils "IT: Welcome to Derry," a gripping prequel to Stephen King's iconic tale. Set in the eerie backdrop of 1962, the series delves into the haunting origins of Pennywise, with Bill Skarsgård returning to terrify us once more. Expect a thrilling mix of horror and poignant social themes across various timelines.