IT: Welcome to Derry on OTT: Everything to know about the horror series, release date, what to expect, and more..

Step back into the bone-chilling world of Derry as the terror has returned. A new series IT: Welcome to Derry has been announced and is coming soon this year. Based on Stephen King's iconic 1986 horror novel, this series is said to be the prequel of director Andy Muschietti's IT films. The series promises to take fans back to the beginning, exploring the town's dark history and the sinister forces that have ruled the place from generations. Prepare to face your fears all over again after five long years.

When will IT: Welcome to Derry release

The upcoming horror thriller series is scheduled for an October 2025 release on HBO Max. IT: Welcome to Derry comprises of nine episodes. Indian viewers will be able to watch the series on JioHotstar on the same date. Notably, you can also watch it via OTTplay Premium now. However, the exact date of the release is not announced yet.

IT: Welcome to Derry cast members

The main cast of IT: Welcome to Derry is Bill Skarsgård reprising his role as Pennywise the Clown. Other actors like Jovan Adepo, Taylour Paige, Chris Chalk, and James Remar are in key roles. Additionally, Stephen Rider, Madeleine Stowe, Alixandra Fuchs, Kimberly Guerrero, Dorian Grey, Thomas Mitchell, BJ Harrison, Peter Outerbridge, Shane Marriott, Chad Rook, Joshua Odjick, and Morningstar Angeline will be seen returning as well.

What to expect from IT: Welcome to Derry series?

Welcome to Derry is said to be the prequel of the original IT films. The series will take fans back to the time when all the events started earlier. The show will explore the origin of the horrific clown Pennywise and delve into the history of the fictional town Derry. Set in the 1950s US, the series aims to explore how Pennywise became the creature like it is now, and why the town of Derry is cursed.

By focusing on this earlier period of time, Welcome to Derry series can build the tension and explore the root of the evil that plagues the town, making the events of the films even more impactful.

This prequel also promises to show specific events from the Stephen King novel that were not fully shown in the films. For instance, the series will show a significant and tragic event of the burning Black Spot. This fire destroyed a nightclub for African-American soldiers and their families, a horrific moment that reveals more about the town's history of violence and prejudice.

By ncluding these details, Welcome to Derry promises to offer a deeper and more complete picture of the town's haunted past and the cyclical nature of Pennywise's terror, giving fans of the book and films new insights into the story.

FAQs:

Q. Is Welcome to Derry coming out?

A. It: Welcome to Derry is scheduled to be released in October 2025 on HBO Max with nine episodes. Indian viewers will be able to watch the series on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) on the same date.

Q. Will Bill Skarsgård be in Welcome to Derry?

A. Yes, that clown is back. Bill Skarsgård is officially returning as Pennywise, bringing even more nightmare fuel to your screen.

Q. Where can I watch IT: Welcome to Derry?

A. IT: Welcome to Derry is scheduled to premiere on HBO Max in October 2025, and Indian viewers will be able to watch on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) on same date.