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Welcome To Derry Release Date, Plot, Cast And Trailer

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November 14, 2024

The iconic demonic clown Pennywise, originally from Stephen King’s novel, made his first appearance on the big screen in 1990 in the movie “It.” Nearly two decades later, a new generation of viewers was terrified by the remake, also titled “It” (2017) and its sequel “It Chapter Two” (2019). Both films were incredibly successful, leading HBO to develop a prequel series titled “Welcome to Derry.”

The co-showrunner Jason Fuchs announced the completion of filming in early August 2024, and a sneak peek of the upcoming horror show is now available through a recently released clip.

To find out more about the production, continue reading our article.

What is the release date for Welcome to Derry?

The prequel series will premiere on Max in 2025.

The series was initially set to debut earlier, but due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike in 2023, HBO had to postpone the release.

Who is starring in Welcome to Derry?

Bill Skarsgård, known for his portrayal of Pennywise in the movies, will be reprising his role in the HBO series. The ensemble cast also includes Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, Taylour Paige, James Remar, Stephen Rider, Madeleine Stowe, Kimberly Guerrero, Dorian Grey, Thomas Mitchell, BJ Harrison, Peter Outerbridge, Shane Marriott, Chad Rook, Joshua Odjick, and Morningstar Angeline.

Here are some first-look photos of the characters from the series:

What will the plot of Welcome to Derry be?

The HBO series will serve as a prequel to the movies “It” and “It Chapter Two,” taking viewers back to the town of Derry in the 1960s where Pennywise terrorized the residents. While specific plot details have not been revealed, it is expected to explore the origins of Pennywise in Derry, focusing on a group of children who become targets of the ancient evil.

Is there a trailer for Welcome to Derry?

At this time, a full trailer for the series has not been released, but HBO has shared short promotional clips for the show. You can view the clips on their official platforms.

Additionally, HBO released a preview of their major releases for 2024 and 2025, including a first look at “Welcome to Derry.” You can catch a glimpse of it at 1:25 in the video.