The It universe is set to grow with HBO Max’s Welcome to Derry, a prequel series diving into the haunting origins of the infamous Pennywise the Dancing Clown.

Co-developed by Andy and Barbara Muschietti, along with Jason Fuchs, the series promises to blend chilling new lore with callbacks to Stephen King’s original masterpiece.

Set decades before the events of It, the series explores the rise of Pennywise as Derry’s malevolent force, delving into the town’s cursed history. Fans will witness how this seemingly quaint community became the epicenter of nightmares, with a horrifying focus on the 1960s civil rights era.

Though plot details remain under wraps, sources confirm that Bill Skarsgård will reprise his role as Pennywise. With a mix of fresh faces and returning talent, the show aims to capture the eerie, otherworldly atmosphere that defined the It films. The Muschiettis have teased a deep dive into the sinister origins of Derry itself, exploring how societal fears and prejudices feed the malevolence of Pennywise.