Stephen King’s horrifying world is back — darker and deeper than ever. HBO’s It: Welcome to Derry officially premieres Sunday, October 26, 2025, marking the beginning of an origin story that explores the terrifying roots of Pennywise the Dancing Clown.
This prequel to It (2017) and It: Chapter Two (2019) is set in 1962 Derry, uncovering the small-town horrors that first gave birth to Pennywise’s evil. Here’s everything you need to know about its episode timings, streaming details, cast lineup, and full schedule.
It: Welcome to Derry Global Release Time and Streaming Details
Fans across the world can watch It: Welcome to Derry Episode 1 simultaneously with the U.S. premiere on HBO and Max.
| Region | Release Date | Time | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | October 26, 2025 | 6 PM PT / 9 PM ET | HBO & Max |
| UK | October 27, 2025 | 2 AM GMT | Sky Max / NowTV |
| India | October 27, 2025 | 6:30 AM IST | JioCinema / HBO Max (where available) |
| Australia | October 27, 2025 | 11 AM AEST | Binge / Foxtel |
| New Zealand | October 27, 2025 | 1 PM NZDT | Sky Go |
Episodes will drop every Sunday at 6 PM PT / 9 PM ET, with the season concluding by December 14, 2025.
The Full Episode Release Schedule
| Episode | Date (US) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 1 | October 26, 2025 | Sunday |
| Episode 2 | November 2, 2025 | Sunday |
| Episode 3 | November 9, 2025 | Sunday |
| Episode 4 | November 16, 2025 | Sunday |
| Episode 5 | November 23, 2025 | Sunday |
| Episode 6 | November 30, 2025 | Sunday |
| Episode 7 | December 7, 2025 | Sunday |
| Episode 8 (Finale) | December 14, 2025 | Sunday |
This eight-part limited series will expand the mythology of It, diving into the curse that shaped Derry’s horrific legacy.
Plot: The Birth of a Nightmare
Set more than two decades before the Losers Club fought Pennywise, It: Welcome to Derry rewinds the clock to 1962. It follows Mike Hanlon’s grandfather and the first generation that encountered Derry’s dark forces. The show promises to weave real-world fears — racism, nuclear paranoia, and small-town secrets — with cosmic terror from King’s universe.
Expect chilling backstories, psychological horror, and clues linking to the 2017 and 2019 films, all under the creative vision of Andy and Barbara Muschietti, who also directed both movie adaptations.
Cast and Crew
| Role | Actor |
|---|---|
| Pennywise the Dancing Clown | Bill Skarsgård |
| Co-Stars | Taylour Paige, James Remar, Jovan Adepo, Rudy Mancuso, Chris Chalk, Stephen Rider, Madeleine Stowe |
| Directors | Andy & Barbara Muschietti |
| Showrunners | Jason Fuchs, Brad Caleb Kane |
Skarsgård’s terrifying return as Pennywise has already stirred excitement across horror fandoms, promising a deeper, more emotional portrayal of evil.
Where to Watch
It: Welcome to Derry will stream exclusively on HBO and Max in the U.S. Global fans can access it through regional platforms like Sky Max (UK), JioCinema and HBO Max (India), and Binge (Australia). Subscriptions can be managed through the official HBO Max website to ensure the best streaming quality and early access.
Why Fans Are Hyped
- Bill Skarsgård returns as Pennywise, reclaiming his chilling crown as one of modern horror’s most iconic villains.
- Andy Muschietti brings cinematic ambition to episodic storytelling.
- Derry’s expanded lore offers a horrifying psychological deep dive into the origins of fear.
If you loved It and its sequel, this new series connects missing dots and reveals how Derry became the feeding ground for Pennywise’s terror.
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Final Thoughts
It: Welcome to Derry marks a return to form for horror television. With Stephen King’s mythos reborn under HBO’s high production values, this prequel isn’t just fan service — it’s a terrifying origin story with psychological weight.
Bookmark this page and tune in weekly as Derry’s sinister secrets unfold — one terrifying episode at a time.
