The story will take place in the 1960s, exploring the period leading up to the events of the original film in Stephen King’s It series. Set in the small town of Derry, Maine, it will delve into the eerie and unsettling occurrences that foreshadow the emergence of Pennywise the Clown. Through the eyes of the town’s residents, we will witness the gradual build-up of fear and dread as strange disappearances and inexplicable phenomena begin to plague the community. This prequel aims to provide a deeper understanding of the dark forces at play in Derry, setting the stage for the terrifying events that follow in the iconic Stephen King adaptation.

Welcome to Derry is an upcoming American horror TV series serving as a prequel to Andy Muschietti’s films, It (2017) and It Chapter Two (2019), based on Stephen King’s 1986 novel. Developed by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, and Jason Fuchs, the series will see Bill Skarsgård returning as the terrifying clown, Pennywise. He will be joined by Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, and James Remar. Skarsgård is also set to executive produce alongside the It film franchise team at Warner Bros. Andy Muschietti will direct four out of the series’ nine episodes, ensuring a continuation of the chilling atmosphere from the films. The series promises to explore the dark history of Derry, adding depth to the haunting lore established in the original movies.