IT: Welcome to Derry takes viewers back to the eerie town of Derry, Maine, where an ancient and malevolent force has plagued the residents for centuries. Set years before the events of Stephen King’s iconic novel IT, this prequel explores the origins of the shape-shifting entity known as “It,” which takes the form of a terrifying clown, Pennywise.
As the town’s dark secrets begin to surface, the story follows a group of young residents who start uncovering disturbing truths about Derry’s sinister history. From bizarre disappearances to unsettling supernatural occurrences, the group must come to terms with the evil that has been lurking in the shadows, feeding on the fear and trauma of the town’s inhabitants.
With its roots deep in horror and psychological terror, IT: Welcome to Derry delves into the growing darkness that consumes the town, exploring the very foundation of the terror that will haunt Derry for generations to come. As the line between myth and reality begins to blur, the residents must face the horror that has terrorized their past—and will one day consume their future.
Episode 1 – SynopsisIn the premiere (titled “The Pilot”),
The town of Derry in 1962 is already caught in the shadow of something terrible. Four young friends—Teddy, Phil, Lilly and Ronnie—are reeling after their classmate’s sudden disappearance and vow to figure out why so many kids have gone missing (and why each of them is experiencing strange phenomena). At the same time, Major Leroy Hanlon arrives at Derry Air Force Base and faces a chilly reception among his fellow airmen, which hints that the horror affecting the town may connect with deeper, hidden forces. The episode ends with a chilling twist, setting the tone for the series: secrets in Derry run deep and the killers may be more than human