Get ready to face your fears all over again – Pennywise is back, and he’s hungrier than ever. Bill Skarsgård’s iconic portrayal of Stephen King’s bloodthirsty clown is returning to the screen in the highly anticipated second half of IT: Welcome to Derry, and we’ve got an exclusive sneak peek to tide you over until then. But here’s where it gets chilling: this isn’t just a rehash of old terrors. Welcome to Derry serves as a prequel, diving deeper into the dark history of Derry, Maine, long before the events of the 2017 film IT: Chapter One. And this is the part most people miss – the series is rooted in Mike Hanlon’s interludes from King’s 1986 novel, exploring the town’s ‘catastrophic events’ across different decades. Set in 1962, the first season lays the groundwork for the horrors to come, with director Andy Muschietti at the helm for multiple episodes. But don’t think you’ve seen it all – the midseason trailer hints that the worst nightmares are still ahead. Speaking of nightmares, did you know it’s been 35 years since Tim Curry first brought Pennywise to life on the small screen, haunting an entire generation? Skarsgård’s take on the character has already left an indelible mark, but Welcome to Derry promises to peel back even more layers of this terrifying entity. Controversial question: Can any adaptation truly capture the depth of King’s original vision, or is Pennywise best left to our imaginations? Mark your calendars: the next four episodes drop on HBO Max starting this Sunday night, with the season finale premiering on December 14. But first, prepare to revisit the infamous house on Neibolt Street on November 23. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a newcomer to the world of IT, one thing’s for sure – Pennywise isn’t done with you yet. What’s your take? Are you excited for this deep dive into Derry’s past, or do you think some horrors are better left buried? Let us know in the comments!