The red balloon. Even now, the image sends a chill down your spine, doesn’t it? You’re not alone; Pennywise has haunted generations since Stephen King unleashed him on the world. But with movies and a new series, how do you make sense of the timeline?
How to Watch It: Movies and TV Shows by Release Date
Remember the anticipation leading up to the 2017 film? The buzz was electric, and a whole new audience was introduced to the terror of Pennywise. If you prefer to experience the story as it unfolded in cinemas and on screens, here’s the release date order:
- It: Chapter One – September 8, 2017
- It: Chapter Two – September 6, 2019
- It: Welcome to Derry – October 26, 2025
It: Part One
Andy Muschietti’s 2017 adaptation of It Part One landed with a cultural impact. It wasn’t just a horror film; it was a coming-of-age story wrapped in a terrifying package. The film masterfully portrayed the town of Derry as deceptively serene, a facade concealing a sinister undercurrent, a disturbing secret about the town.
The story opens with Georgie Denbrough’s tragic death. His older brother Bill and his friends become targets of Pennywise, each grappling with personal demons that the clown exploits. Pennywise is like a predator honing in on weakness, thriving on fear to feed. But the kids aren’t passive victims. They band together, revealing that the child disappearances happen every 27 years, because Pennywise is no mere ghost, but an ancient entity.
It: Part Two
27 years later, the horror returns. Except for Mike Hanlon, the Losers Club had all fled Derry, their memories fading as though Derry was a bad dream. Mike calls them back when Adrian Mellon is killed. Only Stanley doesn’t return, unable to face the terror again. He takes his own life. With the Losers reunited, each member confronts the trauma of their childhood, now determined to end Pennywise forever.
It: Welcome to Derry
It: Welcome to Derry offers a richer exploration of Pennywise, a story of new generations confronting the ancient evil. The level of graphic content elevates the series beyond the films. Welcome to Derry exposes the origin of the curse that has made Derry a cursed town.
The series doesn’t only depict another group of kids battling Pennywise; it digs deep into the roots of the horror.
How to Watch It: Movies and Television Shows in Chronological Order
Maybe you are interested in watching the story from the beginning. I get it. You want to understand the full history of Pennywise and Derry. Here is the chronological watch order, starting with It: Welcome to Derry:
- It: Welcome to Derry
- It: Chapter One
- It: Chapter Two
Where does IT: Welcome To Derry Fit in the timeline?
IT: Welcome To Derry is set in the 1960s, before the events of the It films, serving as a prequel that explores the origins of Pennywise and the haunting history of the town. The series enriches the storyline by laying the foundation for the terrors seen in the movies, providing viewers with more context about the evil that terrorizes Derry. It shows earlier awakenings of Pennywise the Clown, expanding the story.
Where to Watch the It Movies and TV Show?
It (2017) and It: Chapter Two (2019) can be found on Max (formerly HBO Max) and are available for rent or purchase on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, and Vudu (€3-4 EUR rental, €10-15 EUR purchase). Welcome to Derry will premiere on Max; a subscription costs about €15-20 EUR per month, depending on the plan.
With so many ways to watch, which order will you choose, and how will it shape your experience with Pennywise?