UPDATE: The highly anticipated premiere of HBO’s IT: Welcome to Derry has just aired, leaving fans reeling from a shocking twist that delivers Pennywise the clown’s highest-ever body count. In the first episode, titled “The Pilot,” viewers are thrust back to 1962, 27 years before the events of the original films, but the chilling legacy of terror continues.
This episode introduces a new cast, including young characters grappling with their own fears in the eerie town of Derry. The character Matty, portrayed as a troubled boy seeking refuge from his harsh reality, meets a gruesome fate almost immediately. After being kicked out of a theater showing The Music Man, Matty hitches a ride, believing he has found safety, only to encounter a nightmarish entity that quickly claims his life.
As the episode unfolds, a group of friends, including Lilly and Ronnie, seek answers about Matty’s disappearance, leading them to the theater where they hope to find clues. However, the tension skyrockets as the episode reaches its climax, culminating in a horrific scene that claims the lives of three main characters in a shocking display of gore.
In a chilling twist, the finale reveals a haunting image of Matty on the theater screen, his demeanor shifting from innocent confusion to a terrifying confrontation. The ensuing chaos leaves only Lilly and Ronnie alive, while the others are brutally attacked by the entity, with a heart-stopping moment showcasing Lilly bloodied and holding the dismembered hand of her friend Susie.
This shocking body count sets a grim tone for the series, emphasizing that in IT: Welcome to Derry, no character is safe. The rapid pace and unrelenting horror highlight the unpredictable nature of Pennywise, making the stakes feel higher than ever. The first episode serves as a gut-punch to fans, proving that the legacy of fear initiated by Stephen King’s original works is very much alive.
With the premiere leaving audiences in shock, viewers are left to ponder the fate of Lilly, Ronnie, and the rest of Derry’s children as the series progresses. As the chilling narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that the series has elevated the horror genre, ensuring that every moment is filled with dread and uncertainty.
Fans are urged to brace themselves for what’s to come, as the series promises to delve deeper into the dark history of Derry and the terrifying presence of Pennywise. With the stakes set exceedingly high, the chilling atmosphere of IT: Welcome to Derry will likely keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
Stay tuned for more updates as the series continues to unfold, revealing new layers of horror and human vulnerability in the face of unimaginable terror.
