Archive · 29 Oct 2025
‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ Series Garners Praise, Some Criticism Online
A new scary show called 'IT: Welcome to Derry' just came out, and people are talking about it online.
It's a prequel, meaning it happens before the 'It' movies and shows where the creepy clown Pennywise came from.
Many people think the new show is even scarier than the movies and has amazing pictures.
Some even see similarities to shows like 'American Horror Stories' and 'Stranger Things'.
They like seeing Pennywise return.
However, not everyone is happy.
Some viewers found the pictures not so good and felt the story was disappointing.
They think it repeats old scares without adding new ideas or interesting characters.
The show also tries to talk about racism in the past.
Even with mixed feelings, the creators are planning two more seasons that will go even further back in time.
The new horror series ‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ has been met with a strong reaction online, with many viewers calling it 'scarier than the movies'.
Positive reviews praise the series' horror elements, visuals, and cinematography, noting its connection to the popular 'It' franchise.
Some viewers compare the series to 'American Horror Stories' and 'Stranger Things', and appreciate the return of Pennywise.
However, some critics found the visuals 'horrendous' and felt the series lacked suspense and character depth, rehashing familiar terror.
The series is set to release episodes weekly, with plans for two additional prequel seasons that will delve further back in time.
- Who
- Viewers and critics
- What
- Reaction to the first episode of the new horror series 'IT: Welcome to Derry'
- When
- Following the release of the first episode
- Where
- Online platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Rotten Tomatoes
- Why
- To share opinions on the series' scariness, visuals, and storytelling
Positive Reception
Negative Reception
Scare Factor
Positive Reception
The series is considered 'scarier than the movies' and is a treat for fans of the franchise.
Negative Reception
The series disappoints by rehashing familiar terror with a lack of suspense.
Visuals and Cinematography
Positive Reception
The visuals are described as amazing, top-tier, and filled with symbolism.
Negative Reception
The visuals are called 'horrendous,' and some viewers would prefer to rewatch the original 'It'.
Storytelling and Character Depth
Positive Reception
The first episode is considered 'better than expected' and leaves viewers in disbelief.
Negative Reception
The series grapples with racism but ultimately fails to deliver a fresh take, lacking character depth.
- Series Title
- IT: Welcome to Derry
- Genre
- Horror
- Setting
- 1960s Maine (primarily)
- Protagonist/Antagonist
- Pennywise the clown
- Current Status
- First episode released, Season finale scheduled for December 2025
- Renewal
- Two more prequel seasons planned