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HBO Redesigns 'Welcome to Derry' Poster After Twist Premiere, Sets Early Halloween Release for Episode 2

Marketing pivots to capitalize on the premiere’s surprise, with Episode 2 arriving early for Halloween.

Overview

  • The eight-episode IT prequel debuted October 26 on HBO and Max, with weekly installments running through December 14.
  • Episode 2 will stream early on Max at 12 a.m. PT/3 a.m. ET on October 31, before airing on HBO November 2 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.
  • HBO updated the series poster after the opener to spotlight the young ensemble that will anchor the season’s storyline.
  • Bill Skarsgård returns as Pennywise, though outlets note his episode count has not been confirmed.
  • Set in 1962, the show broadens Stephen King’s lore under executive producers Andy and Barbara Muschietti, weaving period touches like a nod to Earth vs. Flying Saucers tied to King’s own memories.