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Hype Malaysia
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Movie Tea: Bill Skarsgård Dons Clown Make-Up Again For 'IT: Welcome To Derry'; 'Five Nights At Freddy's 2' Trailer Drops
Brace yourself, horror fans! 2025 is not going out with a whimper but a spine-chilling scare, as the biggest names in the genre are making a terrifying comeback. From the return of the sinister dancing clown terrorising streaming platforms, to animatronics looking for a fresh bite out of their victims – here's the latest news on horror titles coming out later this year. Andy & Barbara Muschietti, Bill Skarsgård Return To Derry With New 'IT' Series Even after its defeat on the big screen, the horrifying alien clown still finds its way to terrorise the people of Derry. We once again revisit the horrifying world of Stephen King with a brand new series called 'IT: Welcome to Derry', which made its trailer debut during San Diego Comic-Con. 'IT: Welcome To Derry' is obviously a prequel series, exploring the early telltale signs of Pennywise lingering about in the small town. It once again follows a rag-tag group of kids trying to unravel the mystery of the malevolent beast, but what makes it differ from the movies or the original ABC miniseries is that other adults are also aware of the clown's presence. You can choose to write off this spin-off, as the original story is already done and dusted following the two-part movie that happened in 2017 and 2019, but there is still plenty of juicy info for you to be excited about with this series. First and foremost, the director and producer of the beloved duology, siblings Andy and Barbara Muschietti, respectively, are the masterminds behind the series. The two are joined by Jason Fuchs and the three serve as the series developers as well as its executive producers. In even more exciting news, it has been confirmed that Bill Skarsgård will reprise his iconic role as Pennywise the Dancing Clown. Though the Swedish actor has softly retired from the iconic character, as well as from monster roles as a whole, he has come back simply because the Muschiettis are the ones steering the direction of the series. 'I felt like I was done with it, in a way. It was also because I was shooting this ['Nosferatu'], I was doing Orlock, and, to me, it just felt like, 'This is the nail in the coffin of my monster roles,'' Skarsgård said. 'So I did feel I was kind of over it and wanted to do different things. Of course, the Pennywise thing as well, I've been quite defined by it. I was like, 'That's 26-year-old me. 'I'm not still a young man.'' 'Then things changed. Barbara and Andy, the Muschiettis, are doing it. I love them. They're very close friends. Family, even. I'm the godfather of his son. So, I love them, and that was, 'Alright, let's bring him back.'' Skarsgård will be joining the real heroes of the story, which include Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, James Remar, Stephen Rider, Madeleine Stowe, and Rudy Mancuso. It has been confirmed that the story will be set in the 1960s, but has a possibility to move back to 1935 or even 1908. Andy Muschietti explained that there is a reason as to why the story will move backwards – but refuses to elaborate further to avoid spoilers. We'll perhaps see more of it when it releases this coming October on HBO Max. Animatronic Rampages Outside Restaurant In 'Five Nights At Freddy's 2' Trailer 2023 was the peak of video game movies, where big titles finally debuted on the big screen that didn't end up as commercial and critical failures — for once, people were enjoying quality adaptations of famous franchises that they only used to play. However, in some odd way, you can argue that we are still living in that era, as 'Five Nights at Freddy's' is back with a follow-up. Blumhouse is once again taking another crack at Scott Cawthon's legendary game series with the sequel, 'Five Nights at Freddy's 2'. The trailer showcases some familiar faces, some in person, some in CG, as it further elaborates on the series' convoluted yet equally interesting lore. The sneak peek showcases the two lead characters, Josh Hutcherson's Mike and Elizabeth Lail's Vanessa, still recovering from the events of the first movie and trying their best to adjust to a normal life. However, Mike's little sister, Piper Rubio's Abby, is still having difficulties letting go of her animatronic friends. She is still grappling with the loss of her 'friends' when she receives a mysterious message from them, inviting her to go look for and save them. This kicks off another horrifying adventure that might see the return of Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, and Foxy, for better or worse. This film also showcases the titular robots out and about from their usual restaurant stomping grounds. It has been confirmed that Emma Tammi will return to the director's chair, which essentially guarantees that we'll see a bunch of FNAF Easter eggs, much like the first film did. Alongside the aforementioned trio of cast members, this entry will feature some brand new faces, such as Mckenna Grace, Wayne Knight, Freddy Carter, and Skeet Ulrich. Naturally, being the big bad of the entire franchise, Matthew Lillard has been confirmed to reprise his role as William Afton. If you're familiar with the games, you should already be familiar with the story by now. If you're not but would still like to avoid spoilers, you'll have to sit tight and wait for the film's full release later this year on 5th December. Sources: USA Today, Comic Book Movie, Empire
India Today
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
IT Welocome to Derry trailer: Fear of Pennywise strikes back
The prequel to Andy Muschietti's supernatural horror franchise, It, is all set to recreate the conjuring saga of Pennywise, the Dancing Clown. The trailer of IT: Welcome to Derry was released, which is based on Stephen King's classic novel It (1986). The trailer once again brings back the terrifying mysteries in the backdrop of 1962 as it navigates the story of missing trailer opens with a kid stranded amid snowfall in the night. A car approaches them to offer a ride home. The child responds by saying, "Anywhere but Derry." The video then shows a series of shocking events in 1962 where children from the town go missing. The story then hints at connecting the past with the present as Pennywise emerges 27 years younger and hungrier while the kids run to save their lives. Ignorant adults, a gang of kids on bikes to strange faces creepily staring from windows to the disappearance of children, the events remind of the terror of Pennywise. At the end of the trailer, a caped, scary character in a dark tunnel is revealed as everyone screams for show has a '60s vibe to it as it introduces many unnamed new characters, featuring Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, James Remar, Stephen Rider, Madeleine Stowe and Rudy Mancuso. The miniseries about child disappearances is developed by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti and Jason Fuchs. It is co-produced by New Line Cinema, Warner Bros Television and Double It (2017), directed by Muschietti had screenplay by Chase Palmer, Cary Fukunaga and Gary Dauberman. The film was jointly produced by New Line Cinema, Lin Pictures, Vertigo Entertainment and KatzSmith Productions. The sequel It Chapter Two (2019) was also directed by Muschietti with screenplay by Gary Welcome To Derry debuts on the newly renamed/reverted HBO Max — and presumably Sky in the UK, later in 2025.
Daily Mirror
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Iconic actor seen on rare outing with carer 13 years after suffering a stroke
Iconic actor Tim Curry was helped on a rare outing in Los Angeles 13 years on from the Hollywood actor's stroke that left him partially paralysed down one side Iconic actor Tim Curry has been spotted on a rare outing in Los Angeles. It comes 13 years after the 79-year-old star suffered a major stroke. Tim was seen wearing a red sweater and black trousers with a bright pair of red trainers. He also wore a pair of black sunglasses. The actor was being pushed in his wheelchair by a helper on the outing. In 2012, the Hollywood star was left partially paralysed down one side after suffering a stroke at his Los Angeles home. The medical incident also affected his speech. Since the devastating scare, Tim has stepped away from his acting career and remained largely out of the public eye. Prior to his stroke, Tim had enjoyed a successful acting career. His fame grew tremendously when he took on the role of Dr Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He also played the part of Wadsworth the butler in the cult classic Clue before playing Pennywise the Dancing Clown in adaptation of Stephen King's It in 1990. His last role came last year, which marked his first feature film role in 14 yeas. He played a part in the horror movie called Stream. He has also had a number of voice acting roles as he kept involved in the industry. Despite not being in the public eye much recently, the actor has engaged in some interviews and virtual events. Speaking in 2015 as he was honoured with The Actors Fund Lifetime Achievement Award at the Tony Awards, he joked about the fund assisting funeral cost. He said: 'I've done a few benefits for the Actors Fund and I think it's a marvellous organisation. I hope not to have to use it.' Speaking prior to the event at the time about receiving the award for his stage work, he said: 'It means that it just sort of solidifies the kind of work the American acting community has given me for years now. 'It's very gracious of them, I think. I was thrilled when they told me and I am thrilled now.' Tim has an autobiography set to hit the shelves later this year. Advertising the book, which is titled Vagabond, on Instagram, has fans couldn't contain their excitement over the project. One user gushed: "So looking forward to reading this," while another said: "Can't wait to purchase it. Last time I got to see you and say hi was many years ago in the late 90's at the Hollywood farmers market when I gifted you a few jewelry pieces. "You always came by to say hi. Thank you for always being so kind wishing you the best and congratulations. Can't wait to read it. Best wishes." A third wrote: "So exciting," alongside a number of emojis include a flame image and a red love heart.
