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Hamilton Spectator
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Can you spot the Ontario locations in HBO's new trailer ‘IT: Welcome to Derry'?
Fans are inching closer to seeing the new IT series on HBO featuring the menacing clown that has plagued children's nightmares for years. HBO dropped the second official teaser trailer over the weekend showing even more locations that many in Ontario might recognize. The upcoming HBO original series, 'IT: Welcome to Derry' is based off Stephen King's 1986 novel called 'IT' and is supposed to be a prequel to the popular 'IT' films, according to Warner brothers in a news release. The new teaser shows a family who moved to a sleepy little town called Derry, and a group of children investigating the strange things going on in the tiny community. The new trailer shows the iconic red balloon although not much was shown of Pennywise. The series that is scheduled to premiere in October will see Bill Skarsgard reprise his role as the notorious evil clown. Filming for the 'IT' prequel began in 2023 in a number of locations in Canada including some spots in Toronto and Port Hope, according to reports by TV Guide. Some shots were also filmed in a school in Hamilton. Some scenes were shot in some residential areas in Toronto. Most of the filming was done in Toronto. The city's residential areas served as the stand in for the mysterious town of Derry. Scenes from the teaser released by HBO showing a road in Port Hope. The teaser also shows some of the young characters biking in the middle of the road that viewers might recognize as the Ontario town of Port Hope. Actors in the film production of 'Welcome to Derry' run through some rehearsals on Walton Street in Port Hope. In April 2024, Downtown Port Hope seemed to have been transported back to the 60s when filming crews filled Walton Street with vintage cars. Some interior and exterior scenes were shot at private businesses in the area. Other scenes were also reportedly shot in some parts of Hamilton. Derry High School as shown in the teaser. In early 2024, the show's cast and crew were spotted filming some scenes in the former Delta Secondary School. The latter is the stand in for the local Derry high school in the show. 'Welcome to Derry' at Delta Hamilton Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
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
Business Upturn
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
IT: Welcome to Derry – Release date, cast, plot and everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on June 8, 2025, 18:39 IST Last updated June 8, 2025, 18:58 IST The terrifying world of Stephen King's IT is expanding with IT: Welcome to Derry , an upcoming HBO series that dives into the sinister origins of Pennywise the Dancing Clown. Set as a prequel to the blockbuster films IT (2017) and IT Chapter Two (2019), this series promises to unravel the chilling history of Derry, Maine, and its most infamous resident. Here's everything we know so far about IT: Welcome to Derry , including release date speculation, cast details, plot insights, and more. Release Date Speculation for IT: Welcome to Derry IT: Welcome to Derry is slated to premiere in fall 2025 on HBO and Max, though an exact release date remains unconfirmed. Initially, the series was targeted for a Halloween 2024 debut, but delays caused by the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes pushed production back, shifting the release to 2025. Recent updates suggest a potential October 2025 premiere, aligning with the spooky season, which would be fitting for a horror series of this caliber. Production wrapped in August 2024, and with post-production underway, fans can expect more precise details closer to the release. Cast of IT: Welcome to Derry The series boasts a talented ensemble, blending new faces with a familiar terror. Here's a breakdown of the confirmed cast: Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise : The standout star of the IT films returns to reprise his iconic role as the shape-shifting demon clown. Skarsgård, who initially expressed hesitation about returning due to the role's intensity, will also serve as an executive producer, ensuring continuity with the films. His chilling performance is a major draw for fans. Main Cast : Taylour Paige ( Zola , Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F ): A lead role, though character details remain undisclosed. Jovan Adepo ( 3 Body Problem , The Leftovers ): Expected to play a pivotal role, possibly tied to the Hanlon family, given references to Will Hanlon in some sources. Chris Chalk ( Gotham , Perry Mason ): Another series regular, adding depth to the ensemble. James Remar ( Dexter , Black Lightning ): Known for intense roles, his character is yet to be revealed. Stephen trasferimento ( Daredevil ): Joins as a series regular, bringing his dramatic chops to Derry's horrors. Plot Details for IT: Welcome to Derry IT: Welcome to Derry is set in 1962, 27 years before the events of IT (2017), aligning with Pennywise's cyclical awakening every 27 years. The series draws inspiration from the 'interludes' in Stephen King's IT novel, which detail Mike Hanlon's research into Derry's dark history through interviews with older residents. These interludes chronicle catastrophic events tied to Pennywise's reign, such as the burning of the Black Spot, a nightclub for Black residents, which serves as a central event in Season 1. Where to Watch IT: Welcome to Derry IT: Welcome to Derry will premiere on HBO and stream exclusively on Max in the United States. In the UK, it's expected to air on Sky and NOW, consistent with HBO's distribution patterns. A Max subscription will be required to stream the series, which will drop its nine episodes weekly starting in fall 2025. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Hamilton Spectator
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Ontario locations spotted in new teaser for HBO's ‘IT' prequel, ‘Welcome to Derry'
Pennywise is back and he's terrorizing a town that might look familiar to some in Ontario. HBO just dropped the new teaser for the series based on Stephen King's novel 'IT' novel, published in 1986. 'IT: Welcome to Derry' is a prequel to the 'IT' films, Warner Brothers said in a news release. The trailer shows a family that just moved to a quiet little town who will soon discover the horror that hides behind its peaceful façade. It also shows a group of children investigating the strange things happening in the town 'where it all began' according to a cut scene. The series is reportedly set in the '60s and will give fans a look into the origins of Pennywise. 'IT: Welcome to Derry' is scheduled to premiere on HBO by fall of 2025. IT:WelcometoDerry official teaser Filming for the 'IT' prequel began in 2023 in a number of locations in Canada including some spots in Toronto and Port Hope, according to reports by TV Guide. Some shots were also filmed in a school in Hamilton. Scenes from the new teaser released by HBO this week. Most of the filming was done in Toronto. The city's residential areas served as the stand in for the mysterious town of Derry. Scenes from the new teaser released by HBO this week showing a road in Port Hope. The teaser also shows some of the young characters biking in the middle of the road that viewers might recognize as the Ontario town of Port Hope. Actors in the film production of 'Welcome to Derry' run through some rehearsals on Walton Street in Port Hope. In April 2024, Downtown Port Hope seemed to have been transported back to the 60s when filming crews filled Walton Street with vintage cars. Some interior and exterior scenes were shot at private businesses in the area. Other scenes were also reportedly shot in some parts of Hamilton. Derry High School as shown in the teaser. In early 2024, the show's cast and crew were spotted filming some scenes in the former Delta Secondary School. The latter is the stand in for the local Derry high school in the show. 'Welcome to Derry' returned to Hamilton to film at the former Delta Secondary School after going into hiatus due to the strikes by Hollywood actors and writers last year. 'Fairview' is the show's false flag. The show is a prequel to 'IT,' the Stephen King horror tale.
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.
