HBO confirms second season of ‘It: Welcome to Derry,’ will explore 1930s origins

HBO is deepening its dive into the terrifying world of Stephen King with a confirmed second season of ‘It: Welcome to Derry.’ This new installment promises to peel back more layers of the town's dark history, venturing further back in time to 1935.

The upcoming season will be set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, a period of economic hardship that will reportedly fuel the horror. The narrative will follow the Bradley gang, a group of bank robbers whose pursuit of ammunition leads them into the clutches of a macabre force in Derry. This setting is expected to amplify the existing dread and violence associated with the town.

Adding to the anticipation, Bill Skarsgård is set to reprise his iconic role as Pennywise the Dancing Clown. His return aims to further explore the creature's true nature and its historical presence in Derry, delving into the origins of Bob Gray. The series is being developed with a three-season plan, with each season set 27 years prior to the last, suggesting a comprehensive exploration of the entity's terrifying legacy.