Stephen Kingof it This is not just a horror novel about a supernatural, shape-shifting clown. Beneath the layers of terror lie real-world fears, traumas and dark histories.
King’s masterful novel divides horror between the familiar Pennywise the Clown and the real horrors of history, prejudice and cyclical fear.
The upcoming HBO Max series, IT: Welcome to Delhi, Dive into those murky waters to uncover Derry’s sinister past and explore an early encounter with it that’s as haunting as anything in the original story.
This highly anticipated prequel series promises to bring some of the most unforgettable moments to life. itKing’s novel, an “interlude” interspersed with the horrors of Pennywise and the Losers’ Club.
One of the most memorable stories is told by Mike Hanlon’s father, Will Hanlon, who kept the story hidden until his final days. exist itIn the second episode, Mike visits his father in the hospital and listens to his father recount the tragic chapter of his youth.
A few years ago, Will Hanlon and his Air Force buddies founded a nightclub called black spots, During the era of segregation and entrenched racism, it was a haven for black patrons.
One night, the violent supremacist group Maine’s Legion of White Decency burns the club to the ground, killing many innocent people. When the Legion sets fire, something more sinister lurks in the flames…it It takes the shape of a giant bird itself, seizing its victims in fiery chaos.
This grim story of the Black Spot Burning is not just a look back at Derry’s horrific past; IT: Welcome to Delhi.
The nine-episode series is presented by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschiettiand it chapter two scribe Jason Foxwill delve into the origins of the Reign of Terror in Delhi.
as entertainment weekly Exclusive first look report, IT: Welcome to Delhi An attempt to pay homage to these dark interludes, allowing the character of Mike Hanlon to uncover more of Derry’s haunting past, as well as the origins of the terrifying clowns who return every 27 years to prey on the town’s children.
Andy and Barbara said: “The characters and events in the book are so rich that we felt we would do justice to the book and the fans by returning to this world.
“Specifically, we’re telling the story of these episodes, which Mike Hanlon wrote based on his research, which included his interviews with the town’s elderly people. In welcome to delhiwe touch on common themes talked about in movies—friendship, loss, the power of unifying faith—but the story also focuses on using fear as a weapon, which is also relevant to our times.
The Muschiettis promise welcome to delhi will touch on familiar themes of friendship, loss and the power of faith, while exploring a timely and terrifying subject – fear used as a weapon.
The Black Spot tragedy originally took place in the 1930s, but the new show shifts the timeline to 1962, staying within the revised timeline in Muschietti’s film.
This change set the stage for Pennywise’s 27-year terror cycle, which was rooted in the Cold War era, a period much like the 1930s, filled with real-world fears, prejudices, and uncertainties.
“Twenty-seven years was Pennywise’s dormant period,” Muschietti said. “It was a different part of American history, and children and adults alike developed a new set of fears about the costs of the Cold War.
“Our baseline is 1962, but we’ll jump forward… Every 27 years, when it comes, its cycle will be marked by two catastrophic events, one at the beginning and one at the end. We Consider the Black Spot as an event around which many stories revolve.
Jovan Adepo (Babylon, 3 body issues) and Tyler Page (“Beverly Hills Cop 4” Zola) leads an impressive cast, which also sees Bill Skarsgård Returning as Pennywise.
The report hints at a deeper connection to the Hanlon family, suggesting Adepo could play a young Will Hanlon, while Page could play his future wife Jessica, although the Muschietti family is still tight-lipped about the specifics. Confidentiality.
teased: “We don’t want to spoil too much, but we will say that the Hanlon family is involved.”
For King fans and horror lovers, IT: Welcome to Delhi The film takes you through Derry’s dark alleys and horrific history, revealing the origins of the evil that has plagued the town for centuries.
The Muschiettis emphasized that the show will explore Pennywise’s origins, but with a unique sense of mystery that mirrors King’s approach.
Said: “We’ll explore Pennywise’s origins, but just like in the books, we’ll do it with a healthy dose of mysticism.”
T: Welcome to Delhi It will premiere on HBO in 2025 and will be available on Max.
Andy directed four of the nine episodes, including the premiere.
