August 20, 2026, 3:58 pm | Read time: 2 minutes
The horror clown from Stephen King’s universe isn’t leaving screens anytime soon. HBO is continuing the successful series “IT: Welcome to Derry” with a second season.
HBO has officially greenlit a second season of “IT: Welcome to Derry.” The horror series expands the world of Stephen King’s novel “IT” and serves as a prequel to the successful films. For fans, this means a return to the fictional small town of Derry, where mysterious and threatening events have been occurring for decades.
The project is once again helmed by the team of Andy and Barbara Muschietti. The duo was already responsible for the “IT” films and will also oversee the continuation of the series. Brad Caleb Kane is set to take on the role of showrunner for the new season, guiding the creative direction and advancing the story.
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The Prequel to Stephen King’s Cult Novel
“IT: Welcome to Derry” is set in the same universe as King’s famous horror novel. The focus is on the town of Derry, whose history is closely linked to the appearance of Pennywise. The series highlights events that take place before the well-known films, significantly expanding the story’s background.
The first season consists of eight episodes and is currently available on HBO Max. By focusing on the town’s past and its dark secrets, the production creates additional connections to the literary source and the films, which have reached a global audience of millions.
Success Makes a Sequel Possible
The continuation of the series comes as no surprise. According to Warner Bros. Discovery, “IT: Welcome to Derry” has been among the four most successful series premieres in HBO Max’s history worldwide since its debut. The strong response was likely a key factor in the quick order of additional episodes.
Specific details about the plot of the second season are not yet available. Neither a premiere date nor information about potential returning cast members has been released. However, it is certain that the story in Derry will continue and that Pennywise will remain a central figure in Stephen King’s horror universe.