What time is It: Welcome to Derry Episode 1 out?

“It: Welcome to Derry” continues the story from the two previous films directed by Andy Muschietti, and Bill Skarsgard is back as the terrifying clown, Pennywise. Here’s when the first episode will be available to watch.

This HBO series takes place in 1962 and explores the decades-long history of Pennywise, the terrifying creature haunting the town of Derry. It will also reveal the origins of the clown itself. The cast includes Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, Taylour Paige, and James Remar, known for his role in the show Dexter.

The first episode of ‘Welcome to Derry’ starts with a group of kids realizing they’re being hunted by something terrifying. Our review highlighted that the show is well worth watching because it expands on the history of Derry and its infamous clown, and doesn’t shy away from intense, shocking violence.

The first season introduces the children as they uncover the truth about ‘It,’ and delves into parts of the story that were only suggested in Stephen King’s book. Here’s when you can watch the first episode, ‘Welcome to Derry’.

It: Welcome to Derry Episode 1 arrives on October 26

The first episode of ‘It: Welcome to Derry’ will be available to stream on HBO Max at 6pm Pacific Time / 9pm Eastern Time on Sunday, October 26th. Viewers outside the US will need to stay up late or wait until the next day to watch, and be careful to avoid spoilers! The season is full of surprises, so horror fans should be prepared for plenty of twists and turns.

Here’s what time it airs at in other timezones.

  • 10pm Brazil
  • 2am UK
  • 3am Central European Summer Time
  • 4am Eastern European Summer Time
  • 6.30am India
  • 11am Australia
  • 1pm New Zealand

Viewers in the UK can watch the first episode of ‘It: Welcome to Derry’ live on Sky Max and NowTV. It will also be shown again at 9pm on Monday, October 27th.

How many episodes are there in It: Welcome to Derry Season 1 ?

Season 1 will have eight episodes and introduce important characters for the upcoming ‘It’ movies. This includes the Hanlon family, one of whose descendants, Mike, will become a member of the Loser’s Club.

Horror fans will recognize Dick Hallorann, played by Chris Chalk, as a character who also appears in Stephen King’s ‘The Shining’ and ‘Doctor Sleep’.

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2025-10-24 13:49