HBO Max’s thrilling new series IT: Welcome to Derry continues to captivate audiences as Episode 3, titled Now You See It, is set to premiere on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 9 p.m.
Set in 1962 in the cursed town of Derry, Maine, this prequel to Stephen King’s IT explores the origins of the town’s evil and the infamous entity, Pennywise the Dancing Clown. The series builds on eerie supernatural elements intertwined with psychological terror in true Stephen King style.
This episode delves deeper into Derry’s haunting mysteries, following ordinary townspeople experiencing strange phenomena, disturbing visions, and unexplained disappearances. It marks a pivotal moment as events draw the town closer to awakening Pennywise.
Episode 3 introduces a complex subplot focusing on Major Leroy Hanlon, a military officer stationed at the local U.S. base, adding new layers to the unfolding horror.
“IT: Welcome to Derry expands on the mythology of ‘Pennywise’ and the origins of the town’s evil.”
“Set in the cursed town of Derry, Maine, this episode promises to dive deeper into the haunting mysteries that have begun to surface, blending psychological terror with the supernatural in classic Stephen King fashion.”
IT: Welcome to Derry is a prequel series that expands the backstory leading to the events depicted in the original IT films directed by Andy Muschietti.
This episode deepens the chilling atmosphere of Derry, intensifying the supernatural suspense and setting the stage for Pennywise’s eventual emergence.