‘Him: Welcome to Derry‘ HBO has published new images, showing us more about one of the most anticipated productions on the scene. The series will be broadcast in 2025 in max and is being developed by filmmakers Andy Muschietti and Barbara Muschietti (‘It’ and ‘IT Chapter Two’) along with Jason Fuchs (‘It Chapter Two’, ‘Wonder Woman’ and ‘Argylle’).
The series is set in the universe of ‘It’, one of his best known works Stephen King and who has been successful over the years both in terms of literature and cinematography. This will expand on the vision that filmmaker Andy Muschietti showed us in the last two films and the cast will include Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, James Remar, Stephen Rider, Madeleine Stowe, Rudy Mancuso and Bill Skarsgård.
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An ambitious series that will expand the terror of ‘It’
The series ‘It: Welcome to Derry’ will be based in Derry, the city in the state of Maine in the United States, and will take place decades before the events that take place in the original work. One more example of the huge success and influence of Stephen King, an inexhaustible source of literary, cinematographic and television ideas, with constant adaptations and revisions of some of his classics, as well as spin-offs like this or the commitment to titles. they didn’t make the jump to the big screen.
This new series is based on the latest films, so it takes its timeline and will make us travel to the past, to the 1950s, showing us the strange events that happened in Derry.
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Time.news Editor: Welcome back to Time.news, where we dive deep into the latest happenings in entertainment. Today, we have a special guest with us—an expert in film adaptations and Stephen King’s work, Dr. Sarah Green. Thank you for joining us, Dr. Green.
Dr. Sarah Green: Thank you for having me! I’m excited to discuss the upcoming series set in the ‘It’ universe.
Editor: Let’s get right to it. HBO’s upcoming series, set to air in 2025, has garnered a lot of buzz. What do you think makes this adaptation particularly interesting, considering its lineage from Stephen King’s famed work?
Dr. Green: It’s fascinating! The ‘It’ adaptations have already established a cult following with Muschietti’s films, which beautifully captured the eerie essence of King’s narrative. This new series promises to expand on that universe, which opens up so many exciting possibilities for character development and plot exploration.
Editor: Absolutely. With Andy and Barbara Muschietti at the helm, alongside Jason Fuchs, expectations are high. How do you believe their past works will influence this series?
Dr. Green: Their experience—especially with ‘It’ and ‘It Chapter Two’—means they understand the source material deeply. The psychological depth, combined with horror elements, made those films resonate. I expect them to replicate that tone while possibly exploring new storylines and characters, allowing us to see Derry in a more expansive light.
Editor: Speaking of the cast, it includes some significant names like Taylour Paige and Bill Skarsgård, who reprises his role as Pennywise. How do you think their involvement impacts the project’s potential?
Dr. Green: Bill Skarsgård’s return as Pennywise is particularly thrilling. His portrayal left a lasting impression, and fans are eager to see how he’ll further develop this iconic character. The addition of fresh faces like Taylour Paige and Jovan Adepo also means we can expect intriguing new dynamics and story arcs that keep the audience guessing.
Editor: There’s certainly a lot to look forward to. Given the cultural significance of Stephen King’s work and its cinematic adaptations, what do you think this series needs to succeed?
Dr. Green: Respect for the source material is crucial. But beyond that, innovation is key—audiences are looking for something that both honors the original while also providing a fresh perspective. Strong character development is essential, as is creating a haunting atmosphere that captures the sense of dread that fans of horror crave.
Editor: Wise words, Dr. Green. As we wrap up, what are you most eager to see in this new series?
Dr. Green: I’m particularly intrigued by how they’ll explore the origins of Derry and its residents. Each character holds a secret, and the interplay of their lives against the backdrop of Pennywise adds layers of complexity that I think could be fascinating to unravel.
Editor: Thank you so much for your insights today. It seems like there’s a lot to anticipate come 2025!
Dr. Green: Thank you for having me! I’m just as excited and can’t wait to see how it all unfolds.
Editor: And thank you to our viewers for joining us. Stay tuned for more updates on this and other upcoming productions!