The prequel series It: Welcome to Derry premieres on HBO this Sunday (October 26), and the first reviews should pique the interest of fans of the It novel and movies. This latest show, inspired by the writings of Stephen King, offers an expansion on the lore of the fictional Maine town and its cosmic villain, best known for its incarnation as Pennywise the Clown. The initial reviews claim the horror series is worth watching, but its scares and structure are mixed in their quality.

Here’s what critics are saying about It: Welcome to Derry :

Is this a must-see TV show for It fans?

It: Welcome to Derry is a total monster mash that should satisfy hungry horror fans.

— Chris Evangelista, Slashfilm

Ramping up the intensity, It: Welcome To Derry can best be describ

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