Welcome to Derry Episode 3 — Release Time, Characters and Plot

What to Expect from Welcome to Derry Episode 3’s Story and Characters

The horror continues in IT: Welcome to Derry as Episode 3 arrives this Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and HBO Max.
For fans tuning in worldwide, the new episode will stream at 6:30 a.m. IST (India), 2 a.m. in the U.K., and 10 p.m. in Brazil.

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Like every week, new episodes drop every Sunday through December 14, promising more terror from the world of Stephen King’s chilling universe.

Full Release Schedule

Here’s when each episode of IT: Welcome to Derry airs on HBO and HBO Max:

• Episode 1: October 26

• Episode 2: October 31

• Episode 3: November 9

• Episode 4: November 16

• Episode 5: November 23

• Episode 6: November 30

• Episode 7: December 7

• Episode 8: December 14

The show’s slow-burn rollout lets fans savor the mystery each week while the tension builds toward the finale.

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Cast and Main Characters

The chilling face of fear returns as Bill Skarsgård reprises his role as Pennywise, the shapeshifting clown who haunts Derry’s darkest corners.

He’s joined by a talented ensemble that includes Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, James Remar, and Madeleine Stowe, among others — each playing key roles in uncovering the town’s sinister past.

Setting and Storyline

The truth may kill you.

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Set in the 1960s, the prequel series dives deep into the twisted origins of Pennywise and the cursed town of Derry, Maine.
This version of Derry is filled with eerie charm — a quiet town masking secrets, disappearances, and unspeakable horrors that reemerge every 27 years.

IT: Welcome to Derry expands Stephen King’s terrifying universe, offering fans a look at how the evil began and how it has haunted generations of residents.
Each episode peels back another layer of fear, mystery, and history.

Season 2 Renewal — What We Know So Far

While HBO hasn’t officially renewed Season 2, the creators — including Andy Muschietti — have hinted that there’s more story to tell.

Early reactions and strong viewership numbers suggest that the prequel could easily expand into multiple seasons. Future installments may explore Pennywise’s deeper mythology and the haunting legacy of Derry itself.

Where to Watch

• US: Stream on HBO and HBO Max

• UK: Available via Sky Max and NowTV (Monday, November 10)

• India & Global: Stream on local regional services as per the listed local times

Whether you’re watching at night or catching up the next day, IT: Welcome to Derry promises a spine-tingling experience you won’t forget.