HBO Confirms 'It: Welcome to Derry' Season 2, But When Will We Get It?
In a move that has left fans eagerly awaiting more of the macabre magic, HBO has seemingly put to rest speculation surrounding a potential second season of its popular series "It: Welcome to Derry." In a recent interview with Deadline, showrunner Casey Bloys made it clear that the network is indeed interested in revisiting the story of Derry, Maine.
According to Bloys, there's no need for HBO to worry about a sophomore season being stuck in limbo. Rather, the intention behind the radio silence was deliberate, as the creative team behind "It: Welcome to Derry" are hard at work conjuring up an idea worthy of another installment. Co-creator Andy Muschietti previously envisioned a three-season arc, with each subsequent season transporting the story further back in time.
The 1989 and 1962 timelines already established in the first season serve as a crucial foundation for this narrative shift. The introduction sequence, replete with nods to Derry's dark history, has been subtly reinforcing this notion throughout its run. It appears that HBO is prepared to greenlight another season once the Muschietti brothers have developed a compelling story to share.
While no official release date has been set, it seems clear that "It: Welcome to Derry" will receive another chance to terrify audiences. However, as Bloys so aptly put it, "we'll be there" when the time is right – provided the Muschietti brothers have a story worth telling.
In a move that has left fans eagerly awaiting more of the macabre magic, HBO has seemingly put to rest speculation surrounding a potential second season of its popular series "It: Welcome to Derry." In a recent interview with Deadline, showrunner Casey Bloys made it clear that the network is indeed interested in revisiting the story of Derry, Maine.
According to Bloys, there's no need for HBO to worry about a sophomore season being stuck in limbo. Rather, the intention behind the radio silence was deliberate, as the creative team behind "It: Welcome to Derry" are hard at work conjuring up an idea worthy of another installment. Co-creator Andy Muschietti previously envisioned a three-season arc, with each subsequent season transporting the story further back in time.
The 1989 and 1962 timelines already established in the first season serve as a crucial foundation for this narrative shift. The introduction sequence, replete with nods to Derry's dark history, has been subtly reinforcing this notion throughout its run. It appears that HBO is prepared to greenlight another season once the Muschietti brothers have developed a compelling story to share.
While no official release date has been set, it seems clear that "It: Welcome to Derry" will receive another chance to terrify audiences. However, as Bloys so aptly put it, "we'll be there" when the time is right – provided the Muschietti brothers have a story worth telling.
I'm literally screaming with excitement 
right now! A second season of It: Welcome to Derry can't come soon enough! The suspense has been killing me, but it sounds like HBO and the showrunners are working hard to make it happen. I love how Casey Bloys is keeping things under wraps until they're ready to unleash another terrifying installment 
. And let's be real, three seasons isn't too much to ask for, especially with those epic timelines 
1962 and 1989 are calling my name! Bring on the creepy atmosphere and jump scares 
! I mean, that show's got some serious dark vibes goin' on and I need more of it in my life 
. The fact that the creators are workin' hard on a new idea is all good – no rush, right? Three seasons, huh? That timeline thingy might just pay off 
. Can't wait to see where they take us next... hopefully it's gonna be even more terrifying than before 
so i think its awesome that HBO is giving us more of "It: Welcome to Derry". i mean, that show is already pretty freaky but if they can make it even scarier 
season 2 better be fire 
and not just a cash grab 
been waiting for this one for ages 
. Can you imagine going back to 1962? That would be wild! And yeah, a three-season arc makes sense, I think it's gonna be epic! The atmosphere in Derry is just so creepy 
I'm sure it'll be another few years before we see anything concrete and by then, most people will have moved on to something else... Mark my words 
I mean, HBO's just giving us a big ol' "we'll be there when it's ready" vibe and it's not exactly filling me with excitement. What's the hold up? Are they really gonna make us wait that long for another episode of Pennywise terrorizing kids in Derry? 
. I mean, can you believe they're taking it back in time? Like, 1962 and 1989 already? That's some serious nostalgia right there! Reminds me of when I was watching Buffy the Vampire Slayer back in the day... always wanted a supernatural drama like that. Fingers crossed these new seasons will be just as spooky and captivating. Maybe they can even bring back some old characters from the comics?
still, if the muschietti brothers can pull it off, i'm all for it 
.
The showrunner is being super secretive about the timeline shifts (I mean who doesn't love a good mystery?), but I am HERE. FOR. IT. 
He's always pushing the boundaries and taking risks. Bring on Season 2, I'm ready to face my fears all over again 
. A three-season arc sounds like a solid plan – it gives them room to explore some crazy dark history and really make Derry shine. Can't wait to see what they come up with next! 
! The timing is perfect too - after that epic 1st season, we need more of Bill Denbrough and the gang navigating the creepy world of Derry 
. I mean, what's the point of having a cliffhanger ending if you're not gonna deliver on it? 
hope it's as good or even better than season 1