IT: Welcome To Derry Episode 3 Premieres on HBO Max
HBO Max’s chilling new series IT: Welcome To Derry continues to gain momentum as Episode 3, titled Now You See It, premieres on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 9 p.m.
Series Setting and Plot
The show is set in the cursed town of Derry, Maine, in 1962. This prequel to Stephen King’s IT and its two-part film adaptation directed by Andy Muschietti expands on the mythology of Pennywise and the origins of the town’s evil.
The series follows ordinary citizens experiencing strange phenomena such as disappearances, disturbing visions, and a growing sense of dread.
Episode 3 Highlights
Now You See It marks a critical turning point, moving viewers closer to the terrifying events that eventually awaken Pennywise the Dancing Clown.
This episode introduces a more intricate subplot centered around Major Leroy Hanlon, a military officer stationed at the local U.S. base.
“IT: Welcome to Derry is building serious momentum heading into week 3,” and the series continues its weekly Sunday release schedule.
About the Series
- A prequel expanding on Pennywise’s mythology
- Set in 1962 Derry, Maine
- Blends psychological terror with supernatural horror
- Directed by Andy Muschietti
Premiere Details
- Episode 3 release date: November 9, 2025
- Release time: 9 p.m. on HBO Max
The show combines Stephen King’s classic horror style with new storylines to deepen the dark secrets lurking in Derry.
Author's Summary
This episode deepens the eerie mysteries of Derry, advancing the chilling prequel’s storyline with new characters and heightened suspense, solidifying its place in Stephen King’s universe.